PRE-SCHOOL FUNDING
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The NSW Government has announced that as of January 1, 2017, $115 million in funding will see a reduction of around 30 per cent in pre-school fees, making a pre-school education more affordable for families.
This boost will deliver the largest single fee reduction in NSW history - fantastic news for families in our electorate, and right across NSW.
Children aged four and five years of age who complete around 15 hours per week will be eligible for the reduced fees, while children from Aboriginal and low income households will see almost all fees removed.
Research tells us that a quality pre-school education for at least 600 hours per year gives children a head start in their learning journey.
This fee reduction strategy will ensure all children in NSW have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a quality early education, wherever they live and whatever their background.
ENTREPRENEURS
A $12 million Boost Program to connect start-ups and small-to-medium-sized businesses with qualified professionals, university resources and technology will assist young business owners across NSW.
The program is about encouraging and supporting young entrepreneurs and boosting business innovation in the cities and regional NSW.
Start-ups are the future of the NSW economy and these partnerships are designed to help create new business ideas, new industries and jobs of the future.
These partnerships will also help build new incubators and adapt existing facilities so businesses and the local community can network, access information and share ideas.
Visit www.industry.nsw.gov.au/
FESTIVAL FUNDING
A call to action for regional event organisers to apply for grants under the NSW Government’s 2017 Flagship Event Fund, with expressions of interest open now.
The fund will offer a one-off annual grant of $20,000 or a triennial grant of $27,500 each year for three years.
Visit http://www.destinationnsw.com.au/rfep