Construction has officially commenced on the Byford Health Hub, signifying a major milestone in the delivery of integrated health and community services for Perth’s rapidly expanding south‑east corridor.
Local contractor PS Structures has secured the construction tender, recognised for its strong track record of delivering high‑quality public infrastructure projects across Western Australia.
The build will support local jobs during construction and provide much‑needed healthcare services for the growing Shire of Serpentine‑Jarrahdale, one of the fastest‑growing regions in the country, with a population projected to exceed 70,000 by 2031.
The Byford Health Hub will create a single-entry point for residents to access a wide range of primary care, community, social, and specialist health services in one convenient location, reducing travel times and improving service coordination.
Located on Bushman Glade, Byford, just south of the upcoming METRONET Byford Station and a short distance from the town’s main shopping centre, the hub has been designed following extensive consultation with health professionals, local residents, and Gnaala Karla Booja, representing Traditional Owners.
WA Premier Roger Cook said the new facility represented a major step forward for the region’s health services.
“The start of construction on the Byford Health Hub is a major step forward for the delivery of a range of integrated health services for the Byford community.
“The hub will allow them to access these services in one convenient location, close to where they live, as well as help to reduce pressure on Armadale Hospital’s emergency department.
“This exciting project is part of my government’s record $4.9 billion health infrastructure investment and our commitment to ensuring all Western Australians can access the healthcare they need, when they need it.”
On the ground floor, patients will find dedicated spaces for primary care and PathWest pathology services, along with treatment bays for mobile X-ray and plaster/consult rooms.
A modern mental health service will include a welcoming reception and waiting area, four consultation rooms, and a purpose-built therapy room for group or family sessions.
The ground floor will also house a community care navigator service to assist people managing complex needs, ensuring they can access appropriate support and education. Additional meeting and therapy rooms will be available for group programs and community use.
Upstairs, the first floor will feature 28 consultation and therapy rooms to accommodate WA Health outpatient and non-government providers offering both in-person and telehealth services.
A well-equipped rehabilitation gym will help residents (especially older adults) maintain mobility and recover from illness or injury close to home, reducing hospital admissions.
Families will also benefit from three child health nursing clinics with a parent- and child-friendly waiting area.
Health Infrastructure Minister John Carey said the project was central to the state government’s broader health investment strategy.
“This project is an important part of our $4.9 billion health infrastructure program and will allow people in the region to access specialist health and community-based care closer to home.
“The hub will provide families and individuals with greater access to a range of local services that comprehensively support health and social needs and prevent the need to attend hospital.
“This new health hub is just one of the ways the government is investing in community health care and delivering quality infrastructure and services across our state.”
Health Minister Meredith Hammat said the facility would help ease demand on nearby hospitals.
“Not only will this facility support better health outcomes for the wider Byford community, it’s also one of the many initiatives our government is progressing to alleviate pressure on our hospitals and emergency departments.
Hammat explained that the initiative allows people with less urgent health needs to receive treatment close to home in a familiar community setting.
She added that the hub project demonstrates how Western Australia can adopt a community-focused approach to healthcare that improves outcomes for patients while easing pressure on the wider health system.
Armadale Hospital, just 20 minutes north, currently records more than 70,000 emergency department presentations each year.
The new hub is expected to divert many non-urgent cases to local care instead.
Local MLA for Darling Range, Hugh Jones, said the new hub underscored the government’s commitment to investing in Byford’s growth.
The Byford Health Hub is scheduled for completion in 2027, enhancing access to care while fostering healthier, more connected communities across Perth’s southern fringe.
