The Federal Government is rolling out a range of grants and feedback schemes to better support local schools, students and telecommunications services says Macarthur MP Dr Mike Freelander.
He says the Albanese Government is working on improving telecommunications connectivity and services in the region through the Peri-urban mobile program.
Dr Freelander has written to Campbelltown, Camden and Wollondilly Councils, requesting they make submissions for areas of concern.
Should residents have any concerns on this matter, says Dr Freelander, they should contact their respective council with this information to help bolster local submissions or head to www.infrastructure.gov.au/pump
He says the Albanese Government is also providing local school students from all backgrounds the opportunity to grow their love of science through sponsorship grants.
This opportunity is for students who wish to participate in virtual or in-person STEM engagement events, activities, competitions hosted in Australia or overseas, with applications opening yesterday, January 22.
Dr Freelander said he had sent information to local primary and high schools regarding these grants and information on how to apply.
Applications close on April 4 or until the funding is allocated, whichever occurs first.
“As a doctor and as a parent, I know how important STEM and education opportunities are for students,’’ says Dr Freelander.
“I encourage as many schools as possible to apply, with $1.6 million in national funding to be allocated.”
Additionally, applications for round two of the schools upgrade fund have opened and all local government schools have received information from Dr Freelander regarding this important funding initiative.
If successful, government schools can receive grant funding up to $250,000 for large scale capital work or infrastructure projects to upgrade and refurbish their school community.
“I hope that Macarthur schools apply for these grants as it would be wonderful if any of our wonderful local students are successful,’’ Dr Freelander said.
“Education helps form the backbone of our society and these grants will help deliver better outcomes for students and teachers, both present and into the future.’’
Dr Freelander says these opportunities are part of the Albanese Government’s commitment to improving services and outcomes in Macarthur, such as the recently opened Medicare Urgent Care Clinic and the Campbelltown Station car park upgrade, which is fully federally funded.
When opened, by year’s end, it will provide around 500 additional car spots for commuters.
“It’s something I have long called for and proud to help deliver,’’ he said.
