The below is intended as a high level summary of the 2026 AHDC webinar 'Australian Health Facility Guidelines Update', held 25 June 2026. For the most current information, please always refer the the AusHFG website: https://healthfacilityguidelines.com.au/

Written by Anna Fox, AHDC Committee Member and Senior Associate, Grieve Gillet Architects

Part 1: 2025-6 AusHFG Review

Fiona Wilkinson, Director, Economics and Health Facility Advisory Capital and Commercial Advisory, Health Infrastructure NSW provided a background to the recent AusHFG Review and outlined the key findings. 

In April 2025, the South Australian Government requested an independent review of the AusHFG to determine:

• Whether guideline development processes are robust and evidence based

• Whether AusHFG implementation supports value for money

• Whether specific AusHFG requirements are driving cost escalation

• Whether AusHFG driven requirements add measurable value to health systems and outcomes

The AusHFG review was largely driven by systems pressures, cost of construction and escalation of construction costs. It was acknowledged that these construction and escalation costs were not limited to the health sector, but apparent across all areas of Government, including  housing. Increasing costs in public healthcare delivery were also highlighted, specifically an increase from $56B  in 2014 to $87B in 2024. Fiona highlighted that all of the recommendations from the previous review of AusHFG in 2021 had been applied and considered in this review.

The Review Process: 

The review specifically focussed on its scope, governance and application. Commissioned to independent reviewers in June 2025, involving an independent panel across jurisdictions, with mixed representation from infrastructure and interrelationship governance. Nationally, 80 stakeholders, including a mix of operational staff, were interviewed.The following limitations were highlighted:

• Data, including the availability of data

• Ability to analyse that data

• Access to key people to interview (due to key staff changes etc)

Key findings:

• AusHFG is NOT a major cost driver for projects. Significant cost drivers included community expectations, union and college expectations, hospital space requirements and WHS

• Findings identified that the AusHFG were well clinically informed. There was unanimous stakeholder support for the guidelines. AusHFG is a valuable national evidence informed resource and should remain in place as a collaborative asset. It was noted that if AusHFG did not exist there was considerable risk of duplication across jurisdictions in setting up individual guidelines.

• There was minimal net area growth across the AusHFG. Between 2014 - 2024, across 143 standards, there was growth across 16 Standard Components. Net growth in SOAs across this same 10 year period was 29sqm.

• Cost escalation drivers could be linked to how many jurisdictions undertake planning, managing increasing ageing populations and clinical service planning forecasting. Consequently, projections in public health had a strong forward projection, with hospitals being built to reach that capacity. Cost escalations were less evident in the private sector, where the tendency is to build in smaller planning cycles. 

• Hospitals represent key civic spaces which require long-term planning considerations to be embedded in design. WHS legislation including safety and dignity, and evolving models of care were also identified as key drivers in cost escalation. 

• When AusHFG are applied consistently, they are successful. Application of the guidelines showed considerable variation, which was particularly evident in larger jurisdictions with a higher population base. Other findings suggested variance in governance and departures, including whether departures and variations were actually recorded.

Recommendations:

1. Purpose: Reframe AusHFGs as ‘good practice guidelines’ rather than ‘minimum standards’. Exactly what ‘good practice’ means needs further development.

2. Governance: Variations, reporting and sign off (including the contribution of Health Ministers in the sign off process).

3. Application: Guidelines as a lever to inform variations, POE and further development. 

4. Scope: Further discussion is required to inform what is included in the AusHFG and if they should be broader, particularly for non-clinical spaces such as BOH areas, workstations and office accommodation. 

Conclusion

Maintaining flexibility and moving from minimum standard to ‘best practice’ supports better decision discipline  and reduces the opportunity for automatic scope escalation. Targeting the real growth areas such as non clinical spaces, BOH spaces, travel and engineering, and acknowledging the POE are missing link in evidence to inform these growth areas. Efficiency opportunities in governance and application and increased evidence based knowledge around POEs. AusHGs are currently developing a knowledge sharing database to capture information on POEs, variations and departures.  

