Early works for Stage 2 of the Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment is set to begin next year, with a project team recommencing work to deliver the redevelopment.
The NSW Government is investing $180 million in the Lower Mid North Coast Health Service project, bringing together the Manning Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2 and Forster-Tuncurry health facility projects to boost health services for communities across the region.
Detailed design is completed for Stage 2 of the Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment and the scope includes refurbished and improved inpatient accommodation, improved connectivity across the campus and extended telehealth services.
The Hunter New England Local Health District is undertaking further clinical services planning for the Lower Mid North Coast Health Service project, and recently commenced consultation with staff and stakeholders to support this planning.
Pending the appointment of a contractor, early works for the redevelopment is expected to start in 2025. This will involve the demolition of the current Administration Building to make way for the construction of the new inpatient accommodation building.
Some hospital administration staff will be relocated to allow commencement of the demolition works.
