The Gunnedah Hospital redevelopment project in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, has achieved a milestone with the completion of the new acute services building’s structure and the installation of its roof.
The NSW government is investing A$53m ($33.5m) in the redevelopment, which is set to enhance healthcare services in the Hunter New England community.
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NSW health minister Ryan Park said: “It’s wonderful to see the progress for the Gunnedah Hospital redevelopment project as the new building takes shape.
“This project will provide new and enhanced healthcare services to support Gunnedah and the surrounding communities now and into the future.”
The new acute services building will accommodate an expanded emergency department, along with maternity, modern birthing and inpatient units.
Over the next few months, the focus will shift to the internal fit-out and exterior works. Additionally, new services are being installed and connected across the hospital campus.
The completion of the new acute services building construction is anticipated by the end of this year.
The new hospital’s design incorporates elements of the Gunnedah landscape and features spaces developed in consultation with staff and the local community. These spaces are intended to support “contemporary” models of care.
Gunnedah Hospital will maintain its status as a District Hospital and will continue to be linked with Tamworth Hospital for specialist services.
The redevelopment is a collaborative effort between Health Infrastructure and Hunter New England Health District, with Richard Crookes Constructions serving as the principal contractor.
Tamworth government spokesperson Anthony D’Adam said: “This redevelopment is benefiting the local economy already. To date, during this construction phase, 11 local contractors have been involved in or supporting the construction of the project, as well as eight local suppliers from Gunnedah and Tamworth.”
Last month, the NSW government unveiled an A$1m investment for the enhancement of hospitals and health facilities in Armidale and Moree.