AusHFG will work with AHIA strategy working group to develop an implementation plan,  prioritising key actions, noting a three year implementation phase.

Part 2  - HPU Updates

Marilyn Mandigma, Lead, AusHFG Health Planning Unit, Health Infrastructure NSW provided Health Planning Unit (HPU) updates, noting these updates offer a more evidence-informed approach: 

HPU 340 Adult Acute IPU

• Addition of overarching design principles

• Support for 50 – 60% single bedrooms for acute Medical and Surgical IPUs (based upon literature, expert consultation and recent projects (benchmarking))

• High/Close Observation and Short Stay Unit Guidelines 

• Guidance for structural columns and service risers

• Inclusion of design strategies to assist with patients with extreme behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD)

HPU 360 Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

• Update to the  mix proportion of open bays and enclosed rooms to enable more flexibility in care models

• Optional door to interconnected rooms to support staffing models

• Optional third (foot) pendant (depending upon service requirements - eg to support ECMO)

• Standardised wall panels to support dialysis (including appendix document for further information) 

• Clarification that overnight stay rooms are optional and can be located external to to unit 

• Reduction in recommended bathrooms and ensuites as informed by benchmarking and recent projects 

HPU 280 Oral Health Unit

• Biggest driver for update was alignment with AS5369 (released in 2023), including design, planning and reprocessing requirements. AusHFG recognised there was some challenges in aligning with AS5369, especially in smaller and regional locations.

• Strengthened guidance for off site reprocessing, including scalable reprocessing and storage guidance for on-site and off-site reprocessing

HPU 390 Neonatal Care Unit

• Addition of overarching design principles

• Design and spatial considerations for newborns requiring prolonged non-invasive ventilation

• Design guidance relating to newborn retrieval and transfer services

• Updated recommendations on nitric oxide usage, including risk assessments

HPU 620 Renal Dialysis Unit 

• Strengthened guidance on water treatment plant design 

• Infrastructure Resilience - expanded guidance on drainage, tundish and pipework 

• Infection Prevention and control (IPC)

• Sustainable Wastewater Management - aligned with jurisdictional requirements

• Service Consistency - alignment with other HPU guidance (eg ICU dialysis guidance)

• Expanded Appendices 

• Flexible Patient Care spaces 

Isolation Rooms - Engineering and Design Requirements

• Isolation Room types

• Air changes 

• Guidance on isolatable pods

• Refined airflow design 

• Air leakage control 

For more information and to review the HPUs, go to: https://healthfacilityguidelines.com.au/content/news-updates

Part 3 - Standard Components and Educational Videos

Shalyce Corney, Lead, AusHFG Standard Components, Health Infrastructure NSW provided an update on a range of resources and updates. 

Educational Videos: 

To assist with understanding the AusHFG, three educational videos have been developed and published on the AHIA website: 

• What are AusHFGs?

• How are AusHFGs developed?

• How are AusHFGs applied to projects

Watch them here: https://healthfacilityguidelines.com.au/news/new-ahia-resource-ahiaaushfg-educational-video-series

3D Visualisations

A new AHIA Resource has been created in the form of 3D visualisations of standard component rooms. These 3D views have been developed to assist with consultation, and will continue to be provided for future publications. They are publicly accessible from your web browser, you can find them here: https://healthfacilityguidelines.com.au/standard-components 

Currently Under Review and Providing Feedback

The AusHFG undergoes progressive review of HPUs and Standard components. You can find the list of items currently under review on the website. Everyone is encouraged to provide feedback on AusHFG via the 'Give Feedback' link. 

