The State Labor Government is continuing its investment in Victorian schools - ensuring every student has access to high-quality, inclusive learning environments that support their educational needs and future opportunities.

Member for Ripon Martha Haylett today announced $18.097 million for Maryborough Education Centre for an upgrade and modernisation project, including a new special needs building for the school's SDS cohort as well as to complete the remaining all-abilities track.

The funding includes $0.664 million allocated in the 2025-26 State Budget to begin planning.

This is part of a $1.6 billion pre-budget education infrastructure package.

Quotes attributable to Member for Ripon Martha Haylett

“This is a big deal for the MEC school community who I have been working with closely for several years now to get this result.”

“The upgrade will mean our local kids with disability and their teachers will have state-of-the-art classrooms and learning spaces.”

“Our country kids deserve modern classrooms to learn in, and I am so proud to be part of a government that is making that happen in Maryborough.”

“The upgrade will also see an all-abilities track built around the school for students. It’ll be great year-round, including for Energy Breakthrough training.”