In the News: Labor claims