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25.01.2022 Whether or not you yourself have relied on medical care before, most of us know someone who has. And of course we want the best care for the people we love. ACT Labor will provide better healthcare, where and when you and your family need it.... Labor is undertaking the largest expansion of the Canberra Hospital in the ACT’s history, providing more elective and emergency surgeries more beds in our maternity wards more support for people suffering a mental illness a bigger and better emergency department Nurse led walk-in centres have been there when we needed them most, providing vital testing for COVID-19. A re-elected Labor government will provide even more healthcare services at nurse-led walk in centres, taking pressure off emergency departments and delivering free, accessible public healthcare in our town centres. For the announcements ACT Labor has made so far, head to https://www.actlabor.org.au/act-election/policies/

24.01.2022 Every child will have access to a great education under ACT Labor. Here’s a recap of what ACT Labor will do if re-elected to make sure our public education system remains one of the best in the country: Every three year old in Canberra will have access to one day a week of free early learning... More than 400 teachers and support staff will be hired for ACT public schools 25 teacher librarians will be trained and brought onboard as qualified professionals 25 more youth and social workers will be hired for ACT public schools 50 young Canberrans would be supported to take an extra year to complete college so they can start early training for a recognised qualification or trade. A free breakfast and lunch program in 5 schools will be trialled People with disabilities will be consulted to create a future of education where students with disabilities are included in a way that suits them and their families Families will be able to access a fund to help make sure their child can participate in activities like sports, excursions, music lessons or anything they need support with A gender equality in schools initiative will be implemented to provide a whole-school approach to respectful relationships education and prevent domestic and family violence by creative a culture of gender equality in schools Local Aboriginal language and culture will begin to be embedded into the public school system We will continue our significant program of work to upgrade school buildings and facilities We will accelerate the removal of hazardous materials from school buildings A new, zero emissions primary school will be built in Strathnairn A new, zero emissions high school will be built in Taylor A new, zero emissions primary school will be built in North Gungahlin We’ll create more places for college students in Canberra’s North We will upgrade and expand Narrabundah College We’ll start planning work for new schools in West Belconnen We’ll Start planning work for new and expanded schools in Woden and Molonglo Non-government schools will have access to low-interest loans to help them invest in sustainable upgrades to their school facilities We’ll provide grant funding to non-government schools for further infrastructure upgrades And more You can find all of ACT Labor’s announcements made so far at https://www.actlabor.org.au/act-election/policies/ Only ACT Labor has the experience to support students, teachers and school staff, and families.

24.01.2022 I will always support people who need it most. And will continue to provide good, secure jobs for Canberrans.

24.01.2022 A re-elected Labor Government will build a new primary school in Strathnairn, West Belconnen. Construction for a new zero emissions primary school in Strathnairn with capacity for around 600 students will begin in the first half of the next term if Labor is elected and this is expected to cost approximately $45million. The new school will also feature an onsite Early Learning School to ensure Canberra families have access to early learning and preschool.... The ACT has the best public school education system in the country. ACT Labor will make sure that all children have a place at a great local public school.

22.01.2022 Congratulations! Dickson College’s Sebastian Connor was named 2020 Australian School-based Apprentice of the Year! Seb is a tertiary student who has found a way to balance his Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and a Tertiary package at school.... Well done Seb! https://www.australiantrainingawards.gov.au//sebastian-con

22.01.2022 Here he is just your everyday awesome music teacher at Palmerston District Primary School in the ACT. The amazing CJ who has been nominated for an ARIA no less. Apparently he now has a close and personal relationship with none other than Barnsey himself which is very cool.... And now it’s up to us to vote. Let’s get Canberra on the grid folks. It’s time to vote here. https://www.aria.com.au/vote