Find them here:  https://healthfacilityguidelines.com.au/currently-under-review 

Updates to Standard Components

The following standard components have been recently updated, with some of the key changes noted below: 

• Intensive Care

• • 1 Bedroom - Intensive Care

  • Patient Bay - Intensive Care

  • • ICU updated in alignment with HPU updates 

    • Optional door between rooms to support staffing models

    • Renal Dialysis connectivity and plumbing

    • Tandem pendent no longer 'wet' and 'dry'. To extent possible, services provided on both sides 

• Neonatal Care

• • Patient Bay - Neonatal, Intensive Care/High Dependency

  • Patient Bay - Neonatal Care, Special care

  • • Zoning within bay 

    • Intensive care/high dependency bay updated to indicate pendant (and raised ceiling to accommodate this) 

• IPU Accommodation

• • 1 Bed - Inpatient Unit

  • A number of Standard Components have been retired  

  • • One Ensuite design (could be inboard or outboard depending upon how you flip it when applied to the floorplan)

    • Outboard bedroom with undulation to facade excluded - as data was indicating this is not how buildings were being built)

AHDC members can watch the full webinar recording (please log-in to view): https://www.aushdc.org.au/Past-Presentations/13647781

As our third AHDC webinar for 2026, this was an excellent overview of the AusHFG review and recent updates to health planning units (HPUs), standard components and upcoming changes. 

Thank you to Fiona, Shalyce and Marilyn for your valuable insights. 

Site Visit | 4 May 2026 | Frankston, VIC 

By Dr Sanaz Memari, AHDC Committee Member and Research Lead

1. Project Overview and Design Philosophy

The site visit offered an in-depth look at the $1.1 billion Peninsula University Hospital campus development, a landmark Public-Private Partnership (PPP) delivered by the Exemplar Health consortium, including Lendlease, Bates Smart, and Architectus. Formally opened in January 2026, the project features a new 12-storey clinical services tower, with capacity for 130 additional beds, and 15 new operating theatres.

A central theme of the design is ‘Healing Country, Healing People’, which was developed through extensive consultation with the local community and Aboriginal groups. This philosophy is embedded in the hospital’s wayfinding, where each level relates to a specific local landscape or story. The architecture utilises a naturalistic palette, including terracotta and porcelain facades designed to filter light and respond to the coastal environment.

2. Tour Highlights by Department

Mental Health and Wellbeing (Level 6):

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Unit, with 44 beds, represents a significant shift in clinical care by eliminating seclusion and mechanical restraints.  Key design features include:

• Safety and Dignity: Every patient has a private room with an ensuite and views of natural light. Access is managed via wristband technology, contributing to safety and security.

• Clinical Innovation: The unit includes specialised treatment rooms for physical deterioration, reducing the need to transfer patients to the Emergency Department or other wards.

• Recreation: Large internal courtyards provide fresh air and include amenities like a basketball ring and gym equipment.

• Discreet Admissions: A ‘hot lift’ from the basement provides a secure, private entrance for patients arriving via ambulance or police maintaining dignity and privacy.

• Multiple spaces for a range of occupations: Activity of Daily Living kitchen to support cooking related activities, computers in all lounge spaces, gyms, sensory rooms, reflective rooms and group rooms are situated across the floor plan allowing for engagement in a range of meaningful occupations supporting recovery.

Staff Amenities and Future Expansion (Level 4)

The tour highlighted the hospital's focus on staff wellbeing. Level 4 serves as a dedicated hub where staff can take breaks away from public and patient areas. This floor features:

• Indoor/Outdoor Break Spaces: Multiple courtyards, winter gardens and beverage bays allow staff to gather and ‘recharge’

• Future-Proofing: Large areas of the 4th and 7th floors are currently ‘cold shell’ spaces, designed to accommodate the hospital's clinical service projections through 2036, including a potential future ICU expansion.

Maternity and Oncology (Levels 5 and 8)

• Maternity (Level 5): This floor includes a pregnancy assessment unit and special care nursery. The design uses a ‘side-to-side’ patient flow model and includes negative-pressure rooms on every level to enhance infection control.

• Oncology (Level 8): The chemotherapy day therapy unit is designed as an open, vibrant environment to encourage communication between patients and staff during treatment. Patient rooms include pull-out beds to allow relatives or friends to stay overnight.

