Mould Infestation in NT Health Clinic
The topic is Environmental Health.
It was published on Thu 16 Jul 2026 at 11:32am.
Health staff say mould in the building is making it unsafe.
In short, mould is a problem.
NT Health confirmed a mould infestation in a building with a community clinic and environmental health office.
Health workers reported cleaning mould from workspaces and equipment daily.
What's next for the mould problem?
NT Health is investigating with mould specialists and will prepare a report.
The Northern Territory Health Department confirmed a Darwin building has mould issues.
The Health Services Union alleged mould significantly infested the first and second floors of Casuarina Plaza.
An air-conditioner at Casuarina Plaza is covered in mould.
The HSU NT Branch Secretary said the mould became persistent after a site redevelopment.
The mould is reported daily.
Young children visit the site for therapeutic assessments.
Health staff regularly clean mould from patient equipment.
It is unacceptable that health professionals clean mould while the government fails to act.
Members raised concerns through proper channels without action.
The situation is unacceptable, but staff won't be moved.
The HSU raised concerns in a letter to the Commissioner for Public Employment.
NT Health chief executive Susan Bowden said moving all staff is not necessary.
Susan Bowden acknowledges the mould problem.
A specialist environmental consultant will report on the issue.
The NT Health website says mould can be a health risk if not removed.
Mould can trigger asthma attacks and worsen respiratory conditions.
Sue Phoo's health was affected by mould in her house.
The specialist will identify the mould cause and find a solution.
Certain areas of the building have been closed off.
Some work has been done while waiting for the report.
The HSU NT Branch raised concerns about the mould infestation.
NT Health did deep cleaning and targeted carpet replacement.
NT Health is reducing water sources that create humidity.
The report is likely to be finalised in the coming weeks.
Casuarina Plaza is leased to the Northern Territory government.
NT Health Minister Steve Edgington was contacted for comment.
The article was published on Thu 16 Jul 2026 at 11:32am.
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