20.01.2022 During and after crises and disasters the risk of domestic and family violence increases. That's why the ACT Government: Invested $3 million in community funding, which included $1.7 million to support people facing homelessness or domestic and family violence during the pandemic.... Developed a Community Support package to provide immediate financial support for community providers. $550,000 was allocated to respond to increased demand for domestic and family violence and sexual assault services and provide emergency accommodation to women, children and families experiencing violence. Provided accommodation and homelessness funding. $832,000 for both emergency and long-term accommodation for men, women and children. This funded Mackillop House and increased OneLink's capacity. Created the Provider Support Fund- $1 million in grant funding to support community service organisations adopt innovative ways to conduct essential business so providers could continue operations remotely. https://www.yvetteberry.com.au//2020-safer-families-state/ #16daysofactivism2020

19.01.2022 This year, Namadgi School walked away with TWO awards from the Public Education Awards. Congratulations to both Gareth Richards, who was jointly awarded School Leader of the Year, and Dr Roisin Boadle who was awarded Secondary Teacher of the Year. Dr Boadle has pioneered STEM electives and actively identified, encouraged and supported girls in particular, to study in this area and in her role as a 9/10 Year Co-ordinator Dr Boadle has supported many students to improve their... wellbeing. Gareth is an exceptional school leader who works hard to make sure the experience of the staff, students and families at Namadgi is as positive, supportive and successful as possible. When the pandemic closed in, Gareth led the teaching team to deliver outstanding remote learning options from the first day. His own No assembly Friday videos brought humour, joy and hope in what was a difficult time for many and ensured the school community remained connected. Thank you to you both!

18.01.2022 Every child has a story. Children start life in vastly different places, with different backgrounds and circumstances affecting their chance at a good life. ACT Labor hears these stories and embraces diversity in our community. We see the greater challenges some children take on and the greater barriers some children face.... And we commit to an education system that levels all of this out because every child deserves a great education and the life chances that flow from it. Today ACT Labor commits to continuing to deliver a Future of Education in government that improves access to education. We will trial meals in public schools through free breakfast and lunch, three days a week for students at five public schools, prioritising schools that will most benefit introduce by the end of the term a new team of 25 youth and social workers who will support wellbeing in our public schools work with people with disabilities to create a future of education where students with disabilities are included in a way that suits them and their families, including by looking at the facilities that support inclusion in both mainstream and specialist settings implement a gender equality in schools initiative continue the Safe and Inclusive Schools Initiative that supports gender and sexual diversity in schools provide funding to work towards embedding local Aboriginal language and culture into the public school system. Under an ACT Labor Government our school education system will respond to the needs of each individual. Because educational equity is key to achieving a fairer, more equal society free from disadvantage arising from economic, social, cultural or other causes. Under an ACT Labor Government every child will be supported to reach their potential, to broaden their horizons and succeed.

16.01.2022 This year has been different. And voting in this years ACT election will be different too. First, if you are voting in the electorate of Ginninderra you can download my how to vote to your phone.... Second, you can take it with you to a polling place because this year everyone is being encouraged to vote early - starting from today. Finally, please share this post around with your friends. I’ve popped a list of all the polling places on the link below. Thank you everyone and keep staying COVID safe. https://bit.ly/3i8UwPA

16.01.2022 Yaaaassss you did it! Go Raiders

15.01.2022 This is a team effort. Ending violence against women starts with gender equality. Sport can be a vehicle for empowerment and change and that’s why we’re working with sporting organisations around Canberra to have better gender balance on their boards.... #16DaysofActivism

15.01.2022 When ACT Labor promised and delivered free chromebooks to every ACT public school secondary student I know what a difference it made ensuring every child had equal access to great technology based education. ACT Labor is committed to providing all students and their families, no matter their background, with the best possible start when it comes to their education. A re-elected Labor Government will commit to a $12 million Future of Education Equity Grants program that will ...support families who don’t always get the same equal chance in our school system with their educational expenses. The grants can include things like school uniforms, school excursions, sport equipment and activities and music lessons. Eligible Canberra families will be able to apply for $400 for preschool children, $500 for primary school children and $750 for high school and college students. The ACT Labor Government’s Future of Education Strategy recognised that our priority in school education must be equity. Now more than ever, Canberrans need a Government that cares and is committed to supporting everyone in our community through the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. A re-elected ACT Labor Government will make sure that no child is left behind in our schools.

