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NEW VIDEO: Chris Minns launches world-leading UNSW Health Translation Hub

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• First-of-its-kind facility set to transform patient care, research, education and health innovation
• $600 million flagship facility built in partnership by UNSW Sydney and Plenary Group
• Extension of the NSW Government’s $1.5 billion Randwick Campus Redevelopment
• Unique opportunity for likeminded partners to co-locate with UNSW and within the precinct

 

NSW Premier Chris Minns has officially opened a world-leading integrated medical, research and health innovation centre at UNSW Sydney. The UNSW Health Translation Hub connects pioneering research and education with public health, private industry and community - the first of its kind in Australia to operationalise translational health at scale.

The 35,600 square metre facility was developed in partnership by UNSW Sydney and leading infrastructure developer Plenary. The UNSW Health Translation Hub enables seamless integration between local hospitals and the University, ensuring the rapid translation of research directly into improved patient care.

The opening of UNSW’s Health Translation Hub marks a major milestone in the state government’s $1.5 billion Randwick Campus Redevelopment - one of the largest health infrastructure projects in NSW.

Premier Chris Minns said the Hub will deliver immense benefits for communities across the state. “The opening of this facility is a game-changer for health care, innovation and education in NSW,” he said. 

“This facility embodies what’s possible when government, universities and industry work together — breaking down barriers between research and care and putting NSW at the forefront of global health innovation. 

“The ultimate goal of this hub is simple: better health outcomes for people across NSW. Every discovery made here, every partnership formed, will translate into better treatment, faster diagnosis and stronger communities.” 

UNSW Health Translation Hub offers a uniquely interdisciplinary student experience, connecting future health professionals directly with industry, clinical communities and the public. Students will engage in every aspect of care - from medicine to allied health, population health to biomedical engineering - working side-by-side with researchers and practitioners on real-world projects. The facility’s immersive, collaborative environment enhances patient care and community participation while cultivating the leadership and problem-solving skills needed to shape the future of health.

UNSW Sydney Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Attila Brungs said the UNSW Health Translation Hub would give students unrivalled opportunities to develop their skills.

“The UNSW Health Translation Hub is about bringing people together to transform health. By uniting students, researchers, clinicians, industry and the community in one place, we can rapidly turn discoveries into real improvements in health care, strengthen patient outcomes and help prepare the health professionals of tomorrow,” Prof. Brungs said.

“It is wonderful to see our bold vision come to life. This groundbreaking facility reflects UNSW’s deep commitment to improving health and patient care - and achieving health equity in partnership with government and industry.”

Research at the UNSW Health Translation Hub will focus on precision and personalised medicine, advanced therapeutics, new models of care, health systems, mental health, ageing well and cancer – areas that directly affect the lives of millions of Australians. It also forms part of the broader Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct.

UNSW will occupy two-thirds of the UNSW Health Translation Hub under an initial 20-year agreement, which includes co-location with Minderoo Children’s Comprehensive Cancer Centre (MCCCC) and The George Institute for Global Health. The remaining space is led by Plenary and open to industry, providing a golden opportunity for like-minded partners to co-locate with the University and within the hospital precinct.

Plenary Group Head of Development Sergio Calcarao said the opening of the facility marked a new era for health collaboration. “The UNSW Health Translation Hub represents a major step forward in how we design and deliver places that bring research, education and industry together. It’s more than a building – it’s an anchor for the precinct and broader community,” he said.          

“This truly collaborative project has delivered on the promise of co-locating the best public and private health and life science organisations to bring together research, learning, innovation and community impact - generating long-term value for the community and economy.”

UNSW Health Translation Hub is fully funded by Plenary, IFM Investors, HESTA (through its healthcare property mandate with ISPT) and UniSuper. Plenary is also the development and asset manager for the project, with Hansen Yuncken the contractor and Architectus the lead architect.

Contact details:

UNSW: Ashleigh Steele, +61 421 208 805 or [email protected]

PLENARY: Chris Whitefield, +61 418 530 806 or [email protected]