“The environment will also be a focus as we understand this is becoming an important element of healthcare delivery. We are already seeing the benefits of the bank of solar panels installed on the Eaglehawk site this year.”
Mr José said BCHS was thrilled to see Bendigo and District Aboriginal Co-operative get $7.3 million for a new medical facility in North Bendigo.
“BDAC is an amazing organisation and a key partner. We are pleased that they have been supported to improve healthcare services for the community and it’s exciting this new facility will provide the space to do even more,” he said.
“With BDAC’s new facility in North Bendigo and ours in Eaglehawk we can feel confident about making a real difference in areas of need in the future.”
BCHS Board of Directors Chair Vicki Pearce thanked the State Government and local MPs Maree Edwards and Jacinta Allan for supporting a BCHS vision for better health services in Eaglehawk.
“Our Eaglehawk site has served us well for many years but it’s clear the time has arrived to redevelop the centre for the comfort of staff and consumers and to give us space to grow the services we offer to community,” Ms Pearce said.
“This would not be possible without the Regional Health Infrastructure Fund grant and we thank the State Government for investing in the future of healthcare in Eaglehawk and Bendigo.”
