Valuable Investment in Tanilba Bay Public School Facilities Port Stephens Port Stephens News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - February 16, 2022 TBPS students relaxing in the library STUDENTS at Tanilba Bay Public School have returned in 2022 to find some exciting changes have occurred over the summer break. The Department of Education has invested over $320,000 in an upgrade of the administration block of the school. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au This money was part of a Regional Renewal Program, with the school contributing a little extra. The grant has enabled the school to make significant improvements to the office space, including installation of automatic doors, providing universal access for all students, parents and school visitors. The open and inclusive space creates not only a collaborative environment for the school administration team to work but is more accessible and inviting. A further $80,000 has been invested in a vibrant update to the school library, which has been transformed into a welcoming and relaxing learning space. New shelving, work areas, seating and décor have created a fantastic environment for all Tanilba Bay Public School students. Year six student Elizabeth Hyland shared her view of the new renovations, commenting, “The new library space is so much brighter and comfortable. “We have some great space to sit and read, and the new shelving makes it much easier to find the books we are interested in. “The new front entrance and office space is open, which is good for the team of ladies that work so hard to support our school. “The automatic doors are great and make this important part of the school really easy to access for everyone in our school community.” In addition, the school has made a $20,000 investment to fund a much-needed replacement of hall chairs. When the school is able to open up again for presentations, performances and school meetings, the children, their parents and visitors will now be able to sit in comfort. The school, located adjacent to the stunning Tanilba Bay Foreshore and Tilligerry habitat is now not only beautiful on the outside, but is looking smart on the inside too. By Jane CROCKER Books are now easier to choose from the shelves. The school is accessible for everyone in the community. A bright and open space for the school administration team to work.
