I write with regard to the story about 3000 new homes planned for Anambah, something required for our city to comply with the state’s imposed Lower Hunter Regional Strategy.
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While there are benefits to our community with growth, I question the government’s inaction in providing for new public schools for these families.
Education Minister Piccoli, when questioned on the issue during the community cabinet in Maitland earlier this year, confirmed that no plans exist for the construction of new schools in Maitland.
With Rutherford Public School, for just one example, currently catering for nearly 900 students, we need action from our government to ensure we are keeping up with the growth they impose on us.
- PHILIP PENFOLD, Independent candidate for Maitland