The McGowan Government's $14.7 million state-of-the-art redevelopment of the Collie Health Service continues to progress with significant works now underway.
In another important milestone for the project, brickwork for the operating theatre complex and the roof replacement are now both nearing completion and contracts have been awarded for the kitchen refurbishment and artwork.
The kitchen refurbishment contract has been awarded to Impala. This work will include new ceilings, vinyl flooring, walls and equipment.
Perkins (WA) Pty Ltd was awarded the contract for construction works in March 2022, which is seeing the operating theatre complex completely upgraded.
In addition to the operating theatre, the redevelopment includes a waiting room, reception, consult room, telehealth room and patient recovery bays.
Other critical infrastructure works include upgrades to heating, cooling and ventilation systems, replacement of hot water systems, upgraded electrical systems and upgraded car park lighting.
ArteryMedia have been awarded the community arts project contract.
Reflecting a theme of healing, recovery and care, lightbox artwork will display prominently in the main entry and continue into the structure, providing an illuminating feature to the hospital.
The Collie Health Service redevelopment is on track for completion in mid-2023.
As stated by Premier Mark McGowan:
"The redevelopment of Collie Health Service will deliver state-of-the-art facilities for the community and it is terrific to see this important project take shape.
"My Government is continuing to invest in this fantastic local hospital to ensure Collie people can continue to receive world-class care close to home.
"These upgrades follow the completion of the $7.8 million upgrade to Collie Hospital, which was completed in 2017."
As stated by Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson:
"It is pleasing to see the redevelopment of Collie Health Service take another leap forwards with the award of contracts for the kitchen refurbishments and community artworks.
"This priority project will ensure the people of Collie-Preston have access to quality health facilities closer to home and will equip this important health service for the future.
"The redevelopment, which includes an upgraded operating theatre, will provide contemporary facilities and care for patients."
As stated by Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns:
"Our Government is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in Collie's future, to ensure our community continues to be a wonderful place to live long into the future.
"These upgrades to Collie Health Service will make sure facilities for patients and staff remain at the highest standard, ensuring the best local care for our community."
