Thank you for your support and assistance through the last busy month. There are currently over 1,500 supporters and together we are continuing to drive the goal of an open entry state secondary school for Coburg and surrounding areas.
New numbers show need for school
The good news is that last week the Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) released new population projections for Melbourne which support Moreland City Council's (MCC) own forecasts.
Both sets of numbers show most growth in the suburb of Coburg. Both are at odds with the Northern Region Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) projections which show growth mainly in the north of Moreland and much less over all.
Once more we see valid population projections supporting the need for a High School for Coburg. Where are the plans for one?
In the last week, the Government has been seen negotiating to build a school in a new housing development in Alphington. The same happened in Maribyrnong earlier this year.
Coburg demands the same planning and respect for our children. Email the Minister for Education, Bronwyn Pike and tell her what you think - bronwyn.pike@parliament.vic.gov.au
Meeting with DEECD and Christine Campbell
HSC attended the first of a series of meetings with Northern Region DEECD, Christine Campbell MP, school Principals and Moreland City Council.
Christine reiterated her call for Year 7 intake in 2011 at the Coburg Senior High School.
Everyone present also explained the level of public demand for a high school and the high numbers of families leaving or considering leaving the area (or have left already) because there is no school.
To help reinforce that case to the Department of Education:
• If you are in this situation (or know someone who is) and are willing to have your details recorded, please email us at – highschool4coburg@gmail.com
• Please fill in our online survey by the end of the September school holidays. We are getting very strong results but the more the better!
Coburg misses out on spending on secondary schools
In the Moreland Leader was mention of huge spending planned for Box Forest and Fawkner secondary schools including new subsidised uniforms. There is also a push for spending at Brunswick Secondary College to cater for more students.
This contrasts starkly with NO planning or spending on secondary education in Coburg.
Make your voice heard on this important issue. Email the Minister for Education, Bronwyn Pike and tell her we deserve better - bronwyn.pike@parliament.vic.gov.au
Also let your local member know how you feel and make sure we get a local high school:
Christine Campbell, Member for Pascoe Vale - christine.campbell@parliament.vic.gov.au
Carlo Carli, Member for Brunswick - carlo.carli@parliament.vic.gov.au
Robin Scott, Member for Preston - robin.scott@parliament.vic.gov.au
This contrasts starkly with NO planning or spending on secondary education in Coburg.
Make your voice heard on this important issue. Email the Minister for Education, Bronwyn Pike and tell her we deserve better - bronwyn.pike@parliament.vic.gov.au
Also let your local member know how you feel and make sure we get a local high school:
Christine Campbell, Member for Pascoe Vale - christine.campbell@parliament.vic.gov.au
Carlo Carli, Member for Brunswick - carlo.carli@parliament.vic.gov.au
Robin Scott, Member for Preston - robin.scott@parliament.vic.gov.au
Email us: highschool4coburg@gmail.com
Call us:
Denis Matson JP: 0419 747 748
Cate Hall: 9354 3053
Morena Milani: 9025 0839
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