3. Clinical Logistics and Connectivity

The redevelopment required unpicking more than 80 years of "jammed together" buildings. A complex "spaghetti junction" of bridges connects the new tower to existing facilities on levels 2, 3, and 4, ensuring access to services like the ICU and labs, which remain nearby in the older buildings.

Stage 2 of the project is currently underway. This phase involves the refurbishment of existing spaces into offices, clinic spaces and a new kitchen. A community centre and childcare facility will also be constructed on Hastings Road, with completion expected by 2028. Staff noted that the new facility has vastly improved the quality of equipment and physical space available for both staff and patients, ultimately improving patient care.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Peninsula University Hospital Site Visit in May. Our thanks to VIDA Health, Capella Capital, Honeywell, Compass Group, Lendlease, Bates Smart and Architectus for making the site visit possible.

Photography by Peter Clarke. 

In October 2025, the Australian Health Design Council convened AHDC Connect — a pre-conference workshop bringing together around 45 architects, researchers, health planners, and policy professionals to tackle a persistent problem: why doesn't research translate into better-designed healthcare buildings?

The short answer, according to participants, is that it's not a knowledge problem. The evidence exists. The issue is that the systems around design projects: funding models, procurement processes, governance structures, and project timelines; don't make space for research to be used effectively. Research is typically brought in too late to influence key decisions, isn't funded as part of project budgets, and is often presented in formats that don't suit how designers actually work.

Four findings stood out across the workshop. First, the research–practice gap is a system design problem, not a skills gap. Second, if researchers aren't involved at the earliest stages of a project, their input rarely sticks. Third, the bottleneck is adoption, not the production of new knowledge. And fourth, making the economic case for good design is essential: health departments and treasuries respond to numbers, not principles.

Participants proposed practical actions at three levels. Individually: communicate research more clearly and make tacit professional knowledge visible. At the industry level: embed researchers in practice teams, build shared knowledge repositories, and push for peer review that goes beyond aesthetics. At the government level: reform ethics approval processes, require research allocations in project budgets, and develop an economic model that demonstrates the long-term value of design quality.

The workshop's closing message was direct: more evidence alone won't close the gap. What's needed is coordinated structural reform: changes to how healthcare design projects are funded, governed, and evaluated.

The full findings report is available here:

Bridging Practice and Research in Healthcare Design (AHDC Connect 2025).pdf

Write-up by Sanaz Memari, AHDC Committee Member. 

The site visit opened with an overview of the five-year redevelopment journey, highlighting the strong collaboration between clinicians, architects, builders, researchers, and the local Aboriginal community. 

The project team emphasised how early and sustained involvement from partners such as John Holland, BLP Architects, Health Infrastructure, consumer groups, and La Perouse community representatives shaped every design decision—from the building façade to the clinical model of care. This collaborative culture enabled difficult conversations, rigorous testing of ideas, and persistent advocacy for patient-centred priorities such as single rooms, improved visibility for nurses, integrated research spaces, and child- and family-friendly environments. The result is a purpose-built paediatric hospital that reflects the voices of children, families, and staff, delivered on time and on budget despite the complexity of the broader precinct and parallel projects.

The tour began in the newly designed single-patient rooms, all standardised to feel more like home than a hospital. Key features included neutral décor for personalisation, parent zones with movable furniture, integrated entertainment and food-ordering systems, disability-friendly layouts, and ensuite bathrooms. 

From there, the group moved through therapy and recreation areas: a flexible multipurpose therapy room, a dedicated adolescent rec room with gaming and lounge spaces, and a balcony enclosed with mesh for safety—an important design decision that ultimately encouraged frequent family use. 

The visit continued into the intensive care unit, where every child now has a private room, including negative-pressure rooms, with improved privacy, space for families to stay overnight, and sliding-door configurations that support different care models.

The tour then shifted to operational and clinical support spaces, including a simulation-capable patient room, medication rooms, and automated dispensing cabinets that streamline access to paediatric-specific medications and support safer, more efficient workflows. 

