Lease secured for GP super clinic in new Footscray Hospital precinct

Parkwood Green Medical is set to expand its services and open a super clinic at the new Footscray Hospital precinct after securing a lease for an 800sqm premises.

This adds a significant new GP presence to Victoria's largest health infrastructure project, enabling the practice to provide comprehensive, GP-led care to a growing community in Melbourne's west.

The lease agreement was finalised following a competitive Expressions of Interest Campaign led by CBRE’s Australian Healthcare & Social Infrastructure team in collaboration with Plenary Health.

“Parkwood Green Medical's commitment to this new precinct underscores the strong appeal of co-locating with other high-quality operators to create a holistic healthcare hub,” said CBRE’s Sandro Peluso.

“The 15-year lease, with additional options, is a testament to the long-term vision of this practice and the critical role of GP services in modern healthcare infrastructure,” he added.

The state-of-the-art GP clinic is scheduled to open in early 2026 and will play a key role in the hospital’s healthcare precinct, joining other healthcare providers already committed to the consulting building.

CBRE’s Kai Wang noted the GP sector in Australia is at a critical juncture, impacted by a growing and aging population, increased demand for services, and a persistent workforce shortage.

“Recent data indicates a significant gap between the supply of GPs and the community's needs, with projections showing a potential shortfall of thousands of full-time equivalent GPs by the end of the decade,” Mr Wang said.

“Against this backdrop, the expansion of practices like Parkwood Green Medical into larger, purpose-built facilities at major health precincts like the new Footscray Hospital reflects a key strategy for addressing these market challenges.

“By consolidating services and offering a super clinic model, these practices can create more efficient, multidisciplinary environments that improve patient access to care and enhance the appeal of general practice as a career for new doctors. This trend highlights the importance of strategic property and infrastructure investment in supporting the long-term sustainability and growth of Australia's primary healthcare sector,” Mr Wang added.

The $1.5 billion new Footscray Hospital is being delivered by Plenary Health in partnership with the Victorian Government and Western Health. The project is on track for completion by the end of 2025, and as one of Victoria’s largest health investments it will feature over 500 beds, enabling care for nearly 15,000 additional patients and accommodate approximately 20,000 more emergency department visits each year.