Category: NSW News

Ten rescue and special operations paramedics will start on the road in regional NSW from tomorrow, following a two-month intensive training program.

The first NSW Ambulance rescue course for 2025 consisted of qualified paramedics already in the service, seeking to extend their qualifications to access and provide care to patients in hazardous environments.

Paramedics learn a range of skills including road crash rescue, vertical rescue, land search and rescue, tactical medicine, swift water operations, confined space rescue, breathing apparatus operations and large animal rescue, at training locations throughout Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Central Coast, and the Hunter.

The graduates include Intensive Care Paramedic Aaron Nielsen who will move to Singleton to work as a Rescue Paramedic. 

This latest class will be posted across the state at Ambulance Rescue stations located at Rutherford, Singleton, Tamworth, Cowra, Bomaderry and Wagga Wagga as certified Rescue and Special Operations paramedics.    

Minister for Regional Health, Ryan Park:  

“Emergency services play a crucial role in keeping our communities safe, and these paramedics are now even better equipped to respond to a wide range of emergencies.

“Their training ensures they can deliver expert care in some of the most demanding and unpredictable circumstances.” 

NSW Ambulance Chief Executive, Dr Dominic Morgan:  

“This program is designed to equip paramedics with all the skills necessary to perform their life-saving skills in any environment.

“Completing such a demanding course reflects their commitment to providing the highest standard of care to the communities they serve.” 

Paramedic Aaron Nielsen: 

“It has all been very rewarding, learning new skills and putting them into practice each day. There has been a physically challenging component to each day as well, which has really tested us.

“I look forward to utilising my skillsets as an intensive care and rescue paramedic in a regional community.” 

Healthcare workers in Broken Hill will benefit from new health worker accommodation, with 20 new units at the Broken Hill Health Service now ready to move into.

Broken Hill is the final rural and regional site to be completed under the $45.3 million Key Worker Accommodation Program, marking a significant milestone in the NSW Government’s investment in housing for healthcare workers.

The two-storey accommodation complex houses 10 units on each floor. Each new unit is fully furnished and self-contained featuring a light-filled living and dining area, modern kitchen, bedroom with ensuite, an internal laundry, and a screened veranda.

The new units will assist with the recruitment and retention of health workers to the region, which will be critical, as the Broken Hill Health Service expands with the current upgrade of the Emergency Department and construction of a new Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit on the hospital campus.

Finishing touches are now being made in readiness for the first residents to move in shortly. The connection of utility services, furnishing, fencing, and landscaping has now been completed to ensure the new units will be fit-for-purpose, comfortable and welcoming for healthcare workers.

The modern accommodation units were manufactured off site and transported to Broken Hill and installed on Morgan Street. FWLHD is one of three regional Local Health Districts to benefit from the NSW Government’s $45.3 million investment to deliver accommodation for health workers under the Key Worker Accommodation (KWA) Program.

Due to the success of the Program, the Minns Labor Government has invested an additional $200.1 million into Key Health Worker Accommodation across NSW. As part of this $200.1 million Minns Labor Government program an additional $5.13 million has been invested in accommodation in FWLHD and will deliver more housing for health workers in Broken Hill, Tibooburra, Wentworth, Buronga and Dareton.

Locations for this $200.1 million investment were selected based on greatest need across NSW.

This program will also benefit CCLHD, HNELHD, ISLHD, MNCLHD, MLHD, NNSWLHD, SNSWLHD, WNSWLHD, Albury Wodonga and select NSW Ambulance sites.

Regional Health Minister Ryan Park:   

“We face a no more critical issue than staffing our healthcare facilities across the state, and that challenge is exacerbated in regional, rural and remote communities.

“I’m proud this government has played a part in delivering accommodation for healthcare workers in Broken Hill, and I look forward to keeping the community updated on the additional $5.13 million the Minns Labor Government has invested in health worker housing for Far West Local Health District.

“Working in regional, rural and remote communities is an incredibly rewarding experience, and the provision of accommodation, which is clean, new and close to work is an attractive prospect for people who are thinking about taking up a job in the bush.”

Member for Barwon, Roy Butler:

“Broken Hill’s new key worker accommodation units are fantastic. They are well designed and include everything a health worker establishing themselves in the local community would need.

“With the current upgrade of the Emergency Department and the construction of a new Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit, having new key worker accommodation on-site will help attract new, and retain experienced, health workers. This will ensure the local health workforce can continue to provide high-quality health care to Broken Hill and its surrounding communities.

