A $20 million health care facility, including a state-of-the-art general practice clinic, has officially opened on the Sunshine Coast.
The Beerwah Health Hub is set to improve community access to health care, with medical practice MyLocalDoc relocating to an expanded space in the hub and doubling its number of GPs to eight.
The purpose-built, two-storey 2165sqm hub features primary and allied health care providers, including The Wellness Practice holistic health centre.
In addition to health care services, the hub houses the Happy Hearts Childcare Centre and a veteran hub at the Veteran Wellbeing Foundation Command Post Cafe.
It is the eighth health hub in the Cornerstone Group’s portfolio.
Group director Simon Heazlewood said the Beerwah facility would help the region keep up with the growing demand for services, with up to 140,000 people expected to move to the Sunshine Coast by 2040.
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“We believe that everyone deserves access to quality health care and the Beerwah Health Hub is a critical addition to the growing region and will play a key role in supporting the increasing demand for health care services,” he said.
“We’re thrilled to see MyLocalDoc expand its services within the Beerwah Health Hub, offering integrated care alongside like-minded practitioners.
“With a new state-of-the-art general practice clinic hosting eight generous consult rooms, a three-bed treatment room, procedure room and a dedicated care plan room, MyLocalDoc Beerwah is positioned to meet the needs of the underserviced Beerwah district and surrounding areas.”
MyLocalDoc managing director Ben Child was excited about the increased capacity and the opportunity to further connect with the community.
“Relocating to the Beerwah Health Hub allows us to not only care for thousands of patients each year but also continue to be an integral part of the community we deeply care about,” he said.
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“We’re excited to work at a greater capacity and collaborate with other health care providers in the Beerwah Health Hub to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
“This is a game-changer for the region.”
The hub also helps address the region’s need for childcare, with the Happy Hearts Childcare Centre accommodating 104 places and featuring an outdoor playscape on the top floor.
“There is significant pressure on childcare places across the region and the new centre will be a welcome addition for local families,” Mr Heazlewood said.
The not-for-profit Command Post Cafe, operated by Young Veterans president Peter Kennedy, will serve as a meeting point for veterans, providing a space where they can connect and receive essential support through an onsite wellbeing officer.
The cafe is dedicated to fostering veteran health and wellbeing, offering a community-driven environment that welcomes all members of the public.
The hub is located on Turner Street, within walking distance of public transport. It offers more than 70 car parks across two levels.
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