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13 July, 2026
Crookwell lands key worker housing boost
Healthcare workers in Crookwell will soon have access to new purpose-built accommodation as part of a program aimed at attracting and retaining essential staff in regional communities.
Healthcare workers in Crookwell will soon have access to new purpose-built accommodation as part of a program aimed at attracting and retaining essential staff in regional communities.
The new accommodation consists of two single-storey duplexes recently purchased in Crookwell. Each duplex features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a double garage.
The project forms part of the State Government's Key Health Worker Accommodation Program, which will deliver housing for healthcare staff at more than 20 rural, regional and remote locations across NSW.
Southern NSW Local Health District is one of nine local health districts benefiting from the program, which includes the construction of new accommodation, refurbishment of existing staff housing and the purchase of suitable residential properties.
Regional Health Minister Ryan Park said access to modern and affordable accommodation was critical to recruiting and retaining healthcare workers in country communities.
"This new accommodation in Crookwell is another example of our commitment to strengthen regional health services because we recognise that improving access to safe, modern, and affordable accommodation allows us to attract and retain nurses, doctors and allied health professionals," he said.
Meanwhile, Labor spokesperson for Goulburn Bob Nanva said the new housing would benefit both healthcare workers and the wider community.
"Improving access to safe, modern and affordable accommodation that is close to the hospital helps to attract and retain nurses, doctors and allied health professionals," he said.
"This means the Crookwell community will have greater access to the vital services they need."
Southern NSW Local Health District Chief Executive Margaret Bennett welcomed the additional accommodation.
"It is fantastic to see new accommodation for our healthcare workers in Crookwell, which will go some way to helping us attract and retain healthcare staff," she said.
"By reducing the pressure of securing suitable accommodation we can help people focus on their work and experience the best of what Southern NSW Local Health District has to offer."
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