Resthaven Murray Bridge Redevelopment Update
After 60 years, a major redevelopment project will transform Resthaven Murray Bridge.
The $16.5m site redevelopment at Resthaven Murray Bridge is progressing in leaps and bounds.
- In December 2017, the ‘Harrip’ and ‘Homburg’ areas were refurbished, and residents from these areas were able to move back to their rooms.
- In early January 2018, residents from ‘Jenkins’, ‘Talbot’ and ‘Christopher’ moved into ‘Riverview’ and ‘Anerley’, in preparation for the old areas to be demolished. The demolition occurred in late January.
Manager, Debbie Lindner, says, ‘The entrance to the site has been temporarily relocated to Anerley Road for the remainder of the building project (until November 2018). Reception has moved to this new temporary entrance.’
‘As a consequence of all this action, car parking near the site is extremely limited. There is currently no car parking available on site for any staff or visitors. However, we have gained permission for parking behind the Lutheran Church off Marchand Street, for which we are very grateful.’
‘The site kitchen and laundry have been relocated to temporary facilities. Working from these units will present some challenges for staff, but we are committed to continuing our great service in all areas.’
‘I am pleased to say that, throughout all this, residents have remained quite settled, and staff have worked tirelessly to ensure this, for which we thank them.’
‘We have a great team here at Resthaven Murray Bridge, and this has allowed us to complete these moves relatively smoothly.’
‘It has been extremely pleasing to see residents enjoying the new internal courtyard; the barbeque has been connected, and the water features and lighting is being installed. The paths, plants and seating look fantastic.’
‘Signage is now up on Swanport Road, and at the temporary reception, to identify the entrance for all new visitors.’
‘We are looking forward to the completion of the project later this year, which we will combine with our 60th anniversary celebration. Watch this space!’
