The Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) is continuing to develop its plans for a world class health and medical research facility for the Hunter region.
Following the Australian Government's May 2009 budget announcement of $35 million, HMRI will now move ahead with the construction of the building on the Rankin Park Campus of Hunter New England Health. It is anticipated that the building will be completed in the first half of 2012.
The $90 million HMRI Building will bring together University of Newcastle and Hunter New England Health researchers to improve the health of the Hunter community, boost the local economy and create more jobs.
It will support the continued growth of HMRI, which is already the third largest medical research institute in NSW, and assist Hunter researchers to continue to deliver research of national significance.
The building will attract leading researchers, clinicians, and the best doctors and health specialists to
the Hunter, ensuring that our community receives the best health care.
It will also boost our local economy and create more jobs.
Additionally, world class facilities, supported by outstanding researchers, will provide long term career
opportunities for researchers in the Hunter.
To learn more about the benefits of the building to the Hunter, click here.
To read about the latest announcements on the building, click on the following links:
HMRI Building designed to advance research and health
$35 million realises plans for HMRI building
HMRI announces the appointment of a project director for the building
To read more about HMRI and research achievements click on the following link:
Solutions for Health: 10 Years of the Hunter Medical Research Institute
Media enquiries: Lauren Eyles, HMRI Communications Manager, phone 4921 4841 or 0434 600 940.
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INFORMATION FOR RESEARCHERS
Look out for regular email updates.
Email your ideas or questions about the building to building@hmri.net.au.
