- New double-storey specialist music building at John Curtin College of the Arts opened
- Completed $27 million upgrades include new STEM facilities
- Local students to benefit from new state-of-the-art rehearsal and performance spaces
- Cook Labor Government election commitment delivered
A staged redevelopment at John Curtin College of the Arts in Fremantle has delivered a new double-storey specialist music building, complete with practice rooms for an orchestra, bands and other ensembles.
The new facility will foster the talent of students at the renowned school, providing opportunities to develop their skills and perform for their peers and the wider community.
Education Minister Sabine Winton and Member for Fremantle Simone McGurk today officially opened the new state-of-the-art building, which is part of $27 million in upgrades delivered at the school, which include music classrooms, practice studios, an audio control room and a recording studio.
Work to deliver the new specialist music building commenced in February 2024. The project incorporated a STEM makerspace and design laboratory to also enhance delivering of the college's STEM curriculum.
TRCB Architects designed the project, which was constructed by PS Structures Pty Ltd.
John Curtin College of the Arts was established in 1956 and has 1,776 students.
As stated by Education Minister Sabine Winton:
"John Curtin College of the Arts has a long history of fostering the talents of high-calibre students, particularly in the performing arts sphere, who have gone on to enjoy successful and enriching careers.
"The redevelopment of the school's music centre will no doubt bring Fremantle students, their families and the entire school community many years of enjoyment and opportunities.
"The Cook Labor Government is committed to delivering quality school facilities for WA students to learn in, and these impressive upgrades at John Curtin College of the Arts are no exception."
Comments attributed to Fremantle MLA Simone McGurk:
"John Curtin College of the Arts is fantastic school and is one of the State's premium arts and academic secondary schools.
"These $27 million new facilities are world-class and will give students excellent opportunities to learn and thrive in their musical and scientific endeavours."