“As we welcome the first workers into the new Broken Hill units, we encourage other clinicians to make the move to the far west to live and work. Broken Hill is a unique city, with a welcoming local community and having more health workers will certainly help to make the city an even better place.”

The Minns Labor Government officially opened a new Safe Haven at Wyong, providing additional free support for people who are experiencing mental health distress in the Central Coast.

The Wyong Safe Haven will offer immediate support for people seeking support for suicidal thoughts or distress, offering a safe and welcoming alternative to emergency departments.

The new service is the second Safe Haven available in the region and will provide support closer to home for people living in the northern part of the Central Coast.

The service will have a strong focus on providing culturally safe care delivered by Aboriginal suicide prevention peer workers, to support the region’s Aboriginal community.

There is no need for an appointment or a medical referral to attend Wyong Safe Haven – everyone is free to drop in. Carers can also access the service for support in helping their loved ones.

Wyong Safe Haven features a peaceful outdoor area and yarning circle, along with a calming space featuring local Aboriginal artwork, creating a sense of connection and belonging for local Aboriginal residents visiting the haven.

People attending will be greeted by a peer worker and can use the space in a way that is most helpful to them at the time. This might be having a cuppa and a yarn or having a quiet moment in the outdoor space. 

Wyong Safe Haven is located on the grounds of Wyong Hospital, near Wyong Mental Health Centre.

The Safe Haven is currently open from 9 am to 3:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with hours to increase in the coming months. The service is expected to be open five days per week by mid-year.

The Mental Health Line is also available 24/7 on 1800 011 511 to connect people to other mental health services. In an emergency, please call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Wyong Safe Haven is part of the NSW Government’s Towards Zero Suicides initiative. 

Minister for Mental Health Rose Jackson said:

“We are committed to increasing suicide prevention supports for regional communities, including those in the Central Coast, as part of our aim to reduce the suicide rate across NSW.

“This will be the 22^nd Safe Haven located on or near hospital grounds across NSW, providing a refuge for anyone struggling with mental health challenges to come and seek help in a quiet, welcoming and non-judgemental space.

“Central Coast residents who are feeling distressed are encouraged to access help at Wyong or Gosford Safe Havens, where they will be able to talk to peer workers who have a lived experience with suicide and recovery.”

Minister for the Central Coast and Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty David Harris said:

“In the last year there have been 1,600 presentations to the Safe Haven at Gosford Hospital. This reinforces how important these services are.

“It is great to see the Safe Haven service now available and more easily accessible for everyone living in the northern parts of the Central Coast.

“With Aboriginal identified peer workers among the staff it will help us close the gap by supporting a cultural social-emotional and wellbeing perspective approach to a suicide crisis.”

The next piece of the Barangaroo puzzle is taking shape, with the bespoke fitout transforming the Cutaway at Barangaroo into a premier cultural destination reaching the halfway mark.

With the metro open, and Central Barangaroo given the green light, the new and improved Cutaway is set to be the beating heart of the Barangaroo precinct, providing an iconic space capable of hosting a diverse range of events

The Cutaway will continue to solidify Sydney’s reputation as a world-class destination, attracting visitors to Barangaroo and ensuring our city’s vibrancy for years to come.

This follows the Minns Labor Government renewed focus on bringing the fun back to Sydney, through relaxing restrictions on nighttime trading and outdoor dining, lifting the concert caps at our major venues and investing in attractions that will boost the state’s visitor economy.

The Cutaway first opened in 2015 as a raw concrete shell and is now undergoing an upgrade to become a more usable space. The new design addresses key needs and improve functionality, including an enclosed space, enhanced acoustic capabilities, flexible event spaces and new amenities.

Delivered by FDC Construction & Fitout and designed by FJC Studio, this ambitious project is reshaping the iconic space into an outstanding venue for events, exhibitions, festivals and installations.

Aligned with Barangaroo’s sustainability principles, the project has achieved several remarkable environmental milestones including diverting over 90% of construction waste from landfill, and reduction of carbon emissions by more than 50% as compared with standard benchmarks.

Construction is expected to be completed in late 2025, with event programming to commence in 2026.

The Cutaway’s transformation will strengthen Barangaroo’s reputation as a cultural hub and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.

For more information, visit: NSW Government | The Cutaway

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said:

“There is no doubt that once completed the Cutaway will be the beating heart of the Barangaroo entertainment precinct.

