Friday, 28 July 2023

NEW REGIONAL HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING ROUND OPENS

The Andrews Labor Government is calling on northern Victorian health services to enter submissions for the latest round of the Regional Health Infrastructure Fund (RHIF) which helps deliver world-class healthcare local communities deserve.

Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes called for regional and rural health services to enter their submissions for the latest round of funding.

The Regional Health Infrastructure Fund provides government funding to rural and regional health services and agencies across Victoria so these services can continue to provide safe and efficient care to our community.

RHIF delivers a variety of projects including theatre refurbishments, new waiting rooms and hospital beds, accessible paths and ramps, additional consulting rooms, expansion projects and equipment upgrades.

RHIF has funded 630 projects - the largest investment ever dedicated to our rural and regional health services.

Submissions for the latest round of funding close on 11 September 2023. All eligible health services and agencies are encouraged to participate by familiarising themselves with application requirements and attending an upcoming online information webinar.

Full details on grant program guidelines or how to apply can be found by visiting here.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Health Infrastructure Mary-Anne Thomas

“We’re giving our rural and regional health services the best facilities and the latest equipment so their hardworking staff can continue to provide the very best healthcare to local communities.”

Quote attributable to Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes

“The Regional Health infrastructure Fund is a great opportunity for health services to ensure they continue to deliver support when it is needed, where it is needed.”

“Victorians should get the care they need, close to home, no matter where they live – which is why we’re continuing to invest in regional and rural health services through our flagship Regional Health Infrastructure Fund.”