The final stop was the outdoor playground—an intentionally bold departure from traditional “sensory garden” designs. Created after strong advocacy from staff and families, the playground provides a joyful, stress-relieving environment for patients, siblings, and staff, and has become one of the most valued features of the new facility.

Special thanks to the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network and Health Infrastructure for supporting the Australian Health Design Council in organising this exclusive site visit for our members. 

We also extend our sincere thanks to our generous hosts and contributors: Cathy Lovell (Sydney Children’s Hospital), Elise Miller (Health Infrastructure NSW), Tara Veldman (BLP Architects), Michael Wylie (John Holland), and Karen Height (AHDC Events Subcommittee rep on the day); along with the many others who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this site visit such a success.

The Australasian Health Design Council (AHDC) is proud to announce that Tara Veldman has been awarded the inaugural AHDC Gold Medal Award.

The announcement was made during the 2024 AHDC Annual General Meeting, with the award formally presented at the AHDC Conference earlier this week.

This prestigious award recognises an individual who has made an outstanding and lasting contribution to the field of health design. Following an open nomination process and a rigorous scoring and selection process, Tara was selected as the first recipient of the AHDC Gold Medal Award.

The consolidated feedback from the judging committee highlighted that:

Tara has made an invaluable and lasting contribution to healthcare design through her visionary leadership, compassion, and commitment to excellence. Her leadership on major projects in Australia has set new benchmarks for care. While her influence is strongest at the facility level, she also contributes as a thought leader and mentor, sharing knowledge and inspiring emerging designers, thereby shaping the future of healthcare design through both practice and professional development.

We extend our sincere thanks to the AHDC Gold Medal Judging Committee —  Kate Copeland, Isabelle Mansour, Warren Kerr, Alex Belcastro, and Ron Billard — for their thoughtful review and deliberation throughout this process.

We also thank all nominators who took the time to acknowledge the exceptional talent and dedication within our community.

We look forward to seeing the continued impact Tara will make through her advocacy and ambassadorship of the AHDC, and the inspiration she brings to the next generation of health designers.

We're pleased to announce the call for nominations for the Australian Health Design Council (AHDC) Committee for 2025. Your active participation is essential to shape the future of healthcare design in Australia.  As a current AHDC member, your insights matter. The AHDC Committee, comprising 9 members plus the immediate past president, has 3 positions up for re-election each year. Each member is appointed for three (3) years. In 2025, due to a casual vacancy, there is a fourth position available for a one year term. Your involvement strengthens our mission to enhance healthcare environments. All members will have the opportunity to vote on the nominations, and you are all invited to the Annual General Meeting, where the new committee will be confirmed. Nomination is open to current Individual, Student and Non-practicing Members. To nominate, follow these simple steps: Complete the Nomination Form Email the form to secretary@aushdc.org.au by 15 September 2025 Please note the following dates:  Deadline for Nominations: Monday 15 September 2025 Voting Period: 15 September - 9 October 2025 Annual General Meeting: Thursday 16 October 2025 Thank you for being part of the Australian Health Design Council. Links: 2025 Committee Nomination Form.pdf Constitution Current Committee

The 2024 Health Facilities Design Study Tour took participants on an insightful journey through some of Australia’s most innovative healthcare environments. Organised by ID-LAB in collaboration with the Australian Health Design Council, the tour provided an opportunity to explore cutting-edge hospital designs, gain insights from industry leaders, and foster meaningful discussions on the future of healthcare architecture.

Brisbane: Merging Functionality with Nature

The tour commenced in Brisbane with a visit to Queensland Children's Hospital, a striking example of patient-centred design. Developed by Lyons and Architectus, the hospital integrates natural elements and vibrant artwork to create a welcoming environment for children and their families. Tour guide Lynne Seear provided valuable insights into how the hospital’s design promotes healing and engagement.

The afternoon took us to the Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS), located within the Herston Health Precinct. Designed by Hassell, STARS exemplifies the integration of state-of-the-art technology with thoughtful spatial planning to enhance patient recovery. Stephen Watson from Hassell shared details on the facility’s approach to designing rehabilitation environments that promote movement and well-being.

