Build Tom Price Hospital

29/08/2025

Today we received fantastic news regarding the Tom Price Hospital works progressing, with work set to begin shortly on the redevelopment of the Tom Price Health Service with the forward works contract awarded to Western Australian company Cooper & Oxley.

The early works will prepare the site for major construction and includes earthworks, new access roads and flood mitigation measures to ensure the hospital meets updated climate resilience standards.

The new purpose-built facility will feature a modern emergency department, contemporary primary care facilities including multipurpose consult and interview rooms, a four-bed inpatient ward, dental and pathology services.

The Cook Government is delivering the nearly $33 million project in partnership with Rio Tinto, which has contributed $20 million.
Major construction of the Tom Price Health Service is scheduled to begin in the first half of 2026.

Read the full statement here:
https://www.wa.gov.au/government/media-statements/Cook%20Labor%20Government/Forward-works-set-to-begin-on-Tom-Price-Health-Service-redevelopment-20250829

05/02/2025

Exciting times ahead for Tom Price! 🏥

This new sign shows advances on the much-anticipated project and to deliver last years promise.

Tom Price Hospital Progressing as Key Milestone Reached

The much-anticipated redevelopment of the Tom Price Health Service has taken a significant step forward, with the installation of project signage marking visible progress in delivering improved healthcare facilities for the region.

A collaboration between the Shire of Ashburton, the State Government and Rio Tinto, the project will provide a modern emergency department, a new four-bed inpatient ward, upgraded dental and pathology services and contemporary ambulatory care facilities to better meet the needs of the growing Tom Price community.

Shire President, Audra Smith, welcomed the latest development.
“This project has been a priority for our Shire and community, which we have advocated for many years, and it’s fantastic to see it progressing. The new Tom Price Health Service will provide essential improvements in healthcare access for our residents, and we are proud to be working in partnership with the State Government to bring it to life,” she said.

As part of the broader commitment to regional healthcare thanks to Rio Tinto’s additional $20 million contribution, signage for the Paraburdoo Health Service redevelopment is set to be installed next week, ensuring that both communities remain well-informed about the exciting projects promised in early July, 2024.

The Shire of Ashburton continues to advocate for high-quality health services in the region, and this redevelopment is a major milestone in securing accessible, modern healthcare for Tom Price and surrounding regional areas.

ENDS

04/11/2024

Shire of Ashburton is Pleased with the State Government's Appointment of Contractor for Tom Price and Paraburdoo Hospitals

The Shire of Ashburton is pleased to support the announcement from the State Government to appoint Cooper & Oxley through an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) process for the upcoming Tom Price and Paraburdoo hospitals project.

This ECI process will enable the contractor to work collaboratively with stakeholders early in the project, providing detailed input on design and construction plans to ensure high-quality, fit-for-purpose facilities that meet community needs. Geotechnical and ground survey work at the Tom Price site will commence soon, laying the groundwork for future development.

President Smith welcomes the State Government’s decision and is optimistic that the value engineering process and thorough planning will deliver the essential hospital services that the community needs.

“The Shire will support this project with the land necessary for its success. We urge the State Government to consider the ECI process as a priority in the coming months and we hope to see the design for the hospital in the new year, reflecting our community’s needs,” said President Smith.

The Shire will continue to work with the State Government and other partners to ensure this critical infrastructure project meets the highest standards for the Ashburton community.

ENDS

18/10/2024

Shire of Ashburton and the Labor Government Collaborate to Secure Land for the New Tom Price Hospital

Works for the new Tom Price Hospital are on track, with land now officially secured in Tom Price.

The new hospital will provide much-needed healthcare upgrades for the Tom Price community, including residents and visitors. The upgrades will feature a modern emergency department, private interview and consulting rooms and a four-bed inpatient ward, significantly improving access to quality healthcare in the region.

President Smith welcomed the announcement, stating,

"This is a long-awaited day for the Tom Price community. Securing land for the new hospital brings us one step closer to turning the sod and beginning construction. The upgraded facilities will be life changing for healthcare in our region and we look forward to seeing this essential project come to life," she said.

Following the State Government’s announcement in early July that a tender would be issued in August, we anticipate the contract to be awarded in November 2024. Construction of the Tom Price Hospital is expected to begin shortly after, with the Paraburdoo Hospital redevelopment also in progress.

The Shire of Ashburton is excited to work with the State Government to deliver these vital health services to the community.

30/08/2024

Shire of Ashburton President Audra Smith and Premier Cook Forge Partnership to Streamline Tom Price and Paraburdoo Hospital Projects

Earlier this week, Shire President Audra Smith and the Honourable Roger Cook met, further solidifying the partnership between the Shire of Ashburton and the State Government to streamline the delivery of the new Tom Price and Paraburdoo Hospitals.

President Smith is committed to delivering these critical projects for the Ashburton community.

“We know that the construction and delivery of much-needed health infrastructure come with unique challenges in the Shire of Ashburton. That's why I am pleased to be working in partnership with the Premier to address these challenges and meet the needs of our community.

“The Shire of Ashburton acknowledges Rio Tinto’s generous contribution to these projects and recognises the importance of quality health services in attracting and retaining families and essential workers across our Shire.

“When State and Local Government work together, we can achieve a great deal for the people we serve. I would like to once again thank the Premier for his support in delivering these vital pieces of health infrastructure and for listening to our community,” said President Smith.

