Early works for Stage 2 of the Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment is set to begin next year, with a project team recommencing work to deliver the redevelopment.
The NSW Government is investing $180 million in the Lower Mid North Coast Health Service project, bringing together the Manning Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2 and Forster-Tuncurry health facility projects to boost health services for communities across the region.
Detailed design is completed for Stage 2 of the Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment and the scope includes refurbished and improved inpatient accommodation, improved connectivity across the campus and extended telehealth services.
The Hunter New England Local Health District is undertaking further clinical services planning for the Lower Mid North Coast Health Service project, and recently commenced consultation with staff and stakeholders to support this planning.
Pending the appointment of a contractor, early works for the redevelopment is expected to start in 2025. This will involve the demolition of the current Administration Building to make way for the construction of the new inpatient accommodation building.
Some hospital administration staff will be relocated to allow commencement of the demolition works.
The project is being delivered by Health Infrastructure in partnership with Hunter New England Local Health District. For more information about the project, email HI-manningforster@health.nsw.gov.au or visit hneinfra.health.nsw.gov.au/projects/manningforster.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park
“The recommencement of the project team for the Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment is an important step, and we are excited to see the Lower Mid North Coast Health Service project moving forward.
“As Regional Health Minister, I’m deeply focused on improving access to care in our regional, rural and remote communities and I’m so thrilled we’re recommencing work on this important project.
“As the project progresses, there will be continuing opportunities for staff, clinicians and the broader community to have input in helping shape the redevelopment.”
Quotes attributable to Labor Spokesperson for Myall Lakes Emily Suvaal:
“The investment in the Lower Mid North Coast Health Service Project will enable delivery of modern hospital and health facilities that will help meet the future health needs of communities in Taree and the wider Manning Valley region, including Forster-Tuncurry.
“The Minns Labor Government remains committed to delivering on the health infrastructure and technology our NSW communities so desperately need and deserve.”