Broadmeadows electorate
Mr McGUIRE (Broadmeadows) (12:51): (1946) My constituency question is to the Minister for Education. When will schools in the Broadmeadows electorate receive the rollout of the Andrews Labor government’s school maintenance blitz? I am delighted that Broadmeadows schools will share in the $515 million blitz, the largest single boost for school maintenance. This is really important in my electorate where funding will support 19 schools, ensuring students can attend outstanding local primary, secondary or specialist schools. The investment will more than double funding for maintenance at Victoria’s state schools during the next two financial years, with more than $300 million to be invested next financial year and $290 million in the following financial year. It will enable schools in Broadmeadows to do essential works such as painting, replacing carpets and windows, landscaping and tree inspections, and other maintenance, important particularly in growth areas. The increased investment will enable principals to get on with their job of leading Victoria’s schools as well.