West Moreton Health will celebrate the official opening of the Ripley Satellite Hospital with a Community Open Day on Sunday, 13 August. 

The open day will feature guided tours of the hospital, information on local health services, food trucks, a coffee van and face painting.

Meet your favourite sports star

s on the day with Brisbane Broncos and Queensland Maroons Captain Ali Brigginshaw, Broncos Coach Kevin Walters and local tennis champion Archie Graham.

West Moreton Health Chief Executive Hannah Bloch said the open day was a fantastic opportunity for everyone to tour the hospital and learn what services would be available.

“People can learn all about the Minor Injury and Illness Clinic and other services, including Medical Imaging and the Specialist Outpatient Department, before the satellite hospital opens at the end of the month,” Ms Bloch said.

Ripley Satellite Hospital is 12km south of Ipswich Hospital and will provide an alternative to the emergency department for minor injuries and illnesses, ranging from fractures to minor burns. The Minor Injury and Illness Clinic will provide walk-in urgent care from 8am to 10pm, 365 days a year. Consumers requiring emergency care will need to visit Ipswich Hospital or call Triple Zero (000). The clinic is accessible to those aged three months and older. No appointment is required.

"Ripley Satellite Hospital will provide quality care closer to home in a rapidly growing community. The opening of the Ripley facility will reduce pressure on our emergency departments and ensure people can receive care in a convenient setting," Ms Bloch said.

Visitors must have a ticket for the free event, which are available via Eventbrite. Search Ripley Satellite Hospital.

Community Open Day details:

When: Sunday, 13 August

Time: 11am to 2pm

Where: Ripley Satellite Hospital, 150 Botany Drive, South Ripley, Qld, 4306.

Tickets: Available via Eventbrite. Search Ripley Satellite Hospital.

Parking: Free parking is available near the facility.