New Hospital Structure Completed

IMAGE: The structure of the new Cowra Hospital is now complete, with exterior and interior fittings left to go.

The $110.2 million Cowra Hospital Redevelopment has reached a major milestone, with the structure of the building now complete.

The ‘topping out’ of the new hospital is the latest construction milestone for the redevelopment, which will significantly enhance access to healthcare for the Cowra community.

When complete, the new hospital building will provide a modern and purpose-built health facility for the region and will include:

An emergency department· A general medical and surgery inpatient ward
A peri-operative service
A maternity unit with a dedicated nursery
Ambulatory care
A dental clinic· Renal dialysis
Oncology
Community Health and Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol services
The hospital’s first CT Scanner

The latest milestone coincides with the release of a new artist’s impression showcasing the façade of the new hospital building, which has been designed to reflect the Cowra landscape.

Feedback from staff and the community has informed the new hospital’s two-level design, which will provide enhanced views of the district, as well as improved access and onsite parking and new landscaped areas.

Construction of the new hospital is providing a boost to the local economy with the engagement of 25 local businesses and well as the direct employment of a number of local contractors.

With structural works now complete, work will progress on the internal fit-out, services installation and exterior works.

“Our rural and regional communities, including the community of Cowra, deserve high quality contemporary and accessible health care, closer to home and this new hospital, due for completion next year will support staff, patients and the community now and into the future,” said Health Minister Ryan Park.

Health services are continuing to operate during construction, with the new hospital on track for completion in 2025.

The project is being delivered by Health Infrastructure and Western NSW Local Health District in partnership with Richard Crookes Constructions.

For more information on the project, visit: https://www.cowrahospitalredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au/