“The new spaces and improved functionality will make the Cutaway a centrepiece for our community, enhancing Barangaroo’s status as a must-visit destination for cultural and event experiences.

“The new and improved Cutaway will continue to solidify Sydney’s reputation as a world-class destination, attracting visitors from across the globe, and ensuring our city’s vibrancy for years to come.”

Minister for the Arts John Graham said:

“The transformation of the Cutaway represents the next chapter in Sydney’s cultural evolution. This ambitious project not only delivers world-class event spaces but also honours the deep cultural heritage of the site and its enduring connection to Country.

“The completion of this fitout will cement the Cutaway as a dynamic hub for creativity, community, and cultural celebration.”

Project Director FDC Construction & Fitout Emma Thomy said:

“At FDC, we are honoured to be part of the reimagination of the Cutaway into an iconic cultural destination and are excited to continue our longstanding collaboration with the New South Wales Government to create new spaces for Sydney’s thriving arts and culture sector.

“We’re making excellent progress, with half of the fitout now complete, including the internal mezzanine structure, feature cladding underway to the entrance, skylight install nearing completion and fitout works now commencing. The Cutaway is a once in a lifetime project, a masterclass of innovative and sustainable construction set to become a significant cultural landmark for our city.”

Digital Photo Card holders will be given access to an upgraded digital identity document from this month in a major step forward in developing the NSW Government’s Digital ID and Wallet.

Commencing as a pilot project, people will have a more secure way to prove their identity and age, with the upgrade to existing NSW Digital Photo Cards allowing users to share only their required information via a digital ‘handshake’.

The pilot will initially operate in three Service NSW Centres at Auburn, Blacktown and Parramatta from today.

Unlike the existing digital ‘copy’ of a customer’s Photo Card stored inside their Service NSW app, the upgraded card will enable people to digitally share information needed for a transaction via QR code without handing over their phone or identity document.

The upgraded card is the first government verifiable photo credential in Australia to be built to these international standards. The new security standards will make it harder for people to misuse the credentials or steal people’s information by keeping information more secure.

It will allow people to share their ID and qualifications for a range of tasks and transactions safely and conveniently, while ensuring personal information and privacy are better protected.

The pilot project is testing the technology platform that will enable digital credentials such as driver licences, trade qualifications and working with children checks, securely stored inside the new digital wallet on the Service NSW app.

These future upgrades will enable people to selectively disclose their information – for example, only providing confirmation that you are over 18 – preventing unnecessary sharing of personal details and avoiding the need to hand over your physical documents or phone.

In the pilot phase, customers completing eligible transactions will present their upgraded Digital Photo Card at the Service NSW counter, where staff will use a device to verify the credential in real-time. This process will test verification of the card and the digital sharing of information with customer’s consent.

Successful testing of the upgraded credential paves the way for ongoing rollout of the Digital ID and Wallet program which could see a range of licences upgraded to the new credential standard.

Further legislation is required to enable wider use of NSW Digital IDs across government and accredited commercial partners, with consultation planned in late 2025.

The pilot builds on the recent success of online Working with Children Check renewals and the First Aid Certificate trial with St John Ambulance. 

Customers who have an existing NSW Digital Photo Card can voluntarily participate in the pilot, and upgrading their card will only take a matter of minutes.

Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Jihad Dib said:

“This pilot of Australia’s first government-issued digital photo credential is an exciting step towards a digital future for NSW where people have greater control over their digital identity and security.

“It paves the way for more credentials to be rebuilt to the new international security standard, allowing people to only share the information they choose and creating easier access to essential documents, including in an emergency.

“Upgrading this credential means that over time, more than one million NSW residents who have a Photo Card instead of a driver licence can also benefit from these security and privacy enhancements, including people who are vulnerable, elderly, disabled or new migrants.

“The digital photo credential is another way we are building better services for the people of NSW and helping people to better safeguard their identity.”

Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said:

“The NSW Digital Photo Card will follow international ISO standards allowing it to eventually be used across other states, territories and countries while making it harder for someone else to use credentials and pretend to be you.

“The pilot uplifts security of this primary document and enhances the privacy protections to help keep your identity information and credentials more secure.

“Feedback from the pilot will provide the NSW Government with direction in planning for future statewide rollouts.”

Minister for Natural Resources Courtney Houssos and Member for Barwon Roy Butler this week met with opal miners and land holder representatives’ groups from Lightning Ridge and White Cliffs.

