Excitement was palpable in Mackay last week, with the Wiggles performing at the MECC, as part of their national The Wiggles’ Wiggly Big Day Out Tour. During the show, there was a special message, supporting the upcoming free kindy for 2024.
A partnership between the Queensland Government and The Wiggles, the advertising campaign showcased the free kindy initiative, beginning January 1, 2024 for eligible families.
It is estimated that 64,000 children will benefit from this initiative, and have access to quality early education program in the year before Prep, for 15 hours a week, 40 weeks a year.
Member for Mackay Julieanne Gilbert was excited to spread the message in Mackay alongside The Wiggles.
"Free kindy is a huge investment and historic reform from the Queensland Government which will see local Mackay families saving up to $4,600 per year,” she explained.
"It's important that Queensland families know kindy will be free, inclusive and accessible from the start of next year, so that every child can get a strong start to their learning."
"Who better to help us share this fantastic message, than Australian children's musical icons — The Wiggles?
"It's terrific to have The Wiggles on board to share this important message and inspire audiences to enrol in free kindy from 2024."
One lucky local family was also given the opportunity to meet The Wiggles in Mackay.
Families can learn more about kindy and use the Free Kindy Finder online tool to search for a free kindy location by searching 'Free Kindy Queensland.'
To find your local approved and free kindergarten, search 'Free Kindy Queensland' or visit www.qld.gov.au/FreeKindy
Member for Mackay Julieanne Gilbert was at the MECC to help The Wiggles spread the message of ‘free kindy’ beginning in 2024
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