Sunshine Hospital Psychiatric Admission and Planning Unit (PAPU)
NCS worked with Western Health for the Psychiatric Admission and Planning Unit in Sunshine Hospital. Client Western Health Location 176 Furlong Rd, St Albans VIC 3021 Value $2M Year Completed 2013 LocationSt Albans, Victoria Community impact The works contributed to the mental health and wellbeing of Melbourne by creating a space to receive help when needed. Other projects in this sector
Forensicare Canning DDA Unit
The Canning DDA Upgrades project for Forensicare delivered a series of accessibility-focused improvements within a live, secure mental health facility, aimed at enhancing patient care, safety, and functionality for individuals with disability and bariatric requirements. The works included the staged installation of anti-ligature hoists and rail systems within patient bedrooms, together with extensions to existing units and associated facility upgrades. Delivered within an operational forensic mental health environment, the project required careful planning, staging, and stakeholder coordination to ensure continuity of services while maintaining the highest standards of safety and security. Particular attention was given during the design phase to anti-ligature requirements and clinical compliance, ensuring all elements aligned with the specialised needs of the facility. The project ultimately delivered the hospital’s first bariatric-ready facilities, improving accessibility, patient dignity, and staff support in the delivery of care. Client Forensicare Location 201 Yarra Bend Road, Fairfield VIC 3078 Value 3.5M Year Completed 2023 LocationFairfield, Victoria Community impact The upgrades have strengthened the facility’s ability to provide equitable and inclusive care for patients with diverse physical needs, ensuring greater accessibility within a secure mental health setting. By improving patient mobility, comfort, and independence while reducing manual handling risks for staff, the project has contributed to safer clinical outcomes and enhanced quality of care. The introduction of bariatric-ready facilities also supports the long-term capability of the hospital to meet evolving community health needs and deliver more responsive, patient-centred mental health services. Other projects in this sector
Monash Health Level 2 Block LDA Refurbishment
The project delivered targeted indoor and outdoor upgrades to support recovery, dignity, and safety in line with the Victorian Mental Health Act 2014, creating a more therapeutic environment for patients while improving staff wellbeing and operational efficiency. Works included the refurbishment of multiple courtyard spaces to encourage recreation, relaxation, and family engagement, incorporating upgraded safety fencing, sports-friendly flooring, outdoor furniture, recreational facilities, and a therapeutic garden featuring landscaped elements and seating areas. Internal upgrades were completed across the staff room, medication room, sensory room, and a patient bedroom, including new joinery, upgraded lighting, relocated services, anti-ligature fixtures, storage improvements, and enhanced AV and sensory features. The refurbishment was carefully designed to improve patient experience, support clinical workflows, and enhance the overall functionality and safety of the facility. Client Monash Health Location 246 Clayton Road, Clayton, Victoria 3168 Value $1M Year Completed 2026 LocationClayton, Victoria Community impact The project contributes to the improvement of workflow and operational efficiency for the staff and enhancing dignity, comfort and theraputic engagement for the patients. Also, the project creates a safe and safe environment compliant with mental health standards. Other projects in this sector
Monash Health Doveton CCU
The Monash Health Doveton Community Care Unit project is a project of upgrading across all nine residential units and the administration building, improving the rehabilitation environment, enhancing privacy, and strengthening the functionality of support services. Works included repainting all units, upgrading bathrooms, and refurbishing shared kitchen spaces. The administration building was reconfigured into an open plan office with additional treatment areas, a kitchenette, and an accessible WC. Restumping works and termite treatment were also completed in Units 1 and 8 to address structural integrity and long-term durability. Client Monash Health Location 67 Power Rd, Doveton Victoria 3177 Value Undisclosed Year Completed Current LocationDoveton, Victoria Community impact The project is currently on program to be completed by the end of 2025. It’s completion will provide an enhanced Mental Health treatment spaces for the community of Doveton. Other projects in this sector
Ursula Frayne Mental Health Centre
Working with Western Health, NCS was engaged to work on Ursula Frayne Mental Health Centre in Footscray for a mental health clinic. Client Western Health Location 35 Mavis St, Footscray, VIC 3011 Value $2.6M Year Completed 2015 LocationFootscray, Victoria Community impact The works create a safe mental health space for people especially in Footscray area. Other projects in this sector
Thomas Embling Priority Works
The Thomas Embling Hospital Priority Works project delivered targeted upgrades to improve safety, functionality, and patient care within a live clinical environment, incorporating fit-for-purpose design with anti-ligature considerations. The works included the refurbishment of 30 patient ensuites, along with upgrades to nurse stations and lounge areas, supported by building extension works and bariatric improvements. A detailed staging strategy was implemented to maintain hospital operations throughout construction, alongside superintendency services, commissioning, and the handover of staged works. Client Forensicare Location 201 Yarra Bend Road, Fairfield VIC 3078 Value $6M Year Completed 2021 LocationFairfield, Victoria Community impact There works were very important to improve the quality of life for patients and staff within the hospital. These areas had not been refurbished for over 20 years due to the difficulty in closing down mental health beds. We were able to provide a much-needed uplift to the hospital. This includes bariatric bedrooms which were a first of its kind in the hospital. Other projects in this sector
