Thursday, 20 February 2025

 Lily D’AMBROSIO (Mill Park – Minister for Climate Action, Minister for Energy and Resources, Minister for the State Electricity Commission) (09:39): I am very pleased to say that children in my electorate are getting the best start in life with a really great education. Last week I was at Wirrigirri Primary School in Wollert with the Deputy Premier and Minister for Education Ben Carroll and Sonja Terpstra from the other place to officially open this new primary school. This vibrant new school is a fantastic addition to our Wollert community, which has been flourishing and expanding with time. The school was made possible by the Allan Labor government’s investment, and construction has been carried out in stages.

This modern facility currently features a learning neighbourhood with a presentation space, classrooms, a quiet area, student toilets and a staff planning area as well as a playground with a grassed area and play equipment. Once fully completed, because works are continuing throughout this year, the school will include an administration and library building, three learning neighbourhoods, a community hub, hard courts, a car park, a sports field and a commercial kitchen.

I was also pleased to meet with the interim president of the school council Amanda and interim school council member Eleni. They are very excited parents who are really committed to this school providing the best education for their families. We are also building a kindergarten which will be co-located with the school. That is expected to be completed this year and will take enrolments for next year. This is all about us making sure that our kids, no matter their age, have the best start in life through a wonderful education.