The meetings are the next step in the NSW Government’s consideration of the Independent Review into Small-Scale Titles.

The visit to Lightning Ridge included visits to mining and puddling sites, inspections of residentials, as well as unrehabilitated areas and preserved fields.

It was a valuable opportunity for stakeholders to discuss their priorities including the future of opal mining, rehabilitation requirements and compensation amounts.

Reviewer Terry Sheahan AO handed down 81 recommendations as part of his report, including recommendations which:

• balance stakeholder rights and responsibilities
• improve rehabilitation and environmental outcomes
• update cost and compensation structures
• improve understanding and usability of the legislative framework
• modernise the administration of mineral claims.

A working group was established, comprising opal mining industry, landholders, First Nations representatives and other key stakeholders, to consider the recommendations and provide advice to the NSW Government.

In December 2024 they requested additional time to continue their deliberations, which was granted by the Minister.

This week’s meetings are an important step in the formulation of a government response to the Independent Review.

A copy of the Independent Review is available on the NSW Resources website.

Minister for Natural Resources Courtney Houssos:

“Visiting Lightning Ridge and hearing directly from miners and landholders first-hand is an important next step as we consider our response to the Independent Review.

“We are committed to ensuring that any changes to the framework meet the needs of landholders, small-scale miners and the broader community.

“We are committed to hear concerns from the community as we respond to the report.

“I want to thank Roy Butler for joining me in these meetings and for his continued advocacy on issues in Lightning Ridge and White Cliffs.”

Member for Barwon Roy Butler:

“I want to thank Minister Houssos for granting the extension to stakeholders providing their response to the Independent Review and coming out to meet with miners and landholders to deal with a very complex issue.

“The aim of the Review and the meetings this week is to formulate a better framework than what we have now.

“I want this resolved quickly, but not at the expense of doing it properly.”

The Minns Labor Government has announced a $250,000 funding boost for NSW school students that aims to increase the number of Australian Para-athletes in the lead up to Brisbane 2032 and challenge stereotypes about people living with disability.

Paralympics Australia’s Imagine Education Program involves year 3-6 students at schools around the state participating in interactive sessions – delivered by Paralympians – that aim to increase awareness and understanding of disability inclusion.

As part of the Program, teachers can access curriculum resources to educate students about the Paralympic movement, the Paralympic Games, and Para-sports.

The Program will also promote Paralympics Australia’s ‘The Start Line’ online platform – a dedicated home for information, guidance and opportunities for Para-athletes to begin or continue their Para-sport journeys.

For further information on Paralympics Australia’s Imagine Education Program and to register your interest visit the Paralympics Australia website. 

NSW Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said:

“The NSW Government is committed to every citizen, regardless of ability or age, having equal access to participate in sport in NSW.

“Our investment in Paralympics Australia’s Imagine Education Program reflects our determination to break down stereotypes about disability and support students with disability to participate.

“By promoting inclusion and starting conversations about diversity in primary schools, we can empower both students with disability and their peers to make their school communities more inclusive.

“We all witnessed the incredible achievements of NSW para-athletes like Timothy Hodge at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and I look forward to seeing the graduates of this program competing at Brisbane 2032.”

Minister for Disability Inclusion Kate Washington said:

“Paralympics Australia’s Imagine Education Program has the power to spark an appreciation of inclusion from an early age.

“When students hear directly from our Paralympians, they don’t just learn about sport — they learn about strength, resilience and that everyone can be amazing.

“By backing this program, we’re helping to change perceptions, ignite the dreams for future Paralympians, and build a more inclusive NSW.”

Paralympics Australia CEO Cameron Murray said:

“We are grateful to Minister Kamper and the NSW Government for their generous support of the Paralympics Australia Imagine Education Program.

“This funding will be instrumental in helping our incredible Paralympians get to schools around NSW, where they will share their stories, challenge students’ attitudes towards disability and help create behavioural change.

“This is a program about empowerment through inclusion and diversity. Students will take the lessons they gain back to their families, into their social groups and, eventually, into their adult lives. It will create genuine improvement across society.

“We are excited about the growth of our Imagine Education Program and thrilled that the NSW Government shares our vision, as we look to continue expanding the program across Australia.”

Emergency response in Goulburn and surrounds has been bolstered with a new, purpose-built NSW State Emergency Service (SES) facility and Emergency Operations Centre, enabling emergency services to better protect lives and communities in the region. 

