A builder has been appointed to the NSW Government’s $138 million Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment project, with construction expected to begin in the coming months.
Following a competitive tender process for the build, Hansen Yuncken has been engaged to deliver the project, the Government announced today.
The appointment follows the recent statutory planning approval for the project, which has been shaped by valuable feedback from the community throughout the planning and design.
“This important project is moving ahead, and the appointment of the builder marks a key milestone for delivery of the $138 million Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment for Cessnock and surrounding communities,” said Minister for Regional Health, Ryan Park.
“The brand-new Acute Services Building will transform Cessnock Hospital, supporting the latest models of care and providing a welcoming environment for our valued healthcare staff, patients, and carers.”
The redevelopment will include construction of a new Acute Services Building which will include:
- an expanded emergency department;
- operating theatre and day surgery spaces;
- two new inpatient wards;
- a sterilising services unit;
- a new medical imaging service;
- a modern pharmacy.
“We look forward to work getting underway to deliver a contemporary health facility to support our staff in delivering best practice models of care to the Cessnock community,” said Acting Executive Director of Infrastructure, Planning and Sustainability, Hunter New England Local Health District, Anna Styles-Tape.
Cessnock Hospital will continue to operate during the construction period with minimal disruption to staff, patients and the community.
Construction is expected to be completed in 2027.
For further information, visit the project website.
