PROJECT ZONE NEWSLETTER

Nepean Redevelopment

This month, we provide an update on the Stage 2 community arts project, Budding Builder competition, as well as construction works on the new Stage 2 building and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Unit.

The Stage 2 construction site is a hive of activity. Excavation works at the site of the new Stage 2 tower building is almost complete which will be followed by the first pour of concrete to make the ground slab of the new building.

The team is working with CPB to finalise the remaining detailed design elements including the landscaped courtyards and green spaces surrounding the new Stage 2 tower building.

This week, community members and Nepean Hospital staff participated in art workshops to create their own superhero with 'healing powers'. Led by renowned artist, Vipoo Srivilasa, the “Power Healer Superhero Project” brought the community together over four drawing workshops to explore the healing power of stories, experiences and imagination.

Selected works will be incorporated into the arrival staircase leading to the main entrance of the new Stage 2 building.

Thanks to everyone who participated in this fantastic collaborative arts project to help create a welcoming and vibrant Nepean Hospital.

Lyn Aussel is an integral part of the Nepean Redevelopent team where she provides high level administration services which includes everything from managing diaries and keeping records of important documents to staff rostering and organising events.

"I need to have a broad knowledge of office systems and procedures, be able to prepare documents for meetings, manage diaries for a number of the team and ensure that deadlines are met," Lyn said.

"Communication is a key part of my role as I am often the first point of contact and need to liaise with the team to ensure everything runs smoothly. 

"The best thing about my role is you never really know what you’re going to get each day, especially in Redevelopment. Things change very quickly and you need to be able to adapt and think about solutions in a short amount of time."

We recently announced a local competition for budding builders to celebrate the construction of Stage 2 of Nepean Hospital Redevelopment. 

Just a friendly reminder that submissions close in a few days (Friday 6 September). The competition invites primary aged school children in the Penrith, Kingswood and Blue Mountains area and children of Nepean Hospital staff to construct a model replica of the new Nepean Hospital building.

Competition: Build a creative model replica of the new Nepean Hospital Redevelopment using arts and craft materials or building brick Images above. Examples of materials that could be used include cardboard, paddle pop sticks, paper mâché or Lego bricks.

Prizes: Prizes include an Apple iPad for the winning classroom, a LEGO® pack, and a $1000 Bunnings Gift Voucher for a winning school submission.

How to Enter? To enter please complete the entry form and submit a photo of your completed model. One form is required per model entry. Details about how to enter and terms and conditions are on the Nepean Redevelopment website: https://www.nepeanredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au/engagement-opportunities/budding-builder-competition 

Download a PDF of the submission form here

For more information about Nepean Redevelopment, visit:

nepeanredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au or contact the team at hi-nepeanredevelopment@health.nsw.gov.au