Once operational, the hospital will provide 23 hour surgical services, day oncology, dialysis, ambulatory services such as physiotherapy, and consulting rooms for specialist doctors to use.
St John of God Bunbury Hospital Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Williams said there was an increased need to deliver care closer to the growing community in Busselton and broader Margaret River region, so patients would not need to travel to Bunbury or Perth to receive high quality health services.
As the State’s largest operator of regional private hospitals, this new opportunity demonstrates St John of God Health Care’s long-standing commitment to regional Western Australia.
“We have been part of the south west community for almost 100 years and remain deeply committed to this region.
“The project is evidence of St John of God Health Care’s long term commitment and forward planning in this growing region where we have deep roots,” he said.
“This new facility will allow our team of specialist doctors, nurses and allied health professionals to continue to provide high quality, compassionate and contemporary care across the south west region which has a continued growth trajectory.
“Our focus is always on what is best for our patients so they can rest assured that they are receiving the best treatment for their condition closer to home, and their support networks.”
The proposed development will see St John of God Bunbury Hospital operate services in a facility developed in partnership with Blackoak.
Adopting a partnership approach, Blackoak Capital Ventures and their partner, Invested Health Developments, identified a site in the Vasse Town Centre and entered into arrangements to secure the 1.3 hectare property capable of delivering a long term solution for St John of God Health Care’s operations in the South West, the fastest growing region of Western Australia. The Vasse Town Centre was chosen because of its strong connectivity to the region being situated on the junction of the Busselton Bypass and Bussell Highway along with the existing vibrant amenity provided by the established cafes, shops and local businesses.
“We are always looking to develop and grow long term relationships with our partners such as St John of God Health Care and we’re very excited about the project that we are seeking to deliver together,” said Blackoak Capital Ventures Managing Partner Tim Mack.
The land is currently owned by a joint venture of Perron Developments Pty Ltd and Stawell Pty Ltd. Lyle Kenny, Perron Developments General Manager of Land Development, said he was excited about the project that St John of God and Blackoak are progressing in Vasse Village.
“From its inception, the Vasse Development Partners have pursued their vision to create a Village that provides residents, and the broader South West community, with access to a range of services and amenities to meet their day to day needs,” he said.
“The development of a substantial health care facility will enhance the appeal of Vasse Village as a destination of choice, while further complementing our focus on innovative design, landscaping, and public artworks to create a unique village environment.”
About St John of God Health Care
St John of God Health Care is one of the largest Catholic providers of health care services in Australia. We employ more than 15,500 staff across Australia and New Zealand operate 27 facilities comprising more than 3,300 beds in Australia and New Zealand, as well as home nursing, disability services and social outreach programsAbout St John of God Bunbury Hospital
St John of God Bunbury Hospital has been providing high quality health care to the South West community since 1927. The 145-bed St John of God Bunbury Hospital is co-located with the Bunbury Regional Hospital and cares for private patients across the South West of Western Australia as well as providing a number of public services for WA Country Health Service.About Blackoak Capital Ventures
Blackoak Capital Ventures is a Western Australian partnership focused real estate business. By overcoming obstacles and achieving outcomes that satisfy multiple objectives, Blackoak Capital Ventures works to generate gains for all stakeholders in its projects. Flexibility is key, together with a view to the long-term outcomes of its project.About Invested Health Developments
Invested Health Developments was formed by three pharmacists in 2021 and is focused on identifying and investing in healthcare delivery opportunities with associates. IHD helped identify the opportunity in Vasse for the development partners.About Vasse Development Partners
Vasse Estate is owned by joint development partners Perron Developments Pty Ltd (part of the Perron Group) and Stawell Pty Ltd.Stawell Pty Ltd is a private investment syndicate managed by Security Capital Australia. Perron Developments Pty Ltd is a 100% owned company of the Perron Group, a private group of companies founded by the late Mr L.S.Perron.
As a land developer, Perron Group has developed estates and subdivisions across Perth over a 40 year period. Today, the Group’s land developments include over 8,000 lots in WA and interstate. As a developer of residential communities, the Group is committed to providing quality urban environments.
About Peron Group
The Perron Group is a substantial WA based investment group with an extensive national portfolio of shopping centres. In WA these include Cockburn Gateway Shopping City, Belmont Forum, The Square Mirrabooka and Galleria Shopping Centre (50% ownership). The Group also owns commercial properties, is the distributer for Toyota vehicles and parts in WA and has interests in mining, equities, unlisted airports and land development activities.