Nationals Member for Myall Lakes, Tanya Thompson, has announced a builder has been appointed for the Stage 2 Redevelopment of Manning Hospital.
Following a competitive tender process, AW Edwards has been selected to carry out the enabling works, which are set to begin in the coming weeks.
Mrs Thompson said the enabling works will involve demolishing the administration building and some surrounding structures, as well as relocating two bulk oxygen tanks.
"These steps will prepare the site for the main construction phase, which will deliver modern clinical spaces and better hospital connectivity," Mrs Thompson said.
"Our region has long awaited this redevelopment, and it's crucial our health infrastructure evolves to meet the growing needs of our community."
"Construction timeframes for the main redevelopment will be confirmed once planning is complete," Mrs Thompson said.
Planning and design for the redevelopment are ongoing, with input from hospital staff, stakeholders, and the community helping shape the final plans.
Detailed designs will be released later this year for further community feedback.
"I'm very eager to see work begin at Manning Hospital," Mrs Thompson said.
Mrs Thompson confirmed that she will be meeting with Minister for Regional Health, Ryan Park, in the coming weeks to discuss progress on the Lower Mid North Coast Health Service project – Forster Tuncurry Health facility.
"I will continue to update the community as these projects progress," concluded Mrs Thompson.
