The historic Denistone House at Ryde Hospital
Ryde hospital’s Denistone House undergoes major restoration The 142-year-old Denistone House at Ryde Hospital is undergoing its first major restoration project.
to the sandstone. It also involves repairing and repainting cast iron veranda posts, lacework and timber window frames, and roof and gutter repairs. Ryde Hospital General Manager Heather Gough said the rich history of Denistone House makes it a special building for the Ryde community. “The maintenance and restoration of Denistone House is vital as it represents a really important piece of history for the local community,” she said. The restoration works at Denistone House are due to be completed by August this year.
Before joining the Ryde Hospital campus in 1934 Denistone House was a privately-owned mansion surrounded by pastures and orchards. For more than 50 years it was used as a maternity ward before transitioning to a space for allied health services. The major restoration project, overseen by NSW Public Works and the district’s Capital Works team, includes replacing deteriorated sandstone blocks, rectifying damaged sandstone blocks and improving ventilation to prevent further damage
RNSH Walkers
Walk yourself happy with RNSH Walkers The Royal North Shore Hospital Wellness at Work Committee is calling staff to put on their runners and get walking.
active and want to change that,” she said. “This is a great opportunity for staff to increase their fitness, to socialise with other staff and to get out and enjoy the fresh air.” The walks will take place every Tuesday at 12.30pm and Thursday at 1.00pm and will be led by staff who have completed the Heart Foundation training module. To join the RNSH walking group, contact NSLHD- Wellness@health.nsw.gov.au. If you have any questions, please contact Debra.Williams@health.nsw.gov.au or Michelle. Edwards1@health.nsw.gov.au.
The committee has established a Health Heart Foundation Walking Group as part of the staff Health and Wellbeing program. Health and Wellbeing Consultant Deb Williams said the walking groups have been designed to fit into people’s busy work days with walks taking no more than 30 minutes. “Heart Foundation Walking groups are perfect for people of all ages and fitness levels and are especially good for people who aren’t currently
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