A major contribution from local developer Perform Projects is helping build momentum towards a new Integrated Cancer Centre (ICC) at Shepparton Hospital.
Perform Projects has pledged $200,000 to the GV Health Foundation’s I Care for Cancer Care @ GV Health appeal, aiming to raise $5M to support the construction of the purpose-built facility.
The commitment brings total funds raised and confirmed pledges for the appeal to more than $1.42M.
The donation will come from the net proceeds of a nominated block of land within Perform Projects’ Merrigum development.
The allotment is expected to be offered for sale within the next 12 to 18 months, with the final donation dependent on the actual sale proceeds, current estimates put the contribution at around $200,000.
The proposed ICC would bring cancer treatment, specialist clinics and wellness services together under one roof, improving access to care for people across the Goulburn Valley. GV Health is currently the only one of Victoria’s six designated regional public health services without an ICC.
GV Health Foundation Acting Chair Ella Cannon said the contribution demonstrated strong community support for the project, while Perform Projects Managing Director Julian Farrugia said access to quality healthcare was an important part of building a strong regional community.
Community members, businesses and groups can support the appeal by donating or pledging through the GV Health Foundation.
