DEAR News Of The Area,

I WOULD like to congratulate NSW Health and the State Government on the new Coffs Harbour Hospital.

I was visiting a friend last week who had been admitted to the surgical ward of the new section of the hospital.

I was most impressed with the three volunteers who greeted me at the front desk, their assistance was most helpful and courteous.

My good friend was in a room with one other person, with a screen dividing the two persons for privacy.

On speaking with the nursing staff who were taking observations, they remarked how they were enjoying their new working conditions and work environment.

I can only congratulate NSW Health and NSW Government on providing such an excellent service to our community.

Regards,
Lyndall WEATHERBY,
West Coffs Harbour.