Notre Dame marks significant milestone with official Blessing of new Mountain Street facilities

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to create spaces that foster excellence and innovation, the new building is the new home to Health Sciences programs and professional staff in Sydney.

With state-of-the-art facilities, including general and specialist teaching spaces, gymnasium and student amenities, the space reflects both Notre Dame’s focus of delivering world-class education in sought-after sectors and providing an excellent student experience.

Chief Property and Facilities Officer Steven Dickson said the expansion of the Sydney campus, reflects the University's commitment to providing flexible, contemporary facilities for students and Staff on our Broadway Campus.

“The Investment in the Mountain Street facility follows the acquisition of the Blackfriars Campus from UTS in 2024, both of which are supporting the University’s growth and introduction of new academic programs,” he said.

The Mountain Street building has become dedicated a Health Science hub on the Broadway Campus, with specialist facilities for:

• Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Assured Physiotherapy Pathway)
• Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology
• Master of Physiotherapy
• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

The Mountain Street facility was blessed by Bishop Emeritus Terry Brady and Notre Dame Chaplain Father Lam in an evening that celebrated the development of the Sydney campus.

Notre Dame Chief People Officer and event MC Jacqueline Bate said that the evening was an important opportunity to reflect on Notre Dame’s commitment to delivering high-quality education.

‘We’re delighted to welcome Bishop Emeritus Terry into our new spaces to bless and celebrate our development as a University and to acknowledge the important role our staff will play in bringing these buildings to life as places of learning, connection and service to our students,” she said.

Also in attendance were board members Jack De Groot, Hilary Johnston-Croke and Richard Haddock who were joined by Notre Dame Chancellor Paul McClintock, Vice Chancellor Professor Francis Campbell and Sydney staff.