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Getting It Done: Building Next Stage Of William Ruthven Secondary

13 March 2017

Students at William Ruthven Secondary College are a step closer to having the first-rate facilities they deserve thanks to the Andrews Labor Government’s investment in local schools.

Minister for Education, James Merlino and Member for Preston, Robin Scott today visited William Ruthven Secondary College in Reservoir where site preparation work for the $10 million school upgrade is now under way.

The upgrade will give staff and students access to first-rate facilities, including new Year 7-9 and Year 10-12 buildings, and administration facilities.

Kneeler Design Architects designed the school upgrade, with Accuraco Project Management now completing demolition works of old facilities.

The new buildings are expected to be ready in time for the next school year.

There are 42 new schools across Victoria now in the construction pipeline – including 10 new schools that opened this year – and more than 1,000 building projects under way after an unprecedented $1.8 billion Government investment.

To see what is happening in your area visit: www.schoolbuildings.vic.gov.auExternal Link

The school was named in honour of World War I Victoria Cross recipient William Ruthven, whose strong commitment to community service and personal qualities are reflected in the school’s slogan, LEARN – Leadership Excellence Acceptance Respect Now.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Education James Merlino

“We’re investing in William Ruthven Secondary College so local students are properly supported to thrive and learn.”

“This investment will ensure the quality teaching at William Ruthven Secondary College will be matched by a high quality learning environment where students are engaged, stimulated and encouraged to be creative thinkers.”

Quote attributable to Member for Preston Robin Scott

“We’re investing in Melbourne’s north to ensure the more than 400 students get the best start in life and the school facilities they deserve.”

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