Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke turned the first sod at the site of the new Murrumburrah Harden Health Service last week, marking the beginning of construction for a new health service for the residents of Harden Murrumburrah.
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The new Health Service is part of a $300 million NSW Government program and will deliver a range of emergency, inpatient care, residential aged care, community care and ambulatory care services for the Harden Murrumburrah community.
"This is such an exciting day and I'm delighted to have been invited to turn the first sod." Ms Cooke said.
"The community of Harden Murrumburrah has been looking forward to this day and it's fantastic to see the start of this upgraded facility. It will provide flexible services to better respond to the health needs of the community"
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Hilltops Mayor Brian Ingram was in attendance at the ceremony, and said he was also thrilled that the new facility is now a reality.
"It is exciting to see the sod being turned, it marks the beginning of a much needed facility for the community of Harden Murrumburrah." Mayor Ingram said
Plans for the older buildings have not been finalised. Health Infrastructure and the Murrumbidgee Local Health District will continue to consult with the community to consider possible uses for the buildings.
"I know there is a lot of affection for the original buildings and I encourage the community to share their thoughts on what new uses can be found for them." Ms Cooke said.
There will be no interruption to the current health service while the new facility is under construction. It is expected to be completed in late 2020.
Health Infrastructure and the Murrumbidgee Local Health District will continue to keep the community and staff informed as the project progresses with community information sessions and newsletter updates.
