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