The purpose of the Program is to improve workforce participation in Western NSW by expanding or upgrading early childhood education and care services in 3 Local Government Areas of Bourke, Broken Hill and Cobar.
More about Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1
November 2024
What was approved
Approved for Bourke & District Children's Services
This project will deliver additional childcare places at the Gorrell Avenue facility by supporting an additional childcare room, accessible bathrooms, employing an additional teacher, childcare worker and two trainees, and ensuring recruitment, retention and career development of staff.
$1,850,000 was approved by
Minister for Regional NSWDate approved
November 2024Location of the project
BourkeLocation of the recipient
BourkeAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
10
Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1
Agency funding this grant
Department of Primary Industries and Regional DevelopmentProgram term
18 months from execution of funding deed.More about Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1
What was approved
Approved for Bourke & District Children's Services
This project will deliver extensive renovations and enhanced accessibility at Bourke & District’s Oxley Street facility to provide out of school hours places, employ an additional director, education and support worker, and ensure retention and development of staff.
$987,432 was approved by
Minister for Regional NSWDate approved
November 2024Location of the project
BourkeLocation of the recipient
BourkeAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
10
Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1
Agency funding this grant
Department of Primary Industries and Regional DevelopmentProgram term
18 months from execution of funding deed.More about Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1
What was approved
Approved for Busy Kids Child Care
This project will build a new day care classroom with adaptable spaces, doubling current capacity. This facility will support child development, provide essential childcare services, and create a nurturing environment. Expected outcomes include increased access to childcare and new jobs.
$1,453,000 was approved by
Minister for Regional NSWDate approved
November 2024Location of the project
Broken HillLocation of the recipient
Broken HillAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
10
Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1
Agency funding this grant
Department of Primary Industries and Regional DevelopmentProgram term
18 months from execution of funding deed.More about Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1
What was approved
Approved for Cobar Shire Council
This project will upgrade facilities, provide training, attract qualified staff, and aid in retaining existing educators across a range of current services. Expected outcomes are increased childcare placements, improved service delivery, and strengthened workforce capabilities.
$1,317,405 was approved by
Minister for Regional NSWDate approved
November 2024Location of the project
CobarLocation of the recipient
CobarAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
10
Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1
Agency funding this grant
Department of Primary Industries and Regional DevelopmentProgram term
18 months from execution of funding deed.More about Western NSW Workforce Activation Program - Round 1