15.01.2022 It takes the whole community to stop gender-based violence. If we create respect in the workplace, in schools, and across the community, we can put an end to attitudes that cause violence. Hear from local Culturally and Linguistically Diverse youth sharing their insights about domestic and family violence.... #16DaysofActivism

14.01.2022 The ACT is leading the nation in action on climate change. ACT Labor will keep doing the heavy lifting if re-elected with a Big Canberra Battery. ACT Labor’s Big Canberra Battery will deliver at least 250MW of battery storage that’s bigger than SA’s Hornsdale Battery! ... This battery will lower electricity prices and provide a more stable and resilient power grid. ACT Labor will also support more Canberra households to install solar through our $150 million zero-interest loan scheme. And low interest loans for non-government schools to make sustainability upgrades to their buildings such as solar. The ACT Labor Government already ensured that all public schools have solar panels and are trialling batteries at two schools - Margaret Hendry and Caroline Chisholm. All of this will mean Canberra will produce plenty of renewable energy to be stored and used when Canberrans need it. This five year $100 million commitment, along with Labor’s Sustainable Household, Sustainable Education Loan Schemes and significant investment in sustainable public infrastructure like schools will ensure that the ACT continues to lead the nation in action on climate change. And these projects will create many good, local enviro jobs.

13.01.2022 Gungahlin is one of the fastest growing regions in the country and more families are choosing public education. ACT Labor will make sure that there is a place for all of these children at a great local public school. A re-elected ACT Labor will build more new schools in Gungahlin and create more space for college students ... This includes: A new high school in Taylor to begin construction in 2022-23 A new primary school in North Gungahlin to begin construction in the next term of government As well as increasing capacity to college students in Gungahlin. A re-elected Labor Government will work with school communities at Gungahlin College and Dickson College on these plans. ACT Labor is also committed to doing the heavy lifting when it comes to action on climate change and as we have done in Government, the new primary school and high school will be zero emissions. ACT Labor will make sure that new schools are built as they are needed to make sure that every child has a place a great local public school.

13.01.2022 Today is National Dogs in Politics Day. I don’t know where I’d be right now without my pawsome friend Cassie. My best mate ever.

10.01.2022 I love getting out to Canberra’s green spaces and getting out to weekend sports with my family, and there are always so many people out doing the same. Sportsgrounds, like schools, really become community hubs, a place where people can come together to cheer on the players and enjoy a fundraising barbie. Under an ACT Labor Government, the Molonglo Valley will see new sportsgrounds at Stromlo Forest Park.... The facility will include at least two playing fields, training lights, a pavilion and parking. To make sure infrastructure keeps up with this fast-growing area, ACT Labor will also: Work with the community to build a new library and community centre Build the John Gorton Drive bridge over the Molonglo River that will accommodate public transport and shared paths Expand public healthcare with a new walk in centre These are on top of the work already commenced for: a fire and ambulance station the Molonglo Commercial Centre the new school primary school set to open in 2021 the high school set to open in 2023

