The Albanese Government has delivered on its election commitment to provide $150,000 to the Agnes Water IMPACT Community Health Service (ICHS) to refurbish their existing facilities.  

The ICHS provides crucial primary care to the community through co-located and visiting health providers, along with nursing and allied health services. 

With the nearest hospital more than 90 minutes away from Agnes Water, the ICHS is crucial part of the local community’s health network.  

The upgrade ensures that the ICHS can continue to provide high quality healthcare to the Agnes Water community, where and when they need it, while also taking pressure off existing facilities in the Central Queensland area.  

The Albanese Government is committed to improving access to primary health care across Australia, particularly the regional and remote communities across Central Queensland.  

Quotes attributable to Senator Anthony Chisholm:  

“I’m proud to announce this $150,000 grant to refurbish and upgrade this crucial primary care facility in Agnes Water.

“We understand the importance of primary health care provided by GPs and other medical professionals. It’s vital that people can access the healthcare they need, and have access to modern facilities that can provide high quality care. 

“The Albanese Government will continue to invest in primary health so that all Australians, no matter where they live, can access quality, affordable and safe health care services.”

Quotes attributable to Tanya O’Shea, Managing Director of IMPACT Community Services

“We would like to thank Senator Chisholm for visiting IMPACT Community Health Service in Agnes Water today. We’re delighted to have the opportunity to show him first hand the work we do in supporting the healthcare needs of our community.

“Our health precinct model aims to bring health providers together, providing support for practitioners in isolated practice and making essential healthcare more accessible for residents of and visitors to the Discovery Coast region.

“We welcome the opportunity to undertake a much-needed refurbishment of our buildings, which will include the creation of more clinical rooms and a refreshing environment for our staff and patients.”