Artist rendition of what the Finley Health Service will look like following upgrades.
Plans for the the redevelopment of the Finley Health Service appear to be on track to start this year, with the NSW Labor Government recommitting promised funding in last week’s budget.
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The $25 million allocation was the only specific funding announcement for the Southern Riverina region.
Concept designs for the proposal were released last month.
No official updates on the project have been provided since, but the NSW Government has said construction would begin later this year subject to planning approvals and the successful appointment of a building contractor.
The construction program will be staged to ensure minimal disruption to patients and carers, with no changes expected to the delivery of clinical services.
The government funding will be invested in new and refurbished clinical spaces at the facility to support the health needs of local communities in Finley, Berrigan, Tocumwal and Jerilderie.
As part of the $45.3 million Key Worker Accommodation program, local and visiting health workers will also benefit from six new accommodation units which will be built on the Finley Health Service site.
The project will include upgrades to the emergency department, an expanded inpatient unit, a larger reception, improved staff facilities and new main entry are among the enhancements to be delivered.
The existing range of health services will continue to be provided, including acute and sub-acute care, palliative care and a range of community care and allied health services, supported by telehealth and access to specialty services on referral.
The hospital design has been informed by extensive feedback and consultation with health professionals, staff, patients, Aboriginal community representatives and the Local Health Advisory Committee.
The project scope is continuing to be developed and will be finalised through the design process.
More information on the project, which has been ongoing since 2022, is available by going to https://bit.ly/FinleyHospitalRedev.
Artist rendition of what the Finley Health Service will look like following upgrades extended to start this year.
