The Hon Jason Clare MP
Minister for Education
Member for Blaxland
Alison Byrnes MP
Member for Cunningham
The latest round of the Albanese Government’s Schools Upgrade Fund will deliver $68 million in vital infrastructure projects for New South Wales public schools.
Under Round 2 of the Schools Upgrade Fund, one public school across Cunningham will benefit from funding of at least $250,000 to build or upgrade infrastructure.
In Cunningham, Warrawong High School is receiving $1.9 million for a new Wellbeing and Community Hub. This hub will include an upgraded library with a new computer room, study area for year 12 students, and a space for allied health professionals to provide their services to students and their families.
Public schools with the greatest need have been prioritised, including schools with high numbers of students from a low-socio economic background, First Nations Students, and students with disability.
Public schools which haven’t received significant capital funding in the last two years were also prioritised.
Round 2 was open to all public schools and applications closed in February.
School applications were reviewed by their relevant state and territory education departments which made recommendations to the Australian Government.
More information on the Schools Upgrade Fund is available at www.education.gov.au/schools-upgrade-fund
Quote attributable to Member for Cunningham, Alison Byrnes MP
“Having a space where allied health professionals can provide their services to students and their families is a great community focused initiative that will take the pressure off families in the Warrawong High School community.
“Whether it is funding to build new classrooms, or wellbeing hubs, everyone benefits when local schools get more support so teachers and students can enjoy better facilities.”
Quotes attributable to Minister for Education Jason Clare:
“I want all students to get access to a quality education, including access to quality facilities to learn in and play on.
“From upgrading classrooms to new outdoor equipment, this funding will deliver upgrades to public schools that need it the most.
“This is another important step in building a better and fairer education system.”
