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Participants of Jump Start 2023

Join the construction industry

Registrations open for female high school students 

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Posted 12 Mar 2024
Some of the 68 women who are part of the project

Meet the women building our hospital

Women employed on the project are contributing valuable skills and building their careers, making up 16 per cent of the workers on site each day.

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Posted 12 Mar 2024
JHHIP welcomes ACT Health Minister

JHHIP welcomes ACT Health Minister

The John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct (JHHIP) team recently welcomed Rachel Stephen-Smith, ACT Minister for Health and staff from Major Projects Canberra, ACT Health Directorate and Canberra Health Services.

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Posted 07 Mar 2024
Construction tender release

Construction tender release

We have recently released the construction tender for the Muswellbrook Hospital Stage 3 Redevelopment.  

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Posted 04 Mar 2024
Tamworth Mental Health Unit a step closer

Tamworth Mental Health Unit a step closer

Residents in Tamworth and surrounding communities are a step closer to enhanced mental health services, with a builder now appointed to construct the new Tamworth Mental Health Unit. 

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Posted 29 Feb 2024
Planning for the year ahead

Planning for the year ahead

The project team has been working on the planning and design for the Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment and now it’s time to look ahead.  

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Posted 20 Dec 2023
What’s in store in 2024

What’s in store in 2024

The Muswellbrook Hospital Stage 3 Redevelopment is outlining its plans for 2024.

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Posted 20 Dec 2023
Artist Ellie Hannon (pictured waving above) joined the project team at the recent Olive Tree Christmas Markets in Newcastle

Connecting with our community is an art

Local artist Ellie Hannon, who is creating artwork that will be displayed as graphics in the new hospital building, joined the project team at the Olive Tree Christmas Markets.

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Posted 18 Dec 2023
Engaging with our communities

Engaging with our communities

Over the past few months, the Cessnock project team has continued with planning and design to ensure the project responds to clinical requirements whilst aligning with the available funding.

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Posted 14 Dec 2023
New project – fresh out of the oven

New project – fresh out of the oven

The John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct (JHHIP) team joined together recently to marvel at a unique piece of infrastructure – a life-size Gingerbread House.

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Posted 13 Dec 2023
One of the consultation sessions with staff and patients

Making sure your art's in the right place

Developing art for the redevelopment hinges on collaboration with patients, staff and the community 

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Posted 28 Nov 2023
Incorporating valuable feedback

Incorporating valuable feedback

Muswellbrook Hospital staff recently provided valuable feedback on the project's design. 

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Posted 10 Nov 2023
First-hand view of demolition work

First-hand view of demolition work

The Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment project team were onsite early November to take a first-hand look at the demolition of Crommelin House, more commonly known as the old nurses’ quarters.

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Posted 06 Nov 2023
BBQ launch for Gunnedah builders

BBQ launch for Gunnedah builders

Gunnedah Hospital staff had the opportunity to catch up with the project team and meet the builders at an on-site barbecue to mark the start of building work.

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Posted 02 Nov 2023
One year anniversary of main works beginning

One year anniversary of main works beginning

Progress over the past 12 months includes new site offices, expansion of Carpark 5 and the foundation work for the new building that will connect to the existing hospital

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Posted 27 Oct 2023
Some of the women from the integrated project team

Giving women a jump start into construction

The John Hunter Multiplex Jump Start Program provides women with mentoring, workshops and information sessions so they know more about working in construction.

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Posted 23 Oct 2023
Can we lift it? Yes we can

Can we lift it? Yes we can

The building site received a very special visit this week from children who attend Possum Place Child Care Centre on the John Hunter Hospital campus. 

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Posted 20 Oct 2023
Key projects working in tandem

Key projects working in tandem

The JHHIP team joined with Transport for NSW to update the infrastrucutre industry on these two key projects.

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Posted 18 Oct 2023
Teddy Bears’ Clinic – a roaring success

Teddy Bears’ Clinic – a roaring success

The teddy bears of Newcastle and the Hunter region are now fighting fit thanks to our recent community event.

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Posted 12 Oct 2023
Builder appointed for Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment

Builder appointed for Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment

Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC) is now engaged as our construction contractor for the Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment. 

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Posted 09 Oct 2023
Hunter communities to benefit from new mental health facility

Hunter communities to benefit from new mental health facility

The NSW Government will deliver a new mental health facility on the new Maitland Hospital campus at Metford to provide enhanced specialised mental health support for adults in the Hunter Region.

Posted 09 Oct 2023
New maternity spaces

New maternity spaces

Birthing rooms with baths and seating that converts to an overnight bed are just some of the features that will be part of the new spaces. 

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Posted 24 Sep 2023
Staff specialist Ruth Thompson

A new Acute Medical unit

The project team has recently completed more than 400 hours of consultation with project user groups (PUGs) to finalise the detailed designs for all areas of the new development.
 

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Posted 23 Aug 2023
Artist's impression of interior space

Detailed designs complete

Feedback from project user groups has been vital in helping finalise the new spaces

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Posted 23 Aug 2023
Ready, Teddy, Go

Ready, Teddy, Go

The JHHIP project team and volunteer teddy medical staff will be running a community pop-up session themed as a Teddy Bears’ Clinic at Charlestown Square on Friday 15 and Saturday 16 September from 10am-1pm.

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Posted 22 Aug 2023
Moree drop-in session on the latest design

Moree drop-in session on the latest design

The Moree community is invited to see the latest design at an upcoming drop-in session on 29 August 2023. Anyone is welcome to come along, see the latest design and artist impressions and chat to the team. 

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Posted 21 Aug 2023
Latest designs unveiled

Latest designs unveiled

A welcoming light-filled atrium and calming colours inspired by the three rivers surrounding Tamworth are among the highlights of the new Tamworth Mental Health Unit, with the latest designs unveiled...


 

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Posted 09 Aug 2023
Gunnedah drop-in sessions

Gunnedah drop-in sessions

The project team will be in Gunnedah for community drop-in sessions during August 2023. Anyone is welcome to come along, see the latest design and artist impressions and chat to the team. 
 

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Posted 08 Aug 2023
Pop-ups in Glen Innes

Pop-ups in Glen Innes

Community drop-in sessions will be held in Glen Innes during August 2023. Anyone is welcome to come along to chat to the project team and see the latest design and artist impressions. 

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Posted 08 Aug 2023
Finalising project designs and plans - Muswellbrook

Finalising project designs and plans - Muswellbrook

The planning and design is nearing completion on the Muswellbrook Stage 3 Hospital Redevelopment and the project is soon to move into the construction phase. 

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Posted 19 Jul 2023
Focus on road infrastructure

Focus on road infrastructure

An important part of the redevelopment is the upgrades and modifications to roads around the precinct.

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Posted 03 Jul 2023
Precinct built on solid ground

Precinct built on solid ground

The first concrete slab has been poured and 600 tonnes of steel have been installed in a major milestone for the project

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Posted 03 Jul 2023
Celebrating NAIDOC Week

Celebrating NAIDOC Week

Local Elders have played an important role in ensuring the design for Tamworth’s new mental health unit incorporates the culture and values of the Kamilaroi and Gomeroi people. The design is based on the key themes of Connection to Sky, Cultural Care and Country as Healing.

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Posted 30 Jun 2023
Introducing Lifty and Lofty

Introducing Lifty and Lofty

Our cranes now have names. Read more about our winners and runners-up.  

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Posted 22 Jun 2023
World Environment Day

World Environment Day

Find out how the project has integrated environmental considerations into our work to deliver tangible, sustainable outcomes.  

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Posted 05 Jun 2023
Vote for the best crane names

Vote for the best crane names

The time has come to place your vote, which will decide the John Hunter's crane names. 

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Posted 30 May 2023
Keep up with construction activity

Keep up with construction activity

Simply scan this QR code to keep up with the latest construction activity at Tamworth Hospital relating to building a new mental health unit.

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Posted 11 May 2023
Co-design focus on the human experience

Co-design focus on the human experience

It’s Human Experience Week (1-7 May), a time for us to focus on the human experience in healthcare, think about patient, family and carer experiences and celebrate staff.

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Posted 03 May 2023
Codesign focus on Human Experience Week

Codesign focus on Human Experience Week

It’s Human Experience Week 2023 (1-7 May), a time for us to focus on the human experience in healthcare, take time to think about patient, family and carer experiences and celebrate staff.
 

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Posted 02 May 2023
Calling all crane-iacs

Calling all crane-iacs

Put your thinking caps on and help us name the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct's cranes. There are plenty of prizes up for grabs. 
 

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Posted 01 May 2023
A Walk on Country with Wonnarua Elders

A Walk on Country with Wonnarua Elders

The Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment project team recently had the pleasure of joining local Wonnarua Elders and community to learn about and experience the cultural and spiritual practices of the Wonnarua people, on Wonnarua lands. 

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Posted 27 Apr 2023
Arts in Health working groups - Glen Innes/Moree/Gunnedah - Expression of Interest

Arts in Health working groups - Glen Innes/Moree/Gunnedah - Expression of Interest

Are you interested in how arts can promote health and wellbeing?

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Posted 20 Apr 2023
Connecting locals to construction careers

Connecting locals to construction careers

A new centre that links locals to jobs in the construction industry has been opened as part of the project. 

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Posted 05 Apr 2023
Project team hosts farewell for Crommelin House

Project team hosts farewell for Crommelin House

Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment project team recently held an afternoon tea to farewell Crommelin House and remember the building’s 70-year history. 

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Posted 04 Apr 2023
Pint-sized Picassos brighten up the JHHIP

Pint-sized Picassos brighten up the JHHIP

The John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct just got a little more colourful. 
 

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Posted 30 Mar 2023
Contractor appointed to finalise Moree design

Contractor appointed to finalise Moree design

The $80 million Moree Hospital Redevelopment project has reached an important milestone with the appointment of the contractor to help finalise the design.  

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Posted 02 Mar 2023
Towering over the development site

Towering over the development site

Work on the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct is on track with the arrival and installation of the first tower crane.   

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Posted 02 Mar 2023
Builder appointed to the Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment team

Builder appointed to the Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment team

Richard Crookes Constructions has been chosen as the contractor to work with the Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment project team to finalise the design in preparation for construction.
 

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Posted 27 Feb 2023
Local launch of Reconciliation Action Plan

Local launch of Reconciliation Action Plan

The project team invited representatives from the Local Health District, APP, Multiplex and the local Aboriginal community to hear about the new plan launched by Health Infrastructure 

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Posted 20 Feb 2023
Colour the cranes

Colour the cranes

The cranes are here and have started work on our Acute Services Building, a key feature of 

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Posted 13 Feb 2023
A window to the future

A window to the future

While patients, visitors and staff watch the development through the hospital windows, our new stickers shed more light on what's going on. 

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Posted 23 Jan 2023
Builder onboard for enabling works

Builder onboard for enabling works

Two significant health projects for the Glen Innes community have moved another step forward with the awarding of the tender for the new ambulance station and the enabling works for the hospital redevelopment project. 

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Posted 06 Jan 2023
Facility Planner Karen Height leads a tour

Staff review their future workspaces

The project has built several prototype rooms of that are close replicas of what will likely be seen in the new Acute Services Building.

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Posted 23 Dec 2022
A simulation of an emergency resuscitation helped shape the design of the new inpatient rooms

Testing future workspaces

Feedback from staff, patients, their families and carers has helped shape the design of the prototype rooms that are close replicas of what to expect in the new building. 
 

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Posted 23 Dec 2022
Thanks for a great year

Thanks for a great year

We joined forces with the Closing The Gap Collaborative and closed out 2022 with a staff barbeque

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Posted 23 Dec 2022
Fresh look for Tamworth mental health services

Fresh look for Tamworth mental health services

Updated concept plans for the new mental health unit at Tamworth Hospital have been released, showcasing expanded facilities designed to support the recovery and wellbeing of adults and young people in need of mental health care.

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Posted 12 Dec 2022
On the lookout for a builder

On the lookout for a builder

As we work through the design phases of the redevelopment, we’re now seeking partners to help us with the delivery of the project.

