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12 May, 2024
Miles government provides additional support for Queensland parents’ groups
The Miles Government is continuing its support for Queensland families, with four key parents’ organisations receiving an additional $400,000 in funding to help ease the financial pressures many families face.
The Miles Government is continuing its support for Queensland families, with four key parents’ organisations receiving an additional $400,000 in funding to help ease the financial pressures many families face.
The organisations, known for their strong traditions of volunteering, fundraising, and supporting local school communities, will use the funds to continue their work in providing equitable opportunities for students across Queensland.
The Miles Labor Government has praised these organisations for their collaboration with schools, helping to create thriving educational environments for all students.
“Queensland parents, particularly mums, dads, and carers, play a vital role in strengthening school communities, and we will always support schools and the organisations that back them,” said Minister for Education Di Farmer.
In addition to the funding boost, the government has introduced a suite of measures to support women, especially on Mother’s Day. These include the $1 billion Queensland Women and Girls’ Health Strategy, significant funding for reproductive health treatments, and initiatives aimed at improving women’s safety.
These measures include:
$42 million for reproductive treatments such as IVF for people experiencing medical conditions like cancer.
Ten days of reproductive health leave for public sector workers.
More than $18 million for endometriosis services.
$31 million for the Respiratory Syncytial Virus immunisation program for babies.
A new publicly funded homebirth service on the Sunshine Coast.
The government has also prioritised safety with reforms like making coercive control a criminal offence and introducing affirmative consent laws. This is in stark contrast to the LNP, which cut funding for domestic violence and reproductive health services.
Quotes from the key stakeholders emphasised the importance of parent-school partnerships. Wendy Henning, President of the Isolated Children’s Parent’s Association Queensland, said the funding will allow them to continue advocating for equitable education opportunities for geographically isolated students. P&Cs Queensland Chair Donagh Freestun also expressed gratitude, noting the funding will help them support state schools in providing every child with the best education possible.
The government’s ongoing efforts aim to ensure that Queensland’s families and children receive the support they need to thrive.
