RDHM building works update | What you need to know
A range of exciting changes are underway at RDHM to improve your experience. The RDHM Ground Floor redevelopment will see the foyer transform into a modern space with a more welcoming environment for all visitors.
Swanston Street closure
Renovations at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne mean that Swanston Street, between Grattan and Faraday Streets, will be closed. This may affect your visit to the hospital.
Key dates and times:
- Tuesday, 22nd October to Friday, 25th October: Road and footpath closed from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Monday, 28th October to Friday, 1st November: Footpath closed from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Monday, 11th November to Thursday, 14th November: Road and footpath closed from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
How this affects you:
- Use Lynch Street Entry 2: This will be the main entrance to the hospital. Signs will help guide you.
- Pedestrian and traffic changes: Traffic controllers will guide pedestrians, bicycles, and cars around the work area.
- Expect construction noise: Machinery and trucks will be on-site during the day.
What other changes are happening?
Builders have constructed hoardings (that look like boards or fencing) in areas where demolition and construction will take place. All work will happen behind the hoardings and whole sections of the building will be blocked off and under cover.
Where is the Emergency Triage area?
You can now find the Emergency Triage area upstairs at the Level 1 Reception Desk. You can take the lift or the stairs up to Level 1.
Will it be safe?
Yes, patient safety will remain paramount. The construction of the hoardings will ensure that these areas are off-limits and will allow for demolition, construction, and all related building changes to safely take place behind the barriers.
Will disabled parking be available?
Yes. Disabled parking continues to be available for our patients. Parking is with entry and exit via Swanston Street only – you will be directed by traffic controllers.
What else do I need to know when I visit RDHM?
Work on a temporary entrance is currently underway. The main building works will then commence as follows:
- most of the Ground Floor will be blocked off by hoardings, except for a thoroughfare that will run from the temporary entrance through to the lift lobby
- the Ground Floor public toilets, Parents’ Room, Changing Place and staff toilets near the lifts will remain open
Have questions?
Phone:
(03) 9341 1000 Melbourne metro
1800 833 039 Outside Melbourne metro
Monday to Friday only: 8:30am - 4:30pm.