A contract is expected to be awarded in November 2024, with works on the Tom Price Hospital to commence soon after.

ENDS

12/08/2024

𝐓𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐨𝐨 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐬' 𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞

The tender for the fast-tracked Tom Price and Paraburdoo Hospitals projects has been released, with a contract expected to be awarded in November this year.

Last month the Cook Government announced it had partnered with Rio Tinto to fast-track major redevelopments at Tom Price and Paraburdoo Hospitals by bundling together the projects to create a larger package of works.

The Tom Price project includes the design and construction of a new facility, which will include a modern emergency department, contemporary facilities for visiting services with private interview and consulting rooms, and a four-bed inpatient ward.

The Paraburdoo Hospital project includes the design and construction of a new fit-for-purpose facility at the existing hospital site. The final scope for the facility will be informed through collaboration with key stakeholders.

An exciting announcement, this is the next step towards our promised hospitals being delivered!

Read the full media statement here; https://www.wa.gov.au/government/media-statements/Cook%20Labor%20Government/Tom-Price-and-Paraburdoo-Hospitals'-tender-goes-live-20240809

11/07/2024

THANK YOU TOM PRICE ❤️

We would like to say a huge thank you for everyone's support over the past three months in leading our hospital campaign.

Your backing, stories, advocacy and most importantly, your voice, has got us to this point and made the hospital move to the top of the State Governments agenda.

You have been patient, and now with a timeline for tenders to be issued in August, we are one step closer.

We are resilient and we will get our hospital.

10/07/2024

Tom Price and Paraburdoo community wins as campaign delivers progress on two new hospitals

The Shire of Ashburton has welcomed the State Government’s announcement today that they will be issuing a tender next month to deliver both Paraburdoo and Tom Price hospitals.

Premier Roger Cook travelled to Tom Price and met with the Shire of Ashburton today to announce the news and brief the Shire in-person on the State Government’s updated plans.

The State Government has committed to release a tender for construction in August 2024, with awarding expected in November 2024 and fast-tracked works for Tom Price Hospital to commence in December 2024.

Today’s announcement also saw an additional $20 million commitment from Rio Tinto, through the Resources Community Investment Initiative (RCII), to enable the new Paraburdoo Hospital to be constructed in conjunction with the new Tom Price Hospital.

President Smith embraces the announcement and the positive step forward in addressing regional health issues.

“We want to thank everyone in the Ashburton community, right across the State, for their support in getting these important projects back on the agenda.

“It was fantastic to have the Premier in Tom Price today to acknowledge the community’s grassroots campaign to get these hospitals underway and prioritise the health of our community.

“Regional Western Australians deserve the same services and attention as anyone else in our great State.

“We would also like to acknowledge the contribution of Rio Tinto to make these combined projects possible.

“We look forward to working collaboratively and constructively with the State Government to keep these important projects on track for our community,” stated President Smith.

09/07/2024

STICK TO YOUR PROMISE

Last night President Smith advocated for the Tom Price Hospital off the back of the Liberals announcement.

Click play to see the latest update on the project.

09/07/2024

A new promise on the horizon for the Tom Price community: Does it equal a new hospital?

On Sunday 9 July, Party Leader Libby Mettam announced the WA Liberal Government will commit to building the new Tom Price Hospital in the first term of government.
With no shovel to dirt or progress with the Shire since February 2021, the pressure is building for our hospital to be delivered, and the Tom Price community are sick of waiting.

President Smith welcomes this announcement; however, with the inaction over the past 3 and a half years from the Labor government, the community will only be confident of the project once a tender is issued.

“The commitment to the people and our surrounding region is a priority, and we’re waiting for any indication or movement for a new Tom Price Hospital to be built.
“While this is the latest update for our much-needed facility and we are thrilled at the thought of a new hospital, the pressure is mounting for State Government to do something and the time is now,” stated President Smith.

This announcement comes after the Labor Government’s election promise in 2021 of $12.8 million for a new Tom Price Hospital remains unfulfilled in the May 2024-25 budget announcement, where a mere $77,000 of the already committed funding, is set to be spent in 2027.

Broken Labor promises seem to be found in all regional towns with endemic health problems: with the recent announcement of the WA Government walking away from building Halls Creek renal centre before next State Election, this is a story that sounds too familiar. The WA Government originally pledged to build a dialysis centre in Halls Creek within the parliamentary term, but that timeframe has been abandoned. Like Tom Price, the $24 million dollar facility was an election promise, but it is expected the cost will have dramatically blown out and leaves their community forgotten.

The Tom Price community are sadly getting used to waiting, though we hope this news will put pressure on the original promise.

08/07/2024

How do you feel about the recent news from the Liberal Government announcing their commitment to the Tom Price Hospital?

The Shire of Ashburton have welcomed this announcement however will only feel confident when a tender is issued.

Over 3.5 years now, our time is now, not next year.

Pledge your support and write a letter about how you feel using the link below - it only takes a minute!
https://write-to-mps.good.do/buildtompricehospital/action/

Article for reference; https://thewest.com.au/politics/state-politics/wa-liberals-commit-to-building-tom-price-hospital-in-first-term-of-government-c-15270972

07/07/2024

📣 NEWS 📣

WA Liberals say they will build the hospital… read below to see the latest update and announcement since the budget about the hospital project.

https://thewest.com.au/politics/state-politics/wa-liberals-commit-to-building-tom-price-hospital-in-first-term-of-government-c-15270972