General News
15 June, 2025
Kindergartens get green light for upgrade
TWO kindergartens will upgrade their facilities, with support given by Tablelands Regional Council for the projects.
Malanda Community Kindergarten put forward two requests – to be funded by Childcare and Kindergarten – which involve the renewal of the existing bathroom facilities at a cost of $42,075, and the installation of a shade sail over the playground at a cost of $11,707.
A report to council stated that the bathroom upgrade was necessary to modernise the aging infrastructure and address a critical need for improved privacy by installing doors on toilet cubicles.
“These enhancements have been described as essential for meeting regulatory standards and for supporting the dignity and wellbeing of the children,” the report stated.
The installation of a large shade sail would provide children with essential sun protection when they are using the recently installed swing set in the outdoor play area.
Yungaburra Community Kindergarten was also given the green light to renew their flooring at their leased premises in Elm Street.
The kindy is planning to secure funding through grants for the project and wanted the council’s support to strengthen its funding applications.
A report to council advised that the current flooring at the kindergarten, which has 36 children enrolled and a further 30 children using it as an outside school hours care program, had reached the end of its useful life.
“It is heavily marked, scratched, and torn in several areas, which not only detracts from the appearance of the facility but also has potential to pose safety and maintenance concerns,” the report stated.
“Given the high-traffic and active nature of the kindergarten environment, the existing flooring no longer meets the practical needs of staff and children.
“Renewing the flooring will create a safer, more engaging learning environment, improve hygiene, and ensure ease of maintenance and long-term durability.”
The estimated cost of the project is $19,292.