The new facilities are fit-for-purpose and follow an investment of more than $4 million from the Federal Labor Government, Minns Labor Government and Goulburn Mulwaree Council.

The new SES unit headquarters accommodates rescue vehicles and specialist equipment and has training space for volunteers.

Additional parking, increased storage, a communications room, change room facilities, rescue equipment and a sand bunker for sandbagging operations are also part of the new facility. 

These modern amenities replace the Goulburn NSW SES unit’s former home inside a tin shed.

Also included on the site is a shared, state-of-the-art Emergency Operations Centre. This allows all emergency services to coordinate, communicate and respond to disasters under the one roof.

The Emergency Operations Centre was previously inside the local council chambers and was not fit-for-purpose. 

The NSW SES Goulburn unit building is jointly funded by the NSW Government, Commonwealth Government and Goulburn Mulwaree Council.

The NSW Government contributed $2,150,000 to the build, while the Commonwealth Government committed $1,495,000 to the project, and Goulburn Mulwaree Council allocated $725,500.

The facility is one of 18 SES units to be upgraded across the state, funded by a $58.7 million package from the NSW Government. 

Premier of New South Wales, Chris Minns, said:

“The NSW SES plays a vital role in times of crisis. They need the right facilities to do the job.

“This investment boosts the Goulburn unit of the NSW SES to respond to flooding and other emergencies.

“We are backing the NSW SES so our volunteers can better serve people across Goulburn and surrounds.”

Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib, said:

“This new facility has been purpose built and designed with operational experience gained during past natural disasters to support our emergency service response.

“By delivering this new facility for our local SES volunteers they can continue to provide the highest level of service to the local community during times of need, as well as provide planning and coordination of emergency events during floods and storms.”

Member for Eden-Monaro, Kristy McBain, said:

“Having operational staff and volunteers co-located during an emergency was essential in other parts of the electorate during the Black Summer bushfires.

“I know first-hand how much this new facility will streamline processes when the community needs it most – and I’m proud to have helped deliver it.”

NSW SES Commissioner, Mike Wassing AFSM, said:

“This new unit headquarters will ensure our SES members have the facilities they require and will enable them to better support local communities when they need our assistance.  

“In the past year alone, the Goulburn Unit has responded to about 150 calls for assistance, including flood rescues, land searches, storm response and general land rescue incidents.”  

Goulburn-Mulwaree Council Mayor, Nina Dillon, said:

“As a Council, we are proud to see the official opening of this vital new facility, which is a direct result of our ongoing commitment to the safety and future of our community.

“The new NSW State Emergency Service Unit and Emergency Operations Centre will serve as a hub of preparedness and support for our emergency services. This milestone is a testament to the collaborative efforts between local, state, and federal levels of government, and it marks a major step in our shared vision of a more resilient and safer region for all.”

The Minns Labor Government has taken the next major step in delivering the nation’s largest social housing renewal, with contracts now signed to commence the transformation of Waterloo South.

Following a competitive tender process, the NSW Government has finalised contracts with Stockland, Link Wentworth, City West Housing, and Birribee Housing. Together the consortium will manage the planning, design, delivery and operations of the renewal.

This project will deliver more than 3,000 new homes in the inner city, within walking distance of local amenities and public transport including the Waterloo Metro. Half of these will be dedicated to social and affordable housing, providing over 1,000 new social homes and 600 affordable homes in the heart of Sydney.

Located on Gadigal land, the proposed plans place strong emphasis on cultural inclusion, improved housing outcomes and greater support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Birribee Housing will lead housing allocations to ensure 20 per cent of social homes and 15 per cent of affordable homes are dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents.

Committed to delivering thriving communities, Waterloo South will be designed with exceptional amenity and dedicated green space, including a two-hectare urban park – the largest delivered in the city in recent times.

To support the area’s growth, the revitalisation will deliver new community and retail spaces along George Street, improving access to everyday essentials and local services for residents.

The new precinct is designed to support residents beyond housing, with dedicated initiatives to strengthen community connections, enhance wellbeing, and open pathways to skills development and employment.

With contracts now finalised, the project will progress to the next phase, including site investigations, planning approvals and ongoing community engagement, alongside the staged tenant relocations already underway.

A core priority throughout the renewal is keeping the community together. With new homes available at the Waterloo Metro Quarter, Elizabeth Street Redfern and more than 150 properties offered by City West Housing in nearby developments, current residents will be able to move into new or near-new homes within the local area.

