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flag Calvary Mater Newcastle hospital closed key wards due to maggots, mold, and ignored safety warnings, halting surgeries and prompting a lawsuit.

flag Calvary Mater Newcastle hospital has closed key wards after maggots fell from ceilings and dangerous mould was found in air ducts, with repeated warnings about water contamination, leaks, and cancelled treatments ignored. flag Calvary Health Care, operating under a public-private partnership, blamed both Novacare and NSW Health for systemic inaction despite raising concerns. flag All elective surgeries were halted, and patients were relocated. flag NSW Health Minister Ryan Park apologized for delays, called the situation "not good enough," and pledged urgent action, though no formal inquiry has been confirmed. flag A class action lawsuit continues over maintenance failures dating to at least October 2024.

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