The Minns Labor Government has opened a $7 million purpose-built support unit at Moruya High School, ensuring local students with additional needs have access to a world-class public education with new permanent, state-of-the-art facilities.
The project is part of the NSW Government's record $2.3 billion investment in new and upgraded schools in regional NSW and represents the most significant upgrade to learning support facilities in Moruya High School's history.
Students enrolled in the support unit now have access to modern, accessible, air-conditioned classrooms built specifically around their needs.
Construction of the new support unit began in late 2025, with seven permanent new classrooms replacing five ageing demountables. It also includes practical activities areas, breakout spaces, an accessible kitchen and laundry with a covered outdoor learning area (COLA).
A new dedicated access road with undercover drop-off zone will ensure a smooth daily school arrival for students and families.
Moruya High School is also one of the 33 schools across NSW to receive a share of a $100 million investment from the NSW Government as part of the High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) partner schools program.
Under the program, Moruya High School is receiving facility upgrades to accommodate increased enrolments, broaden educational opportunities and facilitate the delivery of tailored HPGE course offerings. The work includes upgrades to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) classrooms, Technology and Applied Studies (TAS) classrooms and music room, performance area and sound studio, along with a sports court upgrade.
Construction is also underway at another HPGE partner school in the Bega electorate, Batemans Bay High School, which include upgrades to the Food Technology and Vocational Education and Training (VET) kitchen, science laboratories, woodwork and metalwork rooms.
These upgrades will provide state-of-the-art classrooms and facilities to ensure local students have the tools to achieve their full potential.
The investment is part of the Minns Labor Government's plan to rebuild public education, with the NSW Budget delivering $2.3 billion over four years for new and upgraded schools in regional NSW.
Deputy Premier and NSW Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car said:
"This brand-new state-of-the-art support unit is a major investment in the future of public education for families in Moruya and provides local students with the facilities they deserve.
"The Minns Labor Government is committed to delivering the vital school upgrades all students need to thrive, whether through modern support classrooms or specialist facilities to deliver high potential and gifted education opportunities."
Member for Bega Dr Michael Holland said:
"I am delighted to see construction completed on the $7 million fit-for-purpose support unit at Moruya High School. This project represents a major investment in our community and a vital upgrade to support students with disabilities and additional needs.
"Every student should have the same opportunity to reach their potential. This support unit will not only enhance learning but ensure that families in Moruya know their children are being given the best chance to thrive."
Moruya High School Principal Mark English said:
"I am very excited to open this wonderful purpose-built facility that will provide outstanding opportunities for our staff to meet the needs of our students in a support setting.
"Our students deserve to learn in an environment that truly reflects their value and potential. This new unit - alongside the expansion of our HPGE programs - will make an enormous difference to every student's experience at Moruya High School."
