Community invited to provide feedback on next stage of Manning Hospital Redevelopment
The Taree and wider Manning Valley region communities are invited to view and provide feedback on planning documents for Stage 2 of the Manning Hospital Redevelopment now on public exhibition, marking a key step forward in the project.
As part of the NSW Government’s $180 million Lower Mid North Coast Health Service Project, the refurbished Manning Hospital will deliver a modern, contemporary health facility that will support local communities with high-quality health care.
Stage 2 of the redevelopment will include:
- A new clinical services building with inpatient units and an additional level
- A Close Observation Unit to support cardiac patients
- A new mortuary
- Pharmacy and pathology spaces.
The design improves connections to the existing hospital building and supports future expansion of health services. Landscaping and external patient spaces will also be delivered to support the health and wellbeing of patients, staff and visitors, alongside a contemporary, functional façade that reflects the local area and connects with Country.
Early works were completed in 2025 in readiness for construction to start later this year, marking another important milestone for the project.
Hansen Yuncken has been appointed as the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) building partner for Stage 2 and will work to finalise the designs and optimise delivery to ensure the project is delivered as efficiently as possible.
Community members are invited to learn more and have their say on the project by attending one of the following information sessions:
- Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 8.00am to 1.00pm Manning Hospital Café, 26 York Street, Taree
- Thursday, 5 February 2026, 2.00pm to 8.00pm Taree Central Shopping Centre, 60 Manning Street, Taree
The Review of Environmental Factors planning application is on public exhibition until 11.59pm on Friday 13 February 2026 and is available to view online.
Construction timeframes will be confirmed following planning approvals, with the community kept informed as the project progresses.
Further work on a proposed health service model in the Forster-Tuncurry is continuing as part of the Lower Mid North Coast Health Service Project.