- The Crisafulli Government has delivered almost $100 million for new classrooms, fresh upgrades and state-of-the-art learning centres.
- Projects have been delivered in Queensland's fastest growing areas to support enrolment growth and inspire excellence in education, sport and the arts.
- It's just one of the ways the Crisafulli Government is delivering for Queensland after a decade of decline under Labor.
The Crisafulli Government has delivered almost $100 million in upgrades to four state schools from Townsville to Brisbane.
The completed projects will enhance teaching and learning, with 44 new classrooms, two learning centres, and specialist learning spaces across the schools including hall extensions, music rooms and a recording studio.
The major infrastructure upgrades follow a decade of decline under the former Labor Government, which left a $441 million renewal backlog and allowed one third of state school assets to reach end of life.
The new Ripley Valley State Secondary College has a $35.9 million two-storey learning centre, which boasts 32 classrooms and offers specialist learning areas to help students reach their potential.
A further $32.5 million investment at Indooroopilly State School showcases a three-storey administration and learning centre, a multi-storey car park and an upgraded instrumental music block.
Kirwan State School received an $8.2 million multi-purpose hall extension, which offers a modern and versatile space for sports, performances, and school events.
Mackay North State High School's $19.1 million multi-purpose hall extension includes two drama rooms, two music rooms, and a recording studio to ensure arts students shine in the spotlight.
The Crisafulli Government's record $23.1 billion Education Budget is delivering a record infrastructure investment in 22 new schools including nine special schools and almost 170 Workplace Health Safety Officers.
Minister for Education John-Paul Langbroek said this investment would provide students with the best possible learning environments, right across the State.
"Students from Brisbane, Mackay and Townsville are now benefitting from modern classrooms and learning centres," Minister Langbroek said.
"Our students deserve classrooms that motivate and inspire learning, as well as outstanding performing arts hubs and sports halls.
"We're getting back to the basics to lift literacy and numeracy after a decade of decline under the former Labor Government.
"Providing modern and state-of-the-art learning centres is just one of the ways we're providing a plan for Queensland's future and setting our students up for success.
"The Crisafulli Government is delivering these projects to ensure all Queensland students can access a world-class education in our State's fastest growing areas."
Mackay North State High School Principal Michelle Pole said the school's new music and drama building has transformed performing arts education.
"Offering music and drama subjects in the new hall, fosters a seamless transition from the classroom to the stage. This creates opportunities for students to develop their talents and pursue their passion," Principal Pole said.
Kirwan State School Principal John Kratzmann said students and staff were excited by their new hall additions.
"It's a great boost for school performing arts, sport and events, and will be a fantastic asset for the local community as well," Principal Kratzmann said.
"This is more than just a building. It represents a place to gather, perform and celebrate and is an investment into the future of our students."
