Nhill Hospital is excited to announce the commencement of its Kitchen and Stores Redevelopment Project, which will begin construction on Monday, February 10, 2025, and is expected to be completed by December 5, 2025. The project has a budget of $6,103,626 and is funded through the Department of Health’s Victorian Health Building Authority Regional Health Infrastructure Fund.
This major redevelopment will modernise the hospital’s outdated kitchen, which has not been renovated since 1978, and is no longer able to meet current standards. The project will replace aging equipment and surfaces and introduce a new plated tray service system to provide fresh, nutritious meals to patients, residents, and clients. Additionally, a new roof will be built over the medical records area to address long-standing issues with deterioration and leaks.
To further improve efficiency and safety, the project will include a new, temperature-controlled, centralised storage area. This will streamline procurement processes and improve operational flow while enhancing occupational health and safety.
The redevelopment will also benefit staff by relocating and refurbishing the staff dining room, providing a more comfortable and relaxing environment for breaks. In response to the growing demands of modern technology, the hospital’s IT infrastructure will be upgraded, including an expansion of server rooms to ensure the hospital can continue to meet increasing technological needs.
Another key improvement will be the separation of clean and dirty linen rooms, which will help enhance hygiene standards and improve storage efficiency throughout the facility.
This project is a vital step forward in enhancing Nhill Hospital’s facilities, ensuring that it can continue to deliver high-quality healthcare services in a modern and efficient environment, while also supporting the wellbeing of staff.
If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Ritchie Dodds, Chief Executive Officer on 5391 4222 or email at corporate@wwhs.net.au.