09.01.2022 There has been one new case of COVID-19 in Canberra today. A case of COVID-19 has been detected in the ACT related to the government-facilitated flight that arrived on 26 November. The new case is a woman in her 20s. She is being supported by ACT Health.... She originally tested positive for COVID-19 a month ago, whilst overseas and experiencing symptoms compatible with COVID-19 illness. She has since recovered from her acute illness. She returned a low positive result during routine testing on day one of mandatory quarantine. We believe this represents her old overseas-acquired infection. She is not considered infectious and contract tracing will not be required. No other COVID-19 positive tests have been reported from returned Australians from the government-facilitated flight on 26 November. The risk to hotel and government staff at the hotel from this case is deemed extremely low. Apart from stringent PPE and infection control processes, the ACT has instituted new measures to screen staff daily and conduct testing every seven days through a symptom surveillance program. ‘SCan: safeguarding Canberrans’ aims to detect any COVID-19 cases entering the ACT as early as possible and will help prevent any wider spread of the virus into the ACT community. Continue to: Stay 1.5 metres apart from others Wash/sanitise hands often Cover your cough with a tissue or the inside of your elbow Clean frequently touched surfaces Get tested if you have COVID-19 symptoms no matter how mild Stay home if you're unwell Download the COVIDSafe app www.covidsafe.gov.au and Check In CBR app www.covid19.act.gov.au/check-in-cbr For more information, visit www.covid19.act.gov.au

09.01.2022 Thank you Last night in the juggle to get snacks (and more snacks) for teenage girls having a sleep over, and while I was rushing to get to the Press Club in Barton for the Leaders debate, I dropped my credit card in the car park. Argh A massive thank you to whoever it was that handed it in.... And a huge virtual hug and thanks to the lovely Jane and all the crew at Dunlop Woolworths for keeping it safe for me

08.01.2022 ACT Labor supports young people to follow their dreams and achieve their aspirations. Providing pathways into work that inspires and excites them is so important, whether that’s through a university qualification, trade or other qualification. ACT Labor will pilot a program called Headstart for year 12 students from public schools to complete an apprenticeship.... 50 young Canberrans would be supported to take an extra year to complete college so they can start early training for a recognised qualification or trade. Apprenticeships develop the next generation of people who will provide important services to the community, particularly in building and construction, but other areas as well, as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s also important that young women have opportunities to get into non-traditional roles and this will be one way to encourage them to give it a go. The life outcomes of a student is the whole point of school and the education system. ACT Labor is committed to making sure that students have the skills that will help them succeed and achieve their dreams when they leave school.

07.01.2022 Florey residents have been busting for this one! You’ll get a new loo. A brand new toilet for Florey shops. Upgrades at Macquarie and Evatt shops as well.... A re-elected Labor Government will continue to invest in local shopping centre precinct upgrades over the next four years, supporting local jobs and local businesses. This will include upgrades at shops in Campbell, Narrabundah, Kaleen South, Duffy, Evatt, Macquarie, Monash, Calwell, Lanyon and Cooleman court. Upgrades will range from landscaping, footpath renewal and mobility upgrades, new seating, new bins and improved waste management. In addition to this, we will also upgrade public bathrooms at local shops in Lyneham and Colbee Court. The investment will also create and protect local jobs as part of our plan is to protect and create more than 250,000 local jobs by 2025. If re-elected, work is expected to commence on Campbell, Kaleen and Duffy with priority as feasibility studies on these sites were completed by ACT Labor in government. The remaining upgrades to be delivered by 2024-25. This commitment includes a large investment in Pialligo to upgrade roads, pedestrian infrastructure and parking to support the thriving commercial and industrial area.

06.01.2022 Susan really did lay the foundations for women in politics and women everywhere. Vale Susan

06.01.2022 I have such great memories from when my kids were little going for a walk with the dog to the playgrounds around our house. If re-elected ACT Labor will continue to improve playgrounds around town and build a new destination playground in the Inner North. Six suburbs that will get upgrades are:... Kaleen Ngunnawal Chisholm Gordon Lyons Aranda The work will be different across each of the playgrounds such as upgrading what is there or adding new fun stuff like a nature play, climbing structures and bike pump tracks. For the announcements ACT Labor has made so far, head to https://www.actlabor.org.au/act-election/policies/

04.01.2022 As Canberra grows, ACT Labor will make sure that our schools grow with it. A re-elected Labor Government will make sure that families in the growing regions of Canberra’s Inner South and the Woden Valley will continue to have access to sustainable, new and expanded schools, creating hundreds of new jobs. This will include a $33million stage one renewal of Narrabundah College with upgrades to old buildings and replacing the temporary transportable classrooms with permanent m...odern and energy efficient classrooms. ACT Labor has the experience to plan ahead, with the new school in Molonglo, Evelyn Scott School, set to open its doors at the start of 2021. As we have done in Government, all new public schools will be carbon emissions free. ACT Labor will do the heavy lifting when it comes to taking action on climate change.

