COALITION TO TRIPLE LONG DAY CARE PLACES IN EUGOWRA

A Coalition Government will triple capacity at the new Eugowra Children’s Community

Centre in long day care, increasing available places for 0-5 year-olds from 15 children

to 45 children.

Leader of The Nationals David Littleproud said the Coalition would deliver $1 million

to fully fund the long day care component of the new Eugowra Children’s Community

Centre, ensuring local families have childcare availability and well as affordability.

“This exciting announcement is about making sure Eugowra families - who’ve already

been through so much - can access quality childcare close to home,” Mr Littleproud

said.

“We know regional childcare isn’t just about affordability but availability. Increasing

placements to an extra 30 children in long day care is significant and will help many

families in Eugowra.

“Early education is critical and this investment will also support mums and dads to get

back to work, rebuild and plan for the future.”

The new facility will replace the temporary modular building that’s been in use since

the devastating 2022 floods and marks a major step forward in Eugowra’s recovery.

The Nationals candidate for Calare Sam Farraway said the announcement was a huge

win for local families.

“I’m proud to announce that the final million dollars has been secured to fully fund the

long day care component of the new Eugowra Children’s Centre,” Mr Farraway said.

“After everything Eugowra has faced, this centre is about more than bricks and

mortar—it’s about giving local parents, especially women, the support they need to

get back on their feet.

“Access to childcare shouldn’t be a barrier for any family. This investment will mean

Eugowra’s youngest residents have a safe, modern place to learn and grow, while

giving local parents the chance to work, study and contribute to their community.”

Mr Farraway said the Coalition understands that getting Eugowra back on track means

backing families.