East Bendigo MP Jacinta Allan said the government pledged $63,120 to upgrade the school's playground last year, which provided an improved outdoor space for Eaglehawk North students to learn and grow.

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"We're making sure that our schools have the best facilities, our classrooms have the best teachers and that every child is given every chance to succeed," she said.

"Local families can now enjoy great new facilities at Eaglehawk North Primary School."

The school was among twelve central Victorian schools to receive funding the minor upgrades last year.

The Victorian Budget 2021/22 invested $20 million in the Minor Capital Works Fund to improve learning spaces as well as the condition and character of schools.

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More than 300 Victorian government schools have been allocated funding to fast-track priority projects under the Minor Capital Works Fund to improve learning environments as well as the condition and character of schools.

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