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To celebrate construction nearing completion, the new Millmerran Multipurpose Health Service will welcome visitors for a community open day next week.
Health Service Chief Executive, Annette Scott PSM, expressed her anticipation for the opening of the new Millmerran Multipurpose Health Service, marking another significant milestone for public healthcare across the Darling Downs.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for the Millmerran community to see the inner workings of our new facility before its opening to patients.
“It’s incredible to see construction reaching the final stages after breaking ground early last year.
“Hospitals and health services are integral to the community, and this new, contemporary facility will enhance access to healthcare for residents in Millmerran and the surrounding areas.
“The new single storey building, located on the existing multipurpose health service campus, will offer a wide range of services including an eight-bed inpatient unit, five-bed residential aged care space, dedicated acute and non-acute areas, and a new helipad.
“Millmerran residents can take pride in their new facility and the high-quality care our team provides at every stage of their lives,”
Health Service Chief Executive, Annette Scott PSM
Darling Downs Health Executive Director Rural, Dr Chris Cowling said the current Millmerran Multipurpose Health Service, which was built in the early 1950s, had serviced the community well but the upgraded facility will better address Millmerran’s growing healthcare needs.
“The new Millmerran Multipurpose Health Service is on track to become operational in the coming months, and until that point, patients can continue to access high-quality care at the existing facility.
“I’d like to express my gratitude to our staff for their dedication to providing exceptional care to the community.
“Once the new facility is operational, the existing building will be demolished to create space for a new driveway, drop off area, carpark, and landscaping,” Dr Cowling said.
The community is invited to tour the new facility on Wednesday, 9 April between 10.30am and 12.30pm. The event is free, and you must wear closed-in shoes if you'd like to take a site tour.
The new Millmerran Multipurpose Health Service was funded by the State Governments $1.03 billion Building Rural and Remote Health program.
To learn more about this project, visit, https://www.darlingdowns.health.qld.gov.au/about-us/our-projects/new-millmerran-multipurpose-health-service-facility