Wednesday, 30 October 2024

 Paul EDBROOKE (Frankston) (10:09): Last week I saw that it was full steam ahead at Naranga School in Frankston, with the state government redevelopment going ahead. The builders have even cut little portholes into the boards so that the students can go up and see all the tractors and backhoes doing their jobs. It is an exceptional space, and Shaun Bacon is an exceptional principal.

Speaking of principals, last week I was pleased to host a really informative principals morning tea with special guest Tom Brunzell from Berry Street, who spoke about the Berry Street education model. It was a great time just to thank the principals in the Frankston area for all they do for our children and our youth, and that is in an education space but also in a space where sometimes school is the primary place of foundation for some of these children. So I thank them for all their hard work, and it was a great time to get together and talk about our plans for the future as well and the Education State.

As everybody knows, the year 12 exams started yesterday. I have got a year 12 in my household, Hunter, who has been studying very hard. I want just to say to everyone out there, whether your next steps are uni or TAFE or straight into a job, you will always have plenty of opportunities under an Allan Labor government, and our community is so proud of you for your achievements throughout the schooling year as well. Well done, keep going and celebrate at the end of it.