Assurance review of Toowoomba Hospital Maternity Unit
On 9 February 2026, Queensland Health commissioned an independent assurance review of Darling Downs Health's Toowoomba Hospital Maternity Unit.
The review assessed Darling Downs Health’s response to recommendations made following reviews and investigations into Toowoomba Hospital’s Maternity Unit since 2018, and evaluated the adequacy and effectiveness of its maternity complaints processes.
The review was undertaken by an independent panel comprising an experienced maternity clinician, a maternity consumer representative, and a workplace and occupational health and safety lawyer.
The review included input from individuals and organisations, including clinicians and professionals, consumers and their families.
Queensland Health will work with Darling Downs Health to ensure actions are implemented fulsomely and improvements are sustained.
View the terms of reference (PDF 97 kB).
View statement from the Director-General Queensland Health (PDF 150 kB).