The settlement date of Kiama Municipal Council’s sale of its Blue Haven Bonaira aged care facility has been extended from 1 November to Monday 2 December at the request of buyers, Hall & Prior Aged Care.
In a statement, Hall & Prior CEO, Graeme Prior, confirmed his company “continues its due diligence and transitional work” around the sale.
“Multiple operational and management teams have been on site and are working as hard as they can. We requested this one month extension so that we can complete this very important work,” said Mr Prior.
“Blue Haven staff will have the chance to meet myself and the Hall & Prior team prior to settlement as part of this process. I am looking forward to meeting you all.”
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud said that while the delay is unfortunate, it was unavoidable.
“Kiama Council has agreed to the variation of contract and accepted the one month delay. We have communicated this extension with our staff and residents of our aged care facility and Independent Living Units, and their loved ones,” said Ms Stroud.
She said Kiama Council remains completely committed to Blue Haven and continues to support its operation, and will do so until the whole contract is finalised.
“As always, the care and wellbeing of our residents and our staff is paramount. Although this obviously impacts on our financial position, by granting Hall & Prior this extension, we make sure to look after everyone involved,” said Kiama Council COO, Joe Gaudiosi.
