Nationals make promises about Gwydir Childcare ahead of election 

The Nationals have made promises about early childhood education and care (ECEC) in Moree Plains Shire, ahead of a yet to be called Federal Election. 

Nationals Leader David Littleproud announced that a future Nationals Government will invest $700,000 towards the Gwydir Childcare Expansion, to accommodate up to 40 extra babies and toddlers.

“This funding will allow the centre to expand its capacity and give Moree parents the extra childcare places they need,” he said. 

A future Nationals Government will also invest $87,321.20 towards the Mungindi Childcare completion, to install fencing and a fire system, a gazebo with privacy screens, and shade cover for the under 2-year-old playground area.

“Childcare is needed in Mungindi to provide early childhood education and give our children the best opportunity to develop,” Nationals’ candidate for Parkes, Jamie Chaffey, said.

“By helping to provide childcare for those from birth to five years of age we will unlock opportunities and possibilities for those who need it most.”

Moree Plains Shire Mayor Cr Susannah Pearse said the council is ‘very grateful’ for the promise of more investment in childcare.

“This injection of funds will allow us to cater for up to 40 additional birth to three-year-olds at Gwydir Daycare and complete outdoor works at Mungindi,” Cr Pearse said.

“Access to childcare remains a significant limiting factor for local women returning to the workforce and for skilled workers looking to move to our Shire. Investment in childcare is an investment in our Shire’s future.”