04.01.2022 Canberrans really love our sport. Sport plays such a big role in our lives, whether it’s taking the kids to training during the week, making a day of a weekend game, or just having a play with the family in the backyard. Having the highest participation in sport and recreation in the country says it all. ... ACT Labor has a strong record of upgrading and building facilities to keep up with growing sports and if re-elected we will keep going to make sure everyone has an opportunity to participate. If re-elected, ACT Labor will: Allocate $17 million towards upgrades to existing sportsgrounds around Canberra with additional lights, pavilion upgrades, irrigation upgrades and other amenities. (Some examples included at the end of this post) undertake major improvements to the Woden Valley Enclosed Oval (known as Phillip Enclosed Oval), including a new pavilion, upgraded grandstand and lights and additional parking with a $7.5 million investment. invest $7.5 million to re-surface Canberra’s netball facilities, including works to prevent future water damage and cracking of the surface. invest $1.5 million to continue upgrading pavilions in line with female friendly guidelines. Trial new technologies to reduce the amount of water needed to keep Sportsgrounds lush and green allocate up to $1.7 million for a permanent home for dragon boating, with a preferred location in Grevillea Park, where a proposed new facility will provide a boat house, boat store and spectator space. construct a new Gungahlin tennis facility, in partnership with Tennis ACT, which aims to include 10-12 full sized courts, hot shots courts, a hitting wall, LED flood lighting, parking and a pavilion. Build the first stage of district playing fields in Stromlo, including at least two playing fields, training lights, a pavilion and parking infrastructure. *** Examples of some of the upgrades to Sportsgrounds include: Lighting and irrigation upgrades at Amaroo District Playing Fields Parking enhancements, lighting, facilities and irrigation system improvements at Ngunnawal Neighbourhood Oval Major improvements to lighting, facilities and parking at Hawker District Playing Fields Amenity upgrades at Holt District Playing Fields Lighting upgrades at Mawson District Playing Fields Lighting and facilities upgrades at Kambah District Playing Fields Amenity upgrades at Greenway Oval Lighting upgrades at Watson Neighbourhood Oval Amenity upgrades at Kingston Oval And more

01.01.2022 ACT Labor wants to make sure that Government does the heavy lifting when it comes to action on climate change. That’s why, under a Labor Government non-government schools in the ACT will be eligible for low-interest loans to invest in sustainable upgrades to their school facilities. Non-Government schools will be able to access up to $125,000 for investments such as solar panels, battery storage systems and hot water heat pumps. ... This of course will also reduce power bills and create local jobs. By extending a low interest scheme to non-Government schools, a re-elected Labor government will be able to create even more local jobs as part of our plan to grow the Territory’s employment base to 250,000 local jobs by 2025. If re-elected, ACT Labor will continue providing $15 million for further school infrastructure grants at non-government schools. Every student should have access to great school facilities. A re-elected Labor Government will also offer grants to non-government schools parent associations to help them engage with their community. As well as allocate three blocks of land across the ACT for the construction of new non-government schools. ACT Labor is committed to improving the accessibility and quality of ALL school facilities for Canberra’s children. Thank you Burgmann Anglican School student leaders for hosting Andrew and I for this important announcement today. I can see how proud you are of your school and community and your enthusiasm about taking action on climate change is really inspiring. It was great to spend some time with you all.