Ryde Redevelopment Helping hands at the local childcare centre The hospital’s construction efforts expanded to the nearby Clovel Childcare and Early Learning Centre recently, as part of our building contractor A W Edward’s (AWE) annual ‘Community Day’.
The day represented an ongoing commitment to community engagement and featured members of the Ryde Hospital Redevelopment team, which consists of NSLHD, Health Infrastructure, TSA and AWE staff members. As part of the works, the volunteers reinstated a vegetable garden to grow produce such as tomatoes and cucumbers.
Other maintenance activities included repairing decking and drains, adding to the landscaping, rebuilding seating areas, and removing sharp edges to create a safer and more welcoming environment. Acting General Manager Jennifer McConnell said the event was a meaningful chance for staff involved in the project to come together in support of the community. “What is fantastic about this initiative is that it directly benefits some of the most important members of our community, our staff and their children,” she said. “It has really made a difference to the daily lives of staff associated with the facility.” Ryde Redevelopment: Furniture, Fittings and Equipment (FFE) selection begins Work is progressing behind the scenes on the Ryde Hospital Redevelopment, with the procurement of FFE now well underway. FFE selection committees began meeting on 10 November 2025, marking the start of a detailed process that will continue over the next six months. These committees play an important role in ensuring the new hospital is equipped with safe, functional and high-quality items that are fit-for-purpose, enhance safety for patients, visitors and staff, and help to enable efficient day to day operations. Over the coming months, user group meetings will be held to carefully select and endorse FFE items for procurement for the new facility. With more than 700 items on the list, these sessions will draw on the expertise of staff across clinical and operational areas to help shape the look, feel and function of each space. HealthShare NSW is leading the user group meetings and managing the overall procurement process. All communication with vendors is coordinated through HealthShare NSW. If vendors contact staff directly, they are asked to notify Divya Elango (Divya.Elango@health.nsw.gov.au.) A significant milestone in bringing the new Ryde Hospital to life. “The insights and contributions of staff across the district will ensure the final selections create a welcoming, efficient and contemporary environment that supports high quality care for years to come,” Ryde A/General Manager Jennifer McConnell said early this month.
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