Homes NSW recognises that moving can be stressful and has committed to providing dedicated support to residents to ensure a smooth transition to their new homes. All residents will have the right to return once the renewal is complete.

This renewal is part of the NSW Government’s $6.6 billion Building Homes for NSW program, which will deliver:

• 8,400 new public housing dwellings
• 21,000 new affordable and private homes
• Upgrades to 30,000 existing social housing properties

For more information visit: www.nsw.gov.au/homes-nsw/waterloo

Minister for Housing and Homelessness Rose Jackson said:

“Signing these contracts marks a historic moment for Waterloo and for social housing in Australia. We are not just replacing old homes, we’re creating a thriving, inclusive, and well-connected community that honours the rich history of the area.

“With more than 1,600 social and affordable homes, a new two-hectare park, and a commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander housing and cultural inclusion, we are setting a new benchmark for large-scale social housing renewal.

“This is about more than just housing, it’s about building a future where everyone has the stability and opportunity they deserve.

“Every tenant will be supported through this process, and every resident has the right to return to a brand-new home once the project is complete.”

Member for Heffron Ron Hoenig said:

“I’ve fought for years for the residents of Waterloo to have the quality housing they deserve.

“Ensuring that all residents are treated with respect and that their wellbeing is front of mind is my priority as this project progresses.

“This renewal will completely transform the estate, giving residents safe, modern homes while preserving the strong community connections that have been built over decades.

“Importantly, we are ensuring residents remain living in the local area during the transition and that they return when the project is complete.

“That right to return is non-negotiable and I’m proud to see it guaranteed under this Government.”

Stockland Managing Director and CEO Tarun Gupta said:

“Stockland considers it a privilege to be selected by the NSW Government to develop the Waterloo Renewal Project, alongside our consortium partners, Link Wentworth, City West Housing and Birribee Housing.

“Building on Stockland’s 73-year legacy as a leading creator and curator of connected communities, we look forward to working with Homes NSW, our partners, and the community to deliver vibrant and inclusive spaces with high quality homes for all residents.

“We understand the deep responsibility that comes with our selection, and we are committed to delivering the project in a way that respects the community and the important history of Waterloo.”

The Blayney Multipurpose Service (MPS) has reached a significant milestone, with the concrete poured for the first phase of the project.

The Blayney MPS Redevelopment project is the final site to be delivered under the NSW Government’s $297 million Multipurpose Service Program Stage 5 to improve and enhance health facilities across smaller rural and remote communities.

It will deliver a new purpose-built and modern health facility to improve health and aged care services for the community of Blayney. The new facility will include a new residential aged care wing with single rooms and bathrooms, more inpatient unit beds, increased chair-based services, more HealthOne rooms, and room for future expansion.

The new MPS is being built on the existing Osman Street site in stages to ensure all clinical services continue to operate during construction. The project’s first phase, which includes construction of a new Residential Aged Care wing and Inpatient Unit, is progressing well with the final concrete pour now complete.

The next steps will include construction of the Residential Aged Care wing and Inpatient Unit, followed by the internal fit-out, services installation and other exterior works. The aged care residents will relocate into the new Residential Aged Care wing once this phase of redevelopment is completed.

The second phase of works will then start, including demolition of the existing buildings and construction of the new HealthOne, entry, reception, waiting room, staff area and ambulatory care.  

The current MPS remains fully operational as construction progresses and every effort is being made to minimise disruption to residents, staff, patients and visitors. 

The community will continue to be updated about the redevelopment’s progress with information available on the project website.

For more information, visit the Multipurpose Service Program website. 

Minister for Regional Health, Ryan Park:  

“I’m thrilled the new Blayney MPS is another step closer with the concrete pours for the first phase complete, and I look forward to seeing the redevelopment continue to take shape. 

“The Blayney MPS Redevelopment is the final project to be redeveloped under the NSW Government’s $297 million Multipurpose Program Stage 5, with another 17 sites in NSW either upgraded or redeveloped, which is an outstanding achievement.”

Government Spokesperson for Bathurst, Stephen Lawrence, MLC:

“Blayney MPS isn’t just a health facility – it’s also a home to those living in the residential aged care wing. The new Blayney MPS will ensure the residents have a modern and comfortable home with the high-quality care they deserve.

“The professional and caring staff at Blayney are also looking forward to having the latest fit-for-purpose facilities, lots of light, and dedicated staff areas so they can provide the best possible care to our community in an improved working environment.”