Learning environments across four schools in the Burdekin are receiving a welcome boost as part of the 2026/2027 State Budget handed down last week.

Member for Burdekin Dale Last said the boost to infrastructure at Brandon State School, East Ayr State School, Jarvisfield State School and Millaroo State School strengthens the future for some of the Burdekin’s youngest residents.

Under the 2026/2027 Crisafulli Budget we are delivering;

• Upgrades to the school oval at Brandon State School

• Additional shade and lighting at Jarvisfield State School

• Upgrades to the multipurpose court at Millaroo State School

• Delivering a new hard shade structure at East Ayr State School

“Our small schools are at the heart of our community, so I am proud to see the Crisafulli Budget delivering for our rural students with the improved learning environments they need to continue to grow and learn,” Mr Last said.

“The investment of more than half a million dollars will see sporting areas upgraded, new shade areas and a boosted tuckshop across the four schools.”

“At the same time we’re providing an increased $150 Back to School Boost and Play On! Sports Vouchers meaning our youngest residents have access to improved learning environments and strengthened opportunities.”

Mr Last said the boost for Burdekin schools reflected the Crisafulli Government’s commitment to help Queensland kids catch up, keep up and stay in school.

“This year’s $23.1 billion Education budget will see a half a billion dollar increase to strengthen the foundations for a fresh start for all Queenslanders,” Mr Last said.

“In conjunction with delivering the infrastructure our schools need, the Crisafulli Government has already delivered 1350 more teachers and teacher aides across the state to help kids catch up, keep up and stay in school.”

“As the Member for Burdekin, I’m proud to work closely with the schools in my electorate to ensure our regional students are afforded the learning environments they need to succeed.”