Camden Council has welcomed the NSW Government's announcement it will establish a new renal dialysis unit at Camden Hospital, following the Council's urgent call for necessary infrastructure investment as part of its advocacy campaign, The Time Is Now.
Mayor of Camden, Cr Ashleigh Cagney, said the announcement was a significant step forward in improving access to life-saving treatment for the rapidly growing Camden community and a clear sign that the voices of local residents were being heard.
"We're pleased to see the NSW Government investing in Camden Hospital to deliver services that are desperately needed by local residents. Being able to access renal dialysis treatment close to home will make a world of difference to so many families," she said.
"However, while this announcement is a welcome step forward, it's only the beginning. Camden's population is growing rapidly and we must ensure Camden Hospital continues to receive the investment it needs to meet the demands of today and tomorrow."
"Council will continue to advocate for further investment in Camden Hospital, not only in renal services, but across the full range of clinical care our growing community needs," Cr Cagney said.
"This announcement shows what we can achieve when we stand together and make our voices heard."
The Time Is Now is Camden Council's advocacy campaign calling for urgent investment from the State and Federal Governments into hospitals, schools, roads and public transport in the Camden area. To find out more, visit www.camden.nsw.gov.au/advocacy.
