Master Plan and site selection

The master plan and preferred site selection has been unveiled.

The redevelopment will be built on in the existing Wentworth Hospital site and will enhance health services and facilities for residents of the state’s south-western region.

The existing hospital site location site will provide all inpatient bedrooms with a direct view of the beautiful Darling River, offering a therapeutic environment for patients as they receive treatment and care, as well as their families. This location is significant to our local Aboriginal community, allowing connection to Country, while also supporting the wellbeing of all patients, staff and visitors to the health service.

The preferred location was confirmed following a comprehensive review of more than 10 potential sites by Health Infrastructure and the Far West Local Health District, and in consultation with hospital staff, local council and the community.

A range of criteria was considered in determining the hospital site including zoning, size, and location. The current hospital is located on a large site that will enable a completely new facility to be constructed, while ensuring the existing hospital remains operational as works are completed. The site also offers opportunities for future expansion and options to retain the existing staff accommodation buildings, as well as on-site parking for patients, visitors and staff. Positioned on the Silver City Highway, it will provide key access for residents in Curlwaa, Dareton, Coomealla and beyond and also reduce the need for patients to travel to Victoria to access health services.

The community of Wentworth was invited to share their feedback and ask questions about the site selection and master plan at a series of stakeholder and community information sessions with the project team in July 2022. Click here for the Master Plan Consultation Report.

The full range of services to be delivered as part of the Wentworth Health Service redevelopment will be identified as part of the community consultation process. The construction schedule will be determined after further planning is undertaken.