Budget 2023–24
Paul MERCURIO (Hastings) (13:23): On another matter, I had the great honour of talking to the principals from Somerville Primary School and Somers Primary School to let them know that in the 2023–24 budget each of them was allocated $1 million to cover their double basketball courts. Needless to say, they were very excited about this, and it means that the kids can now be out there on the courts in rain, hail or shine.
Also in the budget was $990,000 to upgrade the French Island boat ramp, which will be a game changer. I am very proud to have a seat on the table of the sitting government, getting things done.