Much needed and welcomed support has been announced for students and teachers across flood-impacted communities in Western NSW, who will benefit from financial and wellbeing assistance of up to $27.5 million as part of the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government’s flood recovery package.
Schools and registered training providers in towns across Western NSW, including Eugowra, Forbes, Canowindra, Condobolin and Moree, will have access to a range of benefits from Term 1, 2023 with a focus on helping with the cost of living for families and getting students back into the classroom.
Staunch Forbes supporter Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said it is critical that ongoing support is provided to communities impacted by flooding events.
“As a former teacher, I know how important it is to provide continued wellbeing support to our students, staff and parents, especially after everything they’ve been through,” Mr Toole said.
Minister for Education and Early Learning Sarah Mitchell said financial assistance includes a $500 Education Hardship grant per student in highly impacted public schools, access to a $1,000 Emergency Grant Payment for public school staff, and targeted learning support for students.