Box Hill Hospital Behavioural Assessment Room
The Box Hill Hospital Behavioural Assessment Room project involved a targeted refurbishment aimed at enhancing the existing facilities to better support mental health assessment and care. NCS delivered project management services for the refurbishment of an existing isolation room within Box Hill Hospital, transforming it into a dedicated Behavioural Assessment Room (BAR) complete with an ensuite and ante room. The upgrade formed part of Eastern Health’s broader strategy to improve acute mental health care environments and required careful staging to minimise disruption to adjacent clinical operations. Working in a live healthcare environment demanded close coordination with hospital staff, ongoing risk management, and rigorous attention to patient and staff safety. Client Eastern Health Location 18 Arnold Street, Box Hill VIC 3128 Value $3.8M Year Completed 2025 LocationBox Hill, Victoria Community impactThe new Behavioural Assessment Room enhances the hospital’s capacity to support patients experiencing acute behavioural distress in a safe and purpose-built setting. By providing a controlled, calming space that aligns with best-practice mental health standards, the refurbishment improves clinical outcomes, safeguards staff, and promotes patient dignity. Other projects in this sector
Eastern Health Intensive Care Areas (ICAs)
NCS delivered three new Intensive Care Areas (ICAs) across two Eastern Health sites, including new ensuites, upgraded fixtures, improved visibility and gender-separated zones as well as 19 additional mental health beds. The Eastern Health Intensive Care Areas (ICAs) project at Box Hill Hospital and Maroondah Hospital represents a major mental health infrastructure upgrade focused on improving the safety, functionality, and therapeutic quality of intensive care environments. The project includes the redevelopment of three ICAs, introducing 19 new high-acuity mental health beds. Works involve the construction of new ensuites in all bedrooms, installation of upgraded fixtures and fittings, and reconfiguration of spaces to enhance staff visibility (line of sight) and patient observation. The inclusion of gender-separate zones has been prioritised to promote privacy, safety, and dignity. All works are being delivered within live hospital environments, requiring carefully staged construction to minimise disruption to ongoing clinical services. Client Eastern Health Location 15 Davey Drive, Ringwood East VIC 3135 8 Arnold Street, Box Hill VIC 3128 Value $8M Year Completed 2025 LocationBox Hill, Victoria Maroondah, Victoria Community impactThe project delivers 19 new high-acuity mental health beds across Box Hill and Maroondah Hospitals, enhancing Eastern Health’s capacity to provide safe, private, and therapeutic environments for individuals requiring intensive mental health care. Other projects in this sector
Thomas Embling Hospital Stage 2 – Capital Works Upgrade
The Thomas Embling Hospital Stage 2 construction involved a comprehensive series of construction activities aimed at enhancing the operational functionality and safety of this specialized forensic mental health facility. Delivered between 2021 and 2023 with a budget of $11.5 million, the works were carefully split into Enabling Works and Priority Works to ensure minimal disruption to hospital operations. The Enabling Works comprised essential civil upgrades to the hospital grounds, improving infrastructure and supporting future development needs. The Priority Works focused on critical upgrades within the live facility, including the refurbishment of multiple hospital wards to improve patient care environments. Key security and communication systems were also modernized, enhancing safety and operational efficiency for patients and staff. The project was delivered with high sensitivity to the hospital’s secure setting and complex client needs. Enhanced wards and upgraded systems contribute to better health outcomes, support staff wellbeing, and reinforce the hospital’s role as a critical mental health resource within Victoria’s justice and health systems. These improvements enable more effective rehabilitation and safer care for a vulnerable and often marginalized community. Client Forensicare Location 201 Yarra Bend Road, Fairfield VIC 3078 Value $11.5M Year Completed 2023 LocationFairfield, Victoria Community impactThe upgrades at Thomas Embling Hospital have significantly improved the safety, security, and therapeutic environment for patients receiving forensic mental health care Other projects in this sector
Western Health Sunshine Harvester
NCS was engaged to deliver an $8 million mental health facility fit-out at Sunshine Harvester for Western Health. Located at 4B Devonshire Road in Sunshine. The fit-out is predominantly focused on staff and office areas, supporting the internal operations of Western Health’s mental health services. Designed in collaboration with health consultants and stakeholders, the project aims to create a therapeutic and functional workplace that aligns with best practice in mental health service delivery. Client Western Health Location 4B Devonshire Road, Sunshine VIC 3020 Value $8M Year Completed 2026 LocationSunshine, Victoria Community impactWhile the facility is not patient-facing, the new fit-out will significantly improve working environments for mental health staff, which in turn enhances the quality and coordination of care delivered across the region. By investing in a supportive, well-designed space for professionals, Western Health is strengthening its mental health workforce and indirectly improving service outcomes for the broader Sunshine and Western Melbourne community. Other projects in this sector