Major Health Facility Upgrades Underway Across South Australia
For too long, many of our Member Services have had to operate out of outdated, under-maintained spaces. They were never truly fit for delivering quality, culturally appropriate care. The new clinics reflect not only an upgrade in infrastructure, but a long-overdue commitment to the health and wellbeing of our communities.
Moorundi officially opened the doors to its new health facility on the 22nd of August — a project more than 23 years in the making and a proud achievement for the Ngarrindjeri people. The opening marks the first stage in a broader First Nations Community Precinct and reflects a clear, community-driven vision. Purpose-built to support community-led, culturally safe care, the centre is a testament to resilience, determination, and long-term empowerment. Moorundi’s leadership team, including CEO Steven Sumner and Chairperson Tahlia Lloyd, celebrated the milestone, with Steven noting that as you walk through the new building, ‘Moorundi follows you’ — a feeling captured in the lighting and artwork throughout the space.
In March, Nunkuwarrin Yunti celebrated the opening of its new facility with a powerful smoking ceremony led by Uncle Moogy Sumner and speeches from Chairperson and now CEO, Toby Dodd and South Australian Minister for Health and Wellbeing, Chris Picton.
Designed to include multiple consulting rooms for GPs, nurses, counsellors, AHP’s and other health professionals, this modern facility will allow Nunkuwarrin Yunti to expand its vital services. The space not only improves access to healthcare but also ensures that support is delivered in a culturally informed and welcoming environment.
Yadu Health’s journey towards a new, state-of-the-art clinic began with a moving sod-turning ceremony in March. This moment honoured past trailblazers like Aunty Colleen Prideaux and marked a major step forward in Ceduna’s health future.
By July, construction had progressed to the slab pour – a symbolic and literal foundation for growth and strength. Once complete, the new clinic will deliver culturally safe, high-quality care designed by and for the community.
Nunyara began operating from a temporary location on Bastyan Crescent in April, as planning continues for a new home for the service. Originally, the vision was to refurbish and extend the Tully Street clinic. However, a major water leak in November 2024 compromised the foundations of the building, placing those plans on hold while the insurer finalises a statement of works.
Although the process has taken longer than hoped, the community’s resilience and determination remain strong. Each step brings Nunyara closer to a renewed facility that will provide safe, high-quality, and culturally grounded care – a place designed to support health and wellbeing for generations to come.
New clinic developments are about much more than physical upgrades. They represent a shift toward dignity, self-determination, and sustainability in Aboriginal health. Purpose-built, culturally informed clinics provide an environment where both clients and health professionals can feel safe, respected, and supported.
Investing in these spaces means investing in better health outcomes, stronger communities, and a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can access the care they deserve – in places designed with them at the centre.
When Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are undercounted, our communities can miss out on the funding, services and resources we need. Learn more about the upcoming Census.
The NAIDOC SA Family Fun Day will be hosted at Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga on Friday 10 July, with the March to start at 11am. AHCSA will be joining the community in celebrating this significant occasion.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Peter Buckskin, a respected leader and advocate whose work has left a lasting legacy, both in South Australia and nationally.
