Building Hope for the Future
At St Bart’s, we are committed to providing tailored care and housing solutions for vulnerable individuals in our community.
When complete, the Brown Street development will be an 80-bed aged care facility offering specialised care for older men and women with a history of homelessness. This project is a key step in our mission to reduce homelessness and support those in need and a key part of our sustained approach to building hope for the future.
Our team of architects and planners have created designs that prioritise sustainability, safety, and community connection. Through ongoing consultation with people with lived experience of homelessness, we are ensuring these developments reflect the voices of those who will call them home. Our Aboriginal Reference Group plays a key role in guiding our approach, ensuring our project team are not just making decisions but actively listening and responding to the needs of First Nations people and the broader homeless community.
About Brown Street
This 80-bed aged care facility is designed to provide comfort, dignity, and tailored care.
Key features include:
- Spaces that reflect the unique cultural and social needs of our residents, shaped by meaningful community input.
- Private rooms with ensuite bathrooms.
- Communal spaces including landscaped outdoor areas to foster a connection to nature.
- On-site facilities designed to support residents’ health and well-being.
- Designed with environmentally sustainable features and community-focused spaces.
What is Building Hope for the Future?
Your Questions Answered
What is proposed to be built on the Brown Street site?
The proposed development on Brown Street is an 80-bed residential aged care facility for men and women with a history of homelessness. The development will feature shared balconies, rooftop terrace, podium level communal outdoor space and gardens.
What is the timing for the development?
St Bart’s has received development approval from the Metro Inner Development Assessment Panel. An announcement regarding the construction commencement date will be made once all necessary approvals are in place.
Demolition of the existing buildings commenced in July 2025 and is forecast to be complete by 30 November 2025.
How is the project being funded?
The project is subject to funding approvals, which are currently being sought.
Who will own the buildings once completed?
St Bart’s will own and operate the buildings.
Has there been any consultation with the Traditional Owners: the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation?
Yes, consultation with First Nation’s Peoples began in December 2024 and is ongoing throughout the project via the reference group. The developments will incorporate Aboriginal cultural heritage in the designs and landscaping.
How will the development be staged?
Once all approvals are in place, the development will occur in phases to minimise disruption, starting with demolition of existing buildings, site preparation and infrastructure works, followed by construction.
How do I register for project updates or contact the project team?
You can register for updates by clicking here or by contacting the project team directly via email: developments@stbarts.org.au.
St Bart’s acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land that we live and work on, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation. We are privileged to work with, and alongside, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and encourage those who are emerging as leaders.
St Bart’s is committed to diversity and inclusion in all its forms. We welcome and support the health and wellbeing of all people, regardless of background, age, ethnicity, religion and gender identity.