Rose Nowers Child Care
Project Overview
The Town of Port Hedland is progressing an expansion of the Rose Nowers Early Learning Centre in South Hedland.
This project aims to increase the capacity of the existing facility and improve the quality of early childhood education and care services available to families across the community, supporting population growth and workforce demand.
The expansion will be delivered at the existing centre to maximise use of established infrastructure while enhancing functionality, safety and service outcomes.
Why the Project is Needed
The Rose Nowers centre is a critical community asset that supports local families and the broader workforce.
Demand for childcare places in Hedland continues to exceed availability. The expansion of the centre will assist in addressing this shortfall while improving the overall standard and flexibility of early childhood services.
The project also supports broader strategic priorities, including workforce participation, liveability and community wellbeing.
Scope of Works
The project includes the expansion and upgrade of the existing childcare facility, which include:
· Additional childcare rooms to increase capacity from 43 to 134 placements
· Additional child friendly bathrooms
· Supporting amenities and staff facilities
· Upgrades to circulation, access and site functionality
Community Benefits
The expansion of the Rose Nowers Childcare Centre will deliver a range of benefits, including:
· Increased availability of childcare places for local families
· Improved access to high-quality early learning environments
· Support for workforce participation, particularly for working parents
· Enhanced community infrastructure supporting population growth
· Improved functionality and lifespan of an existing Town asset
Project Delivery
The project will be carefully planned and staged to allow for the continued operation of the childcare centre wherever practicable, with appropriate safety, separation and operational controls implemented throughout delivery.
Funding
The Town will seek to ensure that a significant portion of the project funding is secured through external contributions prior to proceeding.
Current Status
The project has progressed through the detailed design phase, which is now complete.
A Request for Tender (RFT) for construction works is being released to the market, seeking suitably qualified contractor to deliver the project. The outcomes of this procurement process will inform the next stage of project delivery.
FAQ'S
WILL THE CHILDCARE CENTRE CLOSE DURING CONSTRUCTION?
The Town’s intention is for the Rose Nowers Childcare Centre to remain operational throughout the project.
Works will be carefully planned and managed with appropriate safety measures in place to ensure a safe environment for children, staff and visitors at all times.
HOW WILL SAFETY BE MANAGED DURING WORKS?
The safety of children, staff and visitors is a priority.
Construction works will be separated from operational areas, with controls such as secure fencing, defined access points and strict site management procedures implemented throughout the project.
WILL THERE BE ANY DISRUPTION TO FAMILIES AND STAFF?
Some minor disruptions may occur during certain stages of the works.
The Town and project team will work closely with the centre operator to minimise impacts and ensure families are kept informed in advance of any changes where required.
WILL ACCESS TO THE SITE CHANGE?
Access arrangements may be adjusted at certain times during construction to maintain safety. Any changes to entry, parking or circulation will be clearly communicated to centre users.
WHEN WILL CONSTRUCTION COMMENCE?
Construction timeframes will be confirmed following, procurement and funding approvals.
HOW CAN I STAY INFORMED ABOUT THE PROJECT?
Project updates will be provided on this webpage as key milestones are reached.
