Real Estate
26 February, 2026
$11m expansion of in-demand Tully nursing home
RESIDENTIAL aged care places in Tully have received a much-needed boost, with $11 million in federal grants to go to the expansion and refurbishment of Tully Nursing Home and new staff quarters nearby.
The money will enable the aged care facility to add 12 new single rooms with private ensuites, as well as the refurbishment of communal facilities and kitchen extensions.
At the home’s entrance, a new porte cochere – a covered, drive-through entrance designed to shelter vehicles and passengers – will be built and there’ll be new outdoor spaces and parking upgrades.
And in a region where retaining staff is increasingly challenging, part of the federal infrastructure grant will go towards new staff accommodation.
Purpose-built housing for aged care facility staff will be constructed.
The not-for-profit community-owned organisation which runs the home says the new accommodation will provide safe, secure and affordable living options close to the home.
Facility manager Gail Mears says the investment will have far-reaching impacts.
“These projects don’t just improve bricks and mortar, they improve residents’ lives in a person-centred care environment,” Ms Mears said.
“Residents’ lives will benefit from modern, home-like spaces designed to support independence and dignity, while staff will have the security of nearby accommodation,” she said.
Tully Nursing Home’s capacity of 72 residents will increase to 84, with 10 extra staff expected to join the current roster of 125 employees and about 20 volunteers.
The staff quarters will accommodate 12 people and is planned to be at a subsidised rate.
