The community is being invited to have their say on the latest designs for the Temora Health Service redevelopment showcasing the new health facilities that will be delivered to improve patient, staff, and visitor experiences.
The artist impressions provide a look at the design for the new health service building and arrival area, as well as an aerial view of the new building in the surrounding landscape.
The new Temora Health Service will continue to provide emergency department services, as well as modern inpatient accommodation with beds available for medical, surgical, rehabilitation, palliative care, and maternity patients.
Other facilities and services to be delivered include perioperative facilities for surgery and procedures, medical imaging, community and allied health, ambulatory clinics, and clinical and non-clinical support services.
Improved car parking for patients, staff, and visitors, as well as separate emergency and service vehicle entry are also included as part of the design.
The hospital design has been planned and informed by extensive feedback and comprehensive consultation with health professionals, staff, consumers, Aboriginal community representatives, and the Local Health Advisory Committee.
Consultation for the design is continuing in 2024 with the next design stage focusing on interior furnishings, fixtures, equipment, art, and landscaping. Engagement will continue to ensure the hospital design is a safe and welcoming environment for all who visit.
Construction timeframes will be confirmed following planning approvals and the appointment of a building contractor, with work to be carefully staged to ensure minimal disruption to patients and carers.
The community is encouraged to learn more about the redevelopment and ask questions at a drop-in information session to be held on Thursday 4 July from 10.30am – 12.30, outside The Fed and Bed Temora, 171 Hospkins St, Temora.
For more information visit the project website or contact the project team via email MLHD-Temora-Redevelopment@health.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 9978 5412.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Health Ryan Park:
“The NSW Government will invest a further $15 million in the Temora Health Service build as part of the 2024-25 State Budget, bringing the total investment in the redevelopment to $95 million.
“Feedback from the local community throughout the planning and design process for the new Temora Hospital has been extremely valuable in shaping the redevelopment to ensure it meets the region’s unique health needs.
“The hospital’s design has a strong Connection to Country, with light-filled spaces, alongside direct access to outdoor areas and improved landscaping which will create a welcoming environment for patients, visitors and staff.”
Quotes attributable to Spokesperson for Cootamundra Stephen Lawrence:
“Every step in the process puts us closer to a redeveloped Temora Health Service, which is exciting for the local communities of the Temora Shire in the Riverina, including Temora and Ariah Park.
“The final scope for the project will be finalised through the design process, with key clinical services to be prioritised.”