TANYA PLIBERSEK MP

SHADOW MINISTER FOR EDUCATION

SUSAN TEMPLEMAN MP

MEMBER FOR MACQUARIE

An Albanese Labor Government will invest more than $100,000 in Hawkesbury schools, committing to upgrades of playgrounds and an innovative learning program in its first term.

Shadow Education Minister Tanya Plibersek and Federal Member for Macquarie Susan Templeman made the commitment during a visit to Freemans Reach today (April 26).

The commitment includes:

• $57,000 for playset equipment at Hobartville Public School;
• $30,000 for outdoor seating at Windsor South Public School; and,
• $15,000 for Freemans Reach Public School’s “Freemans Fresh” Paddock to Plate Program.

“Being able to learn and play outdoors is important for the development of our children, and I am very pleased to be committing to improving the outdoor facilities at Hobartville and Windsor South,” Ms Templeman said.

“A good education is the ticket to a lifetime of opportunity and being in a comfortable, enjoyable setting helps foster an environment that is conducive to learning.

“Freemans Reach Public School’s Freemans Fresh program is helping children learn about where their food comes from in a sustainable way, as well as teaching them about healthy food choices.

“This funding will help the school develop its kitchen garden and associated projects.

“It’s a great introduction to how food is produced both in Australia and globally. With so many agricultural opportunities right here in the Hawkesbury, this kind of program can potentially be the catalyst for an interest that turns into a life-long career. 

“I’m very proud Labor has committed to delivering this funding as soon as possible in its first term if elected to government in May. 

“Labor has already committed to delivering better ventilation, building upgrades and mental health supports for school students to help them bounce back from COVID. This is another step towards providing funding for facilities and programs to help our kids.”