Local Mogo artist Sherrie Nye has been selected to create an artwork which will feature on the façade of the new $20 million Batemans Bay Community Health facility.

Sherrie Nye is a contemporary Indigenous artist with a lifelong connection to the Eurobodalla region. The art commission aims to create a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, staff and families visiting the new facility.

The original artwork, created by Sherrie, will be digitised and transformed into a large-scale installation that will take pride of place on the front of the new facility.

A further 11 artworks created by artists with a connection to the Eurobodalla region were selected to feature in spaces throughout the new building to create a welcoming, healing and supportive environment for patients, visitors and staff.

The artists are Dean Dampney (Pambula), Maree Jackson (Tuross Head), Sharon Beder (Surf Beach), Stan Squire (Pambula), Ann Rayment (Dolphin Point), Gary Kemp (Lilli Pilli), Christine Dimmer (Braidwood), Belinda Rosenbaum (Merimbula) and Dirk Rampling (Pambula).

These works will be complemented by an artwork from the Mogo Wangganga (Women’s) Art Therapy Group.

Arts in health experiences are an integral part of all NSW Health Capital projects to reflect each region’s dynamic community and create a welcoming and supportive environment for patients, families and staff.

The commissioning of artworks for the new Batemans Community Health facility follows a thorough selection and evaluation process and is carried out in collaboration with NSW Health staff and the community.

Construction of the new Batemans Bay Community Health facility is moving ahead, with the roof installation complete, façade installation continuing and internal works progressing.

Located on the existing Batemans Bay Hospital site, the facility will deliver a range of community-based services in one location, improving access to healthcare for communities in Batemans Bay and surrounding areas.  

Construction is expected to be completed in late 2026 and will be followed by a period of operational commissioning and staff training before the new facility opens to the public.

The facility is being delivered in partnership with Health Infrastructure and Southern NSW Local Health District and building contractor Monarch Building Solutions.

For more information about Batemans Bay Community Health visit nsw.gov.au/new-batemans-bay-community-health

Quotes attributable to Nicolas di Condio, Health Infrastructure Executive Director:

“I’m really pleased to announce the selection of artists who will create artworks to complement the modern and purpose-built Batemans Bay Community Health facility and give the new service a unique local identity.

“Art plays a crucial role in creating spaces that support wellbeing and recovery. By incorporating local culture and creativity into the new Batemans Bay Community Health facility, the building reflects the community it serves and supports patient outcomes.”

Quote attributable to Member for Bega Dr Michael Holland:

"I am delighted to see local artist Sherrie Nye selected to create the feature artwork for the new Batemans Bay Community Health facility.

Sherrie's artwork, together with the works of other talented artists from across the Eurobodalla region, will help create a welcoming, culturally safe and healing environment for everyone who walks through the doors.

I’m pleased to see construction progressing on the new $20 million Batemans Bay Community Health facility. This will deliver a range of community health services in one modern, purpose-built location and improve access to care for people across our region."

Quotes attributable to artist, Sherrie Nye:

“I’m excited to be part of the project, and looking forward to seeing local artwork featured in the new building.”