As the only Health Fund based in regional Queensland, we understand that medical services aren’t always available in smaller communities where many of our Members live. This means you may have to travel to Townsville or Brisbane for medical treatment or to go to hospital.
Your treatment may involve an initial appointment to see a specialist and even once your surgery or initial treatment is completed, you may still need follow-up surgery or ongoing visits back to the hospital. Finding accommodation close to the hospital where you're being treated can be an extra hassle that you really don't need through this time.
With this in mind, Queensland Country provides apartments in both Townsville and Brisbane, available exclusively to our Members. These 2-bedroom, self-contained and fully furnished apartments offer comfortable, peaceful accommodation for our Members needing medical treatment.
More details regarding the accomodation units below:
Brisbane - McIlwraith on the Park
Within the McIlwraith on the Park unit complex at 12 McIlwraith Street, Auchenflower, the Health Fund has six two-bedroom, fully self-contained and furnished apartments – just minutes from the Wesley Hospital.
Each apartment sleeps up to six guests, with a queen bed, two singles, and a sofa bed, and is fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
See prices in Accommodation units cost table below.
Townsville - Roy Harris Place
Roy Harris Place, located in Pimlico near the Mater Hospital, is a purpose built set of two-bedroom, self-contained apartments designed specifically for our Members to have a comfortable stay when visiting Townsville for treatment as an outpatient.
Each apartment sleeps up to four guests, with a queen bed and two singles and is fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
See prices in Accommodation units cost table below.
Accommodation unit costs
We know the costs involved with travelling to receive medical treatment, which is why we provide subsidised accommodation for our Members who need to travel. Accommodation costs for both the Townsville and Brisbane apartments are as follows:
| NUMBER OF NIGHTS | TOWNSVILLE UNIT PRICE | BRISBANE UNIT PRICE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 night | $140 per night | $150 per night |
| 2 nights | $130 per night | $140 per night |
| 3 nights | $110 per night | $120 per night |
| 4+ nights | $90 per night | $110 per night |
Check in from 2pm. Check out time at 10am.
Prices effective 1 July 2025. You can make a reservation online for either Townsville or Brisbane accommodation units. Subject to change at our discretion.
Please Note: The accommodation benefit available under our Hospital covers is not claimable if you are staying in the Fund’s accommodation units in Brisbane or Townsville.
Important reservation information
Reservations must be made by credit card payment and are not confirmed until supporting documentation is received and our team has contacted you to finalise the booking. Please ensure your documentation is provided at least 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid delays by emailing info@queenslandcountry.health.
Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme
The Queensland Government offers a Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme (PTSS) that provides direct assistance to patients, and in some cases their carers, to enable them to access specialist medical services from which they are isolated. A subsidy is provided to approved patients and carers to assist in the cost of travel and accommodation to the nearest specialist medical service that is more than 50km from the patient's nearest public hospital.
To find out more about the Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme simply call your local hospital or visit the Government's website here.