The South Australian Labor Government’s undisputed commitment to public health has entered a new chapter, with the ceremonial opening of the new Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH) on 5 October.

More than 200 guests, including Doctors, Nurses and Indigenous Leaders joined Premier Jay Weatherill and (former) Health Minister Jack Snelling as they officially unveiled a plaque to mark the start of a new era of modern, world-class health care for all South Australians.

A global leader - the new facility is being touted as the most advanced hospital in the modern world - and boasts all single patient rooms, each with its own personal ensuite and day bed to allow for a loved one to stay overnight.

The ceremonial opening was attended by South Australian dignitaries and staff who have worked on the project throughout the years, including clinical staff and representatives of the project consortium Celsus.

The 800-bed new Royal Adelaide Hospital will provide a comprehensive range of the most complex clinical care to thousands of South Australians each year.

"Today, we are doing more than opening the world’s finest and most advanced hospital. We’re inaugurating an institution that will serve generations of families and underpin the wellbeing and progress of our State", Premier Jay Weatherill saiud at the opening.

"We’re taking the next step in the establishment of a wider Biomedical Precinct that will create jobs, and be a source of knowledge, innovation and discovery.

"This week represents an exciting time for our health professionals, who are embarking on the move to the new hospital. This new, state-of-the-art hospital is the best in the world, providing the highest quality health care to South Australians for many years to come", Premier Weatherill concluded.