Latest News - 2022

Facility Planner Karen Height leads a tour

Staff review their future workspaces

The project has built several prototype rooms of that are close replicas of what will likely be seen in the new Acute Services Building.

Posted 23 Dec 2022

A simulation of an emergency resuscitation helped shape the design of the new inpatient rooms

Testing future workspaces

Feedback from staff, patients, their families and carers has helped shape the design of the prototype rooms that are close replicas of what to expect in the new building.

Posted 23 Dec 2022

Thanks for a great year

We joined forces with the Closing The Gap Collaborative and closed out 2022 with a staff barbeque

Posted 23 Dec 2022

Fresh look for Tamworth mental health services

Updated concept plans for the new mental health unit at Tamworth Hospital have been released, showcasing expanded facilities designed to support the recovery and wellbeing of adults and young people in need of mental health care.

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Posted 12 Dec 2022

On the lookout for a builder

As we work through the design phases of the redevelopment, we’re now seeking partners to help us with the delivery of the project.

Posted 14 Nov 2022

Working side by side

While work continues on the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct project, there’ll soon be plenty of activity taking place just outside the precinct too.

Posted 19 Oct 2022

Moving on to main works

Main works construction has officially commenced on the $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct.

Posted 14 Oct 2022

Protecting and preserving

Hear how we're minimising any impact we have on the biodiversity in the area

Posted 12 Oct 2022

Connecting with Country - Gunnedah NAIDOC Celebrations

Project Director Lachlan Falconer-Adams was asked to join the Gunnedah Hospital team for their annual NAIDOC Ceremony in July

Posted 06 Oct 2022

Melissa Crain, Hunter New England Local Health District, Facility Planner, Penelope Glennan, community member and John Ward, Fulton Trotter, Architect

Project team making community connections

The Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment project team recently had the pleasure of joining the local celebrations for NAIDOC Week

Posted 06 Oct 2022

Painting a picture of the future precinct  

Growing evidence shows that incorporating arts into health facilities has proven clinical benefits to the health system as a whole.

Posted 07 Sep 2022

Looping in volunteers

Engaging with those who guide patients and visitors is a key step in preparing for the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct.

Posted 24 Aug 2022

Popular pop-up for Manning

More than 70 community members popped in to chat to us about plans for the new Manning Hospital Stage 2 recently - here's what they told us

Posted 23 Aug 2022

Building a foundation of strong relationships

Involving the local Aboriginal community in all aspects of the development was a key request from the community during consultation and engagement.

Posted 15 Jul 2022

Thank you for your feedback

The Muswellbrook Hospital Redevelopment project team recently held a community information session.

Posted 07 Jul 2022

Manning Community Update July 2022

Find out more about our concept planning and how you can get involved

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Posted 06 Jul 2022

Come fly with me

Work has begun on the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct.

The project is scheduled for completion in 2026 but we can take a look now at the new precinct.

Posted 05 Jul 2022

Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment - Community Update - June/July 2022

Update issued to the Glen Innes community during June/July 2022.

Posted 04 Jul 2022

Moree Hospital Redevelopment - Community Update June/July 2022

Update on the Moree Hospital Redevelopment project issued to the Moree and surrounding communities during June/July 2022

Posted 01 Jul 2022

Construction is underway on the JHHIP project

A traditional sod turn ceremony has marked the start of construction of the new seven-storey Acute Services Building, the centrepiece of the $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct.

Posted 28 Jun 2022

Next stage for Manning revealed

The next stage redevelopment of Manning Base Hospital will include new wards, facilities for essential support services and 'central spine' corridor to unit the campus

Posted 28 Jun 2022