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South Coast Preschools Face Closures Due to State Funding Cuts

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sun 00:00
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What happened

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Funding changes have forced the closure of several community preschools in the South Coast region. Shoalhaven Community Preschool faces closure after changed state government funding structures resulted in losses of $120,000 in 2027 and $290,000 in 2028, according to director Kate Morris. Additionally, Kiama Community Preschool noted that the cuts mean it cannot continue caring for 15 children with disabilities next year.

From ulladullatimes.com.au

Why it matters

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The closures affect local service capacity and community demand in the South Coast region. These funding changes are tied to the state government's financial structures, impacting local operations in areas like the Municipality of Kiama.

From ulladullatimes.com.au

Who's involved

  • Liza ButlerElected political representative for the South Coast region
  • stateGovernment that changed funding structures for community services
  • Municipality of KiamaLocal government area where service closures are occurring
  • NowraTown where a preschool is facing closure

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • NowraSpeculative

    Nowra could see reduced local demand and economic stability due to the closure of a local service.

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