Science upgrade at Woy Woy

Tenders have been called to upgrade science laboratories at Brisbane Water Secondary College Woy Woy Campus, according to Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews.

"State-wide, 800 science labs are being upgraded as part of the State Government's Building Better Schools program, which will deliver $2 billion worth of infrastructure improvements over four years," Ms Andrews said.

"Almost half of all Year 12 students now undertake a science course.

"With improved laboratory facilities, even more students will be encouraged to undertake these disciplines.

"Given there is a predicted shortage of future scientists, it is important we do all we can to encourage students to pursue studies in these subjects.

Press release, 1 Sep 2008 Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford