The $30 million Wentworth Health Service Redevelopment has reached a significant milestone, with the structure of the building now complete.
The ‘topping out’ of the building is the latest construction milestone and includes the installation of the wall framing and roof framing.
The new Wentworth Health Service is being built adjacent to the existing 80-year-old facility and includes 19 inpatient unit beds, an Urgent Care Centre and Community Health Services.
Other features include: • A palliative care suite, which includes an inpatient room with a private terrace and an adjacent family lounge with views over the river • A dedicated space for families which opens to a central, shared courtyard • A gym with access to an outdoor courtyard • Outdoor spaces and landscaping, including a Yarning Circle and native plants
The new hospital is being built above the existing levee bank of the Darling River, enhancing natural light and providing water views from the Inpatient Unit.
The project is also implementing initiatives that provide environmental benefits, including the recycling of over 90 per cent of construction waste from the redevelopment, which will significantly reduce landfill impact.
With structural works completed, the project team will continue the internal fit-out, services installation and exterior works.
Health services are continuing to operate during construction, with the new hospital on track for completion in mid-2025. The old hospital will then be demolished, and a new Ambulance Bay constructed.
The construction has been a major boost to the local economy with the employment of local contractors and subcontractors. More than 170 construction workers have been inducted on the site, with the development also providing great opportunities to train over ten apprentices to date.
The Broken Hill Hospital Kiosk Auxiliary volunteers have again helped Far West Local Health District purchase equipment for use in the Broken Hill Hospital.
People at risk of harm from alcohol and drug use in Far West NSW, will have greater access to support and treatment, with a $10.7 million funding boost from the NSW Government to enhance services over four years.
