The Federal Government is supporting two new urban projects in Adelaide with $33 million to boost growth and development.
The two projects are funded under the government’s urban Precincts and Partnerships Program (uPPP) which provides transformative investment in urban precincts that grow economies and support local communities.
Over $26 million will go towards the construction of a new Family Health and Wellbeing Hub in Elizabeth Vale to support residents of Adelaide’s northern suburbs.
The Hub will feature community spaces, education and health services, and short-term residential accommodation for new mothers.
Led by the Women’s & Children’s Hospital Foundation Inc., the project is a community partnership supported by the City of Playford, Flinders University and the South Australian Government.
Almost $7 million will go towards a new arts and culture facility in Glenside to revitalise the south Adelaide precinct for visitors and locals alike.
The project will deliver a multi-use cultural facility featuring studios and galleries, a First Nations artist residential studio, educational spaces, a native edible garden and a social enterprise café.
Led by the Adelaide Central School of Art, the project is supported by partners including the Ananguku Arts and Cultural Aboriginal Corporation and the South Australian Government.
The uPPP focuses on a partnership approach, bringing together governments, businesses and communities to deliver multi-purpose urban precincts that unify places.
Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Catherine King, said that the Federal Government is supporting local jobs, tourism and cultural opportunities in Adelaide, investing in the infrastructure the city needs to thrive.
“Elizabeth Vale’s new Hub will provide equitable access to healthcare and social services whilst promoting sustainable urban development,” Minister King said.
“Glenside’s new arts zone will create opportunities for local Adelaide artists to develop and display their works.
“Our investments are building better urban places for people across South Australia with new community facilities that create new opportunities.”
Senator for South Australia, Marielle Smith, said that this project will preserve local heritage while supporting the thriving arts scene.
“The native gardens and a social enterprise cafe will provide spaces for artists and visitors to relax and connect with each other,” Senator Smith said.
Member for Spence, Matt Burnell, said that the new Family Health and Wellbeing Hub will provide essential accommodation and supportive services for those that need it most.
“Here in the north, families have been calling for additional support services, especially with the birth of a first child. I am proud to be part of a government that is delivering on this need,” Mr Burnell said.
“Since my election, I have been working tirelessly to improve health outcomes and access to vital services in the North to ensure our community is not left behind.
“This announcement builds on the establishment of an Urgent Care Clinic in Elizabeth, Headspace in Gawler and a Medicare Mental Health Centre in Elizabeth, on top of our commitment to addressing bulk billing and cost of medicines.”
