One of 13 schools

Empire Bay Public School is the only local school among 13 schools in the Gosford electorate to receive funding for improvements to the school.

Funding of $308, 406 was announced by Minister for the Central Coast, Mr John Della Bosca, on Friday, March 12.

Empire Bay Public school is to receive $1303 for roof repairs.

"Deputy Premier and Minister tor Education and Training, Dr Andrew Refshauge, has advised me this funding is part of the $15.6 million Replacement Works Program for 2003-2004;" Mr Della Bosca said.

"It is the third stage of the Replacement Works Program and will be used to continue enhancing facilities in NSW public schools."

Press release, March 12