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Posted 14 Nov 2022
Working side by side

Working side by side

While work continues on the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct project, there’ll soon be plenty of activity taking place just outside the precinct too.  

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Posted 19 Oct 2022
Moving on to main works

Moving on to main works

Main works construction has officially commenced on the $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct. 

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Posted 14 Oct 2022
Our native flora and fauna

Protecting and preserving

Hear how we're minimising any impact we have on the biodiversity in the area

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Posted 12 Oct 2022
Lachlan and family - July 2022

Connecting with Country - Gunnedah NAIDOC Celebrations

Project Director Lachlan Falconer-Adams was asked to join the Gunnedah Hospital team for their annual NAIDOC Ceremony in July

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Posted 06 Oct 2022
Melissa Crain, Hunter New England Local Health District, Facility Planner, Penelope Glennan, community member and John Ward, Fulton Trotter, Architect

Project team making community connections

The Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment project team recently had the pleasure of joining the local celebrations for NAIDOC Week

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Posted 06 Oct 2022
Painting a picture of the future precinct

Painting a picture of the future precinct  

Growing evidence shows that incorporating arts into health facilities has proven clinical benefits to the health system as a whole.  

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Posted 07 Sep 2022
Looping in volunteers

Looping in volunteers

Engaging with those who guide patients and visitors is a key step in preparing for the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct. 

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Posted 24 Aug 2022
Popular pop-up for Manning

Popular pop-up for Manning

More than 70 community members popped in to chat to us about plans for the new Manning Hospital Stage 2 recently - here's what they told us

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Posted 23 Aug 2022
Building a foundation of strong relationships

Building a foundation of strong relationships

Involving the local Aboriginal community in all aspects of the development was a key request from the community during consultation and engagement.  

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Posted 15 Jul 2022
Thank you for your feedback

Thank you for your feedback

The Muswellbrook Hospital Redevelopment project team recently held a community information session. 

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Posted 07 Jul 2022
Manning Community Update July 2022

Manning Community Update July 2022

Find out more about our concept planning and how you can get involved

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Posted 06 Jul 2022
Come fly with me

Come fly with me

Work has begun on the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct.

The project is scheduled for completion in 2026 but we can take a look now at the new precinct. 

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Posted 05 Jul 2022
Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment - Community Update - June/July 2022

Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment - Community Update - June/July 2022

Update issued to the Glen Innes community during June/July 2022. 

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Posted 04 Jul 2022
Moree Hospital Redevelopment - Community Update June/July 2022

Moree Hospital Redevelopment - Community Update June/July 2022

Update on the Moree Hospital Redevelopment project issued to the Moree and surrounding communities during June/July 2022

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Posted 01 Jul 2022
Construction is underway on the JHHIP project

Construction is underway on the JHHIP project

A traditional sod turn ceremony has marked the start of construction of the new seven-storey Acute Services Building, the centrepiece of the $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct. 

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Posted 28 Jun 2022
Next stage for Manning revealed

Next stage for Manning revealed

The next stage redevelopment of Manning Base Hospital will include new wards, facilities for essential support services and 'central spine' corridor to unit the campus

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Posted 28 Jun 2022
Master plan for Glen Innes Hospital released

Master plan for Glen Innes Hospital released

Media release issued by Adam Marshall, Member for Northern Tablelands

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Posted 14 Jun 2022
Project team members with representatives from Birabahn Local Aboriginal Council

Connecting with Country from the ground up

Local Aboriginal Land Council representatives visited the site recently to help identify trees and plants used in Aboriginal Culture. 

