Rockhampton Region Mayor Margaret Strelow is calling for the ALP to make a clear commitment to a high school for Gracemere in the next term of government.
Mayor Strelow said great commitments have already been made by every other candidate, with the exception of the ALP and two minor parties – Greens and Legalise Cannabis Queensland.
“This is not about in any way damaging the Rockhampton High School, it is about giving the people of Gracemere something they’ve been promised for decades.
“Surely somebody can come up with a model that allows a dozen teachers to travel and work across two school campuses in Gracemere and Rockhampton, rather than have around 500 students commute every day.
“We are asking the remaining candidates to commit, so that whichever party forms the next government we can be sure that a high school will be built within four years.
“We are delighted this has vocal support from Katter Australia Party candidate Christian Shepherd, One Nation candidate Torin O’Brien and Liberal National Party candidate Tony Hopkins. We have also seen support from NQ First Leader Jason Costigan.
“The Queensland Government already owns land in Lucas Street designated for the purpose and it is something that the independent Schools Planning Committee has recognised a need for in the very near future.
“This is not something that we are asking for on a whim, we have done our homework and the Gracemere community has passionately advocated for this school.
“It is well and truly time for the Queensland Government to deliver this high school.
“At the State election on October 31, the Rockhampton Region needs to use its vote wisely, and voters deserve to know which candidates make the grade.”