A highlight of the day was the visit to the Herston Biofabrication Institute, a hub for medical innovation focused on 3D printing and biomanufacturing. This cutting-edge research centre is shaping the future of personalised healthcare, and the team’s enthusiasm for collaboration between clinicians, engineers, and designers was inspiring. We finished the day with an insightful presentation on the latest developments in medical technologies at Stryker’s R&D Lab, also located on the Herston campus.

Tweed Valley: A Regional Health Revolution

The following day, we travelled to Tweed Valley Hospital, a $580 million development by STH+Bates Smart that is redefining regional healthcare. Designed with a strong emphasis on sustainability and patient comfort, the hospital serves as a benchmark for future regional health projects. Alex Brislan from STH invited Ms Rachael Andrew, Acting Director of Nursing and Midwifery, Dr Mike Lindley-Jones, former Director of ICU, and Dr Rob Davies, Director of Emergency Medicine, to guide us through the facility. They provided valuable insights into how the hospital’s layout and material choices support both operational efficiency and a therapeutic atmosphere.

Melbourne: Advancing Cancer Care and Paediatrics

Arriving in Melbourne, we visited the New Footscray Hospital project, currently under construction. Representatives from Multiplex and BLP detailed the complexities of delivering a large-scale hospital in a growing metropolitan area, highlighting the collaborative efforts required to ensure the facility meets future community needs.

A visit to the Royal Children's Hospital followed, where Mark Mitchell and Louise Clark, Manager of Facilities & Project Management, showcased one of the most celebrated healthcare designs in Australia. Developed by Billard Leece Partnership and Bates Smart, the hospital’s design is inspired by nature, featuring a stunning central atrium, an in-house aquarium, and interactive spaces for young patients. The integration of daylight, outdoor courtyards, and warm materials fosters a calming and engaging environment, setting a benchmark for paediatric care facilities.

Next, we explored the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC), a world-class facility dedicated to cancer treatment and research. Designed by DesignInc, Silver Thomas Hanley, and McBride Charles Ryan, the VCCC is a bold architectural statement with a distinctive façade and an interior that prioritises both research collaboration and patient experience. Supported by our tour guide Criston Batey-Smith from DesignInc, the discussion on the role of architecture in supporting cutting-edge medical advancements was particularly enlightening.

Bendigo: Regional Healthcare Excellence

Our final destination was Bendigo Hospital, a testament to the potential of regional healthcare infrastructure. Designed by Bates Smart and STH, the hospital balances modern medical services with community integration. The facility’s design is deeply rooted in its regional context, incorporating natural materials and extensive landscaping to create a welcoming and restorative environment. One standout feature was the exceptional landscape design by Tract, which seamlessly integrates green spaces to enhance the hospital's therapeutic setting. CEO of Exemplar Health, Joan O’Brien, provided an in-depth look into the hospital’s operational model and design choices, emphasising the importance of strategic planning—particularly strategic ongoing maintenance—in delivering high-quality healthcare facilities outside major cities.

A Fitting Conclusion

The study tour concluded with a reflective lunch at a local winery, where participants shared key takeaways and discussed how the insights gained could be applied to future projects. The trip reinforced the critical role that architecture and design play in shaping patient experiences and improving healthcare outcomes. As with our previous tours in France, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, and Sweden, we once again demonstrated our ability to perfectly balance education, professional exchange, and the all-important discovery of each region’s culinary delights!

Acknowledgements

This tour would not have been possible without the enthusiastic participation of our attendees: Jordan Bartlet, Cameron Macdonald, Clare Della Bosca, Emma Bond, Maddi Collins, Nathan Collins, Nicole de Lacy, Steve Choy, Diane Greenwood, Helen Neill, Matt Kenchington, Mel Currey, Rod Pindar, Tamra Shakespeare, and Tim Burger. Their engagement, insightful discussions, and shared expertise enriched every visit and conversation along the way.

