Portarlington Redevelopment

BCH received $2 million in Commonwealth funding following the 2019 Federal election. We have assigned this funding to upgrading the Portarlington Community Health Centre. Upgrading this Community Health facility allows us to develop our suite of programs and services. This includes the Portarlington Ladies’ Auxiliary Op Shop.

Progress to date

Four18 Architects appointed
Community engagement undertaken
Project updates via bulletins and the BCH website
Building design completed
Planning approval granted for the redevelopment
Competitive tender conducted for a builder
Loaram Constructions appointed
Demolition completed
Concrete slab completed
Framing completed

COVID-19 impact

The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted construction costs.
It has been challenging to work within our funding budget.
To meet budget requirements, we have reviewed some features from the original plans.
This includes a reduction in the building’s size.

Next steps target dates

Loaram Constructions on site January 2022
Construction completed within 12 months of start date.

Please note: target dates may change because of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.

Additional Information

Contact Details

Michelle Day
Capital Works and Facilities Manager
(03) 5258 0882
0407 514 632.