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Boisdale Primary students get civic education session from Darren Chester ahead of parliament return
Federal MP Darren Chester prepared for Spring Session with civics and citizenship class at Boisdale Consolidated Primary School. Discussed politics and government with students, pictured with the school leadership team.
Federal Parliament is returning for the Spring Session and Local MP Darren Chester had some early 'training' thanks to the students at Boisdale Consolidated Primary School. The Member for Gippsland hosted a class on civics and citizenship and answered the students' questions about life in politics and how governments operate in Australia.
The school leadership team (from left) Joey Tucker, Logan Rickard, Riley Gray and Molly Gibson
Engaging visit to the school
Mr Chester said, "Recently I had a fabulous time catching up with the students at Boisdale Consolidated Primary School. We discussed the three levels of government and the process of lawmaking in Australia. The school's vibrant rural setting, hosting over 200 students, provided a terrific backdrop for our insightful conversation."
"The students had plenty of intriguing questions about politics and how the community can collaborate to achieve positive outcomes. A massive thanks to the teaching staff for inviting me, and congratulations on nurturing our next generation of young leaders!" Mr Chester said.
Pictures from Darren Chester MP website.
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