鈥婥onstruction is underway on the $105 million Moree Hospital Redevelopment, which will provide enhanced healthcare facilities for the local community.
鈥嫼诹铣怨贤� Government spokesperson for the Northern Tablelands Peter Primrose joined Moree Hospital staff and community members to turn the first sod to mark the start of main works construction.
The $105 million redevelopment will offer contemporary health facilities to support the best models of care to meet the health needs of the growing community now and well into the future.
It will deliver a new purpose-built acute services building on the existing hospital campus to house the emergency department, operating theatres, medical imaging, birthing and inpatient unit, pathology, and a new main entry.
Staff, community and stakeholders have helped shaped the planning and design of $105 million redeveloped hospital.
Hutchinson Builders has been engaged to deliver the project, which will be supported by up to 90 sub-contractors at the peak of construction.
Local trades, businesses and suppliers were recently invited to meet the builder at events held in Moree to learn more about opportunities to be involved construction for the project. Local trades and subcontractors are encouraged to register their interest by emailing Alec Noble at: Alec.Noble@hutchinsonbuilders.com.au
During the construction phase, vehicle access for the hospital is provided via a two-way driveway from Victoria Terrace. Access for community health and mental health is via Alice Street. Signage is in place to assist with the modified traffic and pedestrian movements.
Construction on the Moree Hospital Redevelopment is scheduled for completion in 2027. All hospital services will continue to operate during construction. 鈥�
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鈥婹uotes attributable to Minister for Regional Health, Ryan Park:
鈥淚鈥檓 pleased to see construction underway for the new acute services building at Moree, which will deliver enhanced facilities for staff, patients and visitors.
鈥淭he redevelopment will provide a significant boost to the local economy during construction supporting many direct jobs, as well as the potential for supporting indirect jobs.
鈥淭he feedback from staff, community and stakeholders throughout the planning and design has ensured the new hospital building creates a welcoming and supportive environment that reflects the heritage and culture of the region.鈥�
鈥婹uotes attributable to 黑料吃瓜网 Government Spokesperson for the Northern Tablelands, Peter Primrose MLC:
鈥淚t was a privilege to turn the first sod with Moree health staff and community members on this important health project for the region.
鈥嬧�淭he upgraded health facilities and modern clinical services will provide patients, families, carers, and staff with a modern hospital environment, designed to improve health outcomes for the communities throughout the region.鈥�
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