Major milestone for Bourke families as new childcare facilities officially open

Priscila Luschwitz, Tanya Jackson, Stephen Jackson MLC, Patricia Canty, Prue Ritchie, Maxine Mackay, Amanda Bell, Peter Tegg and Nina Derbyshire. Photo: Keren Barker

Story: Kristin Murdock and Chris Reiger

Bourke and District Children’s Services has celebrated a major milestone with the official opening of two upgraded facilities, expanding childcare opportunities and strengthening community services for local families.

The celebrations last Thursday 5 November, marked the official opening of the refurbished After School Care Facility and Community Hub at 48C Oxley Street, followed by the opening of the childcare centre extension at 9A Gorrell Avenue.

Bourke and District Children’s Services General Manager Prue Ritchie said the occasion represented years of planning, advocacy, and community support. […]

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