St John's opens school hall

St John the Baptist Primary School has officially opened its new $2.65 million multipurpose hall that was built as part of the Federal Government's Building the Education Revolution funding program.

Member for Robertson Ms Belinda Neal, Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews and Gosford mayor Cr Chris Holstein attended the school's celebration on July 1.

Ms Neal said it was exciting to witness firsthand the impact the Federal Government funding has had on the local school and broader community.

"I am also delighted that this particular project has employed many skilled trades people and apprentices," Ms Neal said.

"This is what we strived to achieve. This is the essence of the Economic Stimulus Plan."

Ms Neal said the local primary school received $2.65 million under the National School Pride and Primary Schools for the 21st Century, elements of the Building the Education Revolution program.

Press release, 2 Jul 2010 Belinda Neal, Member for Robertson