The $110.2 million Cowra Hospital Redevelopment is taking shape, with construction works nearing completion and the new hospital building exterior revealed.
The building's exterior is now complete and features a brushed copper design to provide the hospital with a warm and inviting look. The upgrades will complement Cowra's local surroundings, reflecting the colour of historical brickwork featured in buildings throughout the town, creating a unique identity for the hospital.
Works are now focused on the internal building fit out and landscaping of the internal courtyard spaces.
The project is providing a boost to the local economy during construction, supporting regional employment, and creating opportunities for local trades and suppliers in the region. More than 25 local trades have been engaged in the surrounding region.
Health services at Cowra Hospital are continuing to operate while works are carried out, with construction for the new hospital on track for completion at the end of this year.
The Cowra Hospital Redevelopment will enhance healthcare services for Cowra and the surrounding regions to better meet the current and future health needs of the local community.
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.
For more information on the project, visit www.nsw.gov.au/cowra-hospital-redevelopment
Quotes attributed to Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park:
"The completion of the upgraded exterior at Cowra Hospital is an exciting milestone, which highlights the new building's striking design and brings us one step closer to delivering a modern health facility for the community.
"When complete, the local community will benefit from new and enhanced health facilities including a new emergency department, inpatient ward, maternity, oncology, and the hospital's first CT scanner, ensuring the hospital will meet the health needs of the region for years to come."
Quotes attributable to Labor spokesperson for Cootamundra Stephen Lawrence:
"It is exciting to see the new hospital come to life as we move closer to construction completion.
"The new Cowra Hospital is not only delivering a modern, welcoming facility, it's also providing a boost to the local economy during construction, supporting local jobs, engaging regional trades, and creating opportunities for suppliers right here in our community."
