The UNSW Health Translation Hub (HTH) has obtained a prestigious 6-Star Green Star rating, establishing a new national benchmark for sustainable health, education, and research infrastructure.
The rating represents ‘World Leadership’ in sustainable building design and construction, and the HTH is the first building in New South Wales to attain this level.
The project brings together health education, research, clinical practice, and industry partners under one roof to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into improved patient care.
UNSW Sydney occupies roughly two-thirds of the building under an initial 20-year commitment, housing health clinics, research labs, and a state-of-the-art Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre.
Located within the Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct, the integrated facility officially opened in November 2025.
It is designed to lower environmental impact while enhancing occupant wellbeing through natural light, indoor greenery, flexible collaborative spaces, and the 2,500-square-metre UNSW Plaza for community use.
UNSW Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Attila Brungs said the recognition highlights the university’s commitment to creating sustainable infrastructure that benefits both people and the planet.
“The UNSW Health Translation Hub is a healthy building in every sense,” Brungs said.
“It is designed to reduce its environmental impact, support the wellbeing of its occupants and help deliver healthier futures for communities. By bringing research, education, health care and industry together, the UNSW HTH is helping to turn knowledge into action.”
Plenary CEO Paul Crowe hailed the collaborative effort between the university, developer, builder, and designers in delivering a benchmark project.
“Achieving a 6-Star Green Star rating is a significant milestone for the UNSW Health Translation Hub and for the broader property and infrastructure sector,” Crowe said.
The precinct seamlessly connects students and researchers with nearby facilities, including Prince of Wales Hospital and the Minderoo Children’s Comprehensive Cancer Centre.
Developed by Plenary in partnership with UNSW, the building was constructed by Hansen Yuncken and designed by lead architect Architectus alongside ASPECT Studios and Yerrabingin.