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Posted 01 Jun 2022
Complete our survey and help shape your hospital

Complete our survey and help shape your hospital

The next stage of Manning Hospital’s redevelopment is about to start, and we want to hear from staff and the community to help shape the project

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Posted 19 Apr 2022
$45 million for Stage 3

$45 million for Stage 3

Building on Stages 1 and 2, this third stage will consolidate all acute services into one building 

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Posted 10 Apr 2022
Enabling works to begin

Enabling works to begin

Multiplex Constructions will start work on Monday 11 April

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Posted 07 Apr 2022
The team visits Bahtabah Local Aboriginal Land Council

First Nations feeback vital

Consulting with our local Aboriginal community is vital to the project

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Posted 07 Apr 2022
Moree Hospital master plan released

Moree Hospital master plan released

Media release issued by Adam Marshall, Member for Northern Tablelands

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Posted 01 Apr 2022
Manning Community Update March 2022

Manning Community Update March 2022

Find out more about the master plan, what's coming up next and how staff and community are informing the redevelopment

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Posted 28 Mar 2022
Gunnedah Hospital master plan released

Gunnedah Hospital master plan released

Media release issued by Kevin Anderson, Member for Tamworth. 

The Gunnedah community is invited to have its say on the new $53 million redevelopment of Gunnedah Hospital after the unveiling of the project's master plan.

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Posted 24 Mar 2022
Additional funding for Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment

Additional funding for Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment

Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall has today joined hospital staff and community leaders to announce an additional $30 million funding boost for the Glen Innes Hospital redevelopment – rocketing its budget to a total of $50 million.

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Posted 11 Feb 2022
Masterful news for Manning

Masterful news for Manning

Myall Lakes residents have been given their first look at the $100 million Stage 2
redevelopment of Manning Base Hospital with the master plan unveiled

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Posted 19 Jan 2022
John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct Granted SSDA approval

John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct Granted SSDA approval

The $835 million expansion of the John Hunter and John Hunter Children’s Hospitals reached a major milestone in December with the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment granting approval of the SSDA for the project.

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Posted 22 Dec 2021
Marty Roberts, Kayla Potter and Aboriginal Engagement Manager Sheryn Barrack

Aboriginal Engagement Manager appointed

A new role has been created that is committed to genuine engagement with our Aboriginal community 

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Posted 13 Dec 2021
Glen Innes project team appointed

Glen Innes project team appointed

Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall has announced the appointment of lead consultants to progress the $20 million Glen Innes District Hospital redevelopment.

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Posted 28 Oct 2021
Moree project team announced

Moree project team announced

Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall has announced the team which will undertake the detailed design of the $80 million new Moree hospital.

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Posted 21 Oct 2021
Designs revealed for Nexus Mental Health Unit

Designs revealed for Nexus Mental Health Unit

Young people co-design Nexus Mental Health Unit 

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Posted 15 Oct 2021
Gunnedah project team appointed and community update

Gunnedah project team appointed and community update

The Gunnedah community will have the opportunity to share its views on the planned $53 million redevelop ment of the local hospital.

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Posted 07 Oct 2021
Project team announced for Manning Base

Project team announced for Manning Base

Media release issued by Stephen Bromhead MP. Member for Myall Lakes.
Stage Two of the $100 million Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment has taken a major step forward with the appointment of a project team to masterplan the continued redevelopment.

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Posted 03 Jun 2021
Schematic design unveiled

Schematic design unveiled

Health Minister Brad Hazzard today visited the hospital to unveil the schematic designs of $835million expansion of the John Hunter and John Hunter Children’s Hospitals. 

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Posted 25 May 2021
Design Unveiled for new $835M Hospital Build

Design Unveiled for new $835M Hospital Build

The future vision of the world-class expansion of John Hunter and John Hunter Children’s Hospital has been unveiled.
 

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Posted 02 Oct 2020
Interim Emergency Department works complete

Interim Emergency Department works complete

A milestone has been achieved for the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct project, with works completed on the interim Emergency Department 

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Posted 25 Aug 2020
Interim Emergency department works commence ahead of schedule

Interim Emergency department works commence ahead of schedule

A milestone has been achieved for the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, with works commencing on the Emergency Department interim expansion in mid 2020, five months ahead of schedule.

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Posted 22 Apr 2020
John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct master Plan presented to staff

John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct master Plan presented to staff

Hunter New England Local Health District Chief Executive, Michael DiRienzo, and Executive Director Infrastructure and Planning, Ramsey Awad, presented the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct Master Plan to staff at the John Hunter and John Hunter Children’s Hospitals in August 2019.

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Posted 19 Aug 2019