QLD: Brisbane to get new high rise aged care facility.

Nov 18 2010 Updated July 4, 2023

The Weekly Source

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Brisbane City Council has approved Southern Cross Cares development application of a five storey nursing home in Holland Park. The height of the building is a first in the neighbourhood. The new development will feature a136-bed high rise tower and four ILU buildings. The project is expected to take up to seven years to complete.

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