New ambulance branches in Ararat, Inglewood, Karingal and Rochester are on the way

Inglewood

Bowden Corporation has been appointed to construct the new Inglewood ambulance branch.

The project will involve knocking down the outdated building on the current branch site on Hospital Street. A new, fit for purpose branch will be built in its place.

The new branch will include:

• a three-bay ambulance garage
• two rest and recline areas
• training facilities
• a fully equipped kitchen
• improved security and car parking for staff.

The new Inglewood ambulance branch is expected to be completed in late 2022.

Karingal

May Construction has been appointed to construct the new Karingal ambulance branch.

The location on Cranbourne Road allows east of access to main roads and major sites including schools, shopping precincts and community facilities.

The new branch will include:

• a four-bay ambulance garage
• four rest and recline areas
• training facilities
• a fully equipped kitchen
• improved security and car parking.

The new Karingal ambulance branch is expected to be completed in 2023.

Rochester

Bowden Corporation has been appointed to construct the new Rochester ambulance branch.

The project will involve knocking down the existing and outdated ambulance branch on Mackay Street. A new, fit for purpose branch will be built in its place.

The new branch will include:

• a three-bay ambulance garage
• two rest and recline areas
• training facilities
• a fully equipped kitchen
• improved security and car parking.

The new Rochester ambulance branch is expected to be completed in late 2022.

The Victorian Government has committed approximately $249 million since 2015 to upgrade and rebuild ambulance branches. The new and upgraded buildings will provide better working conditions for paramedics and ensure lifesaving emergency care is available for all Victorians.

Learn more about the Ambulance Victoria development program via our dedicated project page.