Schools across Bundaberg will share in over $2.4 million in new projects, minor works and upgrades thanks to a funding boost from the Palaszczuk Government.
Several state schools in the Bundaberg region will be boosted with this funding, supporting local construction jobs.
Education Minister Grace Grace said the $2.4 million was part of a total of $220 million being invested across Queensland, improving school facilities and supporting 720 jobs.
“I’m pleased to see several local schools have made the list in Bundaberg,” she said.
“It’s fantastic news not only for these local school communities in Bundaberg but also for local tradies who will benefit from this investment in schools.
“I’m particularly happy to see $400,000 of funding for Bundaberg North State High to refurbish the outdoor learning area adjacent to Block B and C and $350,000 for Norville State School for a refurbished outdoor learning area.
“These projects will mean so much to the students and staff and I look forward to seeing them get off the ground.”
Ms Grace said the new funding would be a big job generator over the next 12 months.
“Queensland’s economic recovery from COVID-19 begins with job creation and these works will help support jobs for local tradies,” she said.
“We always encourage our schools to engage local tradespeople to complete maintenance works and smaller jobs in schools.
This funding boost is on top of the $12 million already being invested at Bundaberg High as part of the Government’s Renewing our Schools Program.
Ms Grace said the programs across Queensland state schools were playing their role in stimulating the economy.
“We’re also supporting a consistent pipeline of work through the rollout of our Cooler Cleaner Schools Program,” she said.
“In total, our $477 million Cooler Cleaner Schools Program will support more than 1,500 jobs between now and June 2022 when its due to be completed.
“Over 650 schools across Queensland will benefit from air conditioning installations, making some 10,000 classrooms cooler and more comfortable.
“All Bundaberg schools have now been air-conditioned as part of this Program.
“The program will also provide an additional $71 million over three years to create a virtual solar farm on school rooftops that will be used to power these additional air conditioners across the state.”
Highlights of new projects, minor works and upgrades in Bundaberg:
- $400,000 to refurbish an outdoor learning area at Bundaberg North State High
- $350,000 to refurbish Block G learning spaces at Norville State School
- $350,000 to refurbish an outdoor learning area at Walkervale State School
- $957,000 for maintenance at Bundaberg schools
- $421,000 for minor works at Bundaberg schools