Additionally, special thanks to our hosts and guides: Guy Grigson and Nikki Weston, Hassell, Glenn McDonald, Queensland Health, STARS, Dr Michael Wagels & Dr David Forrestal Herston Biofabrication Institute, STH, BLP, Multiplex, DesignInc, Exemplar Health, and all the professionals who generously shared their knowledge and experiences. Their contributions ensured that this journey was not only informative but truly inspiring.

The 2024 Health Facilities Design Study Tour exemplified the power of thoughtful design in healthcare. By fostering collaboration between architects, healthcare professionals, and researchers, we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in hospital environments. We look forward to future tours and the continued exchange of ideas that drive innovation in healthcare design.

Some tour photo highlights

Are you an architect, designer, planner or clinician who works on/in health buildings? Interested in sharing your knowledge and experience?

Megan Phelps (PhD candidate, Sydney University) is interviewing professionals for a PhD research study. The focus is on enhancing health professional student learning using evidence-based design of health facilities.

Study title: Learning in health buildings - enhancing health professional student learning using evidence-based design

We are seeking professionals to take part in this study. Participants will be, or have been, involved in planning and designing health facilities. They may be an architect or designer, health professional, or clinical or other planner.

Taking part in this study will involve an interview for up to an hour, using Zoom technology. The interview will be recorded and transcribed for analysis. This may be face to face or using videoconferencing, at a convenient time for the participant.

This study has been approved by the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) of The University of Sydney (HREC Approval No. 2024/HE000346).

Participant Information Statement: PIS professionals v1.docx

Participant Consent Form: PCF professionals v1.docx

Take Part in the Study

Image Credit: https://thepulse.org.au/2019/09/19/university-of-sydney-offers-education-opportunities-to-westmead-precinct/

Dear Members,

Formal notice has been posted (via email) of the proposed changes to the AHDC Constitution, which will be tabled for voting at the upcoming 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for 17 October 2024.

The proposed amendments have been developed by Warren Kerr and Kate Copeland on behalf of the 2024 Committee and are recommended by the AHDC Committee for adoption through a Special Resolution.

The key details of these changes are outlined in the attached Explanatory Notes. There are six proposed amendments, and members are encouraged to review these ahead of the meeting to ensure informed discussion and decision-making.

The following documents are attached for your reference:

1. Current Constitution (March 2022)
2. Proposed Constitution (September 2024)
3. Explanatory Notes on the Proposed Changes

We look forward to your participation and input at the AGM.

We're pleased to announce the call for nominations for the Australian Health Design Council (AHDC) Committee for 2025-2027. Your active participation is essential to shape the future of healthcare design in Australia.

As a current AHDC member, your insights matter. The AHDC Committee, comprising 9 members plus the immediate past president, has 3 positions up for reelection each year. Each Committee Member is appointed for three (3) years.

Your involvement strengthens our mission to enhance healthcare environments. All members will have the opportunity to vote on the nominations, and you are all invited to the Annual General Meeting, where the new committee will be confirmed.

Nomination is open to current Individual, Student and Non-practicing Members. To nominate, follow these simple steps:

1. Complete the Nomination Form
2. Email the form to secretary@aushdc.org.au by September 20th

Please note the following dates:

• Deadline for Nominations: Friday 20 September
• Voting Period: 30 September - 11 October
• Annual General Meeting: Thursday 17 October

Thank you for being part of the Australian Health Design Council.

AHDC - Committee Nomination Form.docx

Links:

• Committee
  
• Constitution

Important committee dates:

Candidates should be aware of the following upcoming events and committee dates, in the case that they are voted in:

• Annual General Meeting - Thu 17 October, 6pm AEDT  online
• Monthly Committee Meeting - Thu 7 November, 6pm AEDT  online
• National Conference Speaker dinner - Mon 25 Nov, 6.30 pm in Sydney
• Committee dinner, Tue 26 Nov, 7.30pm in Sydney
• National Conference Dates - 26-27 Nov in Sydney
• Annual Strategy Meeting 1 - Thursday 5 December, 6pm AEDT online

Committee meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 6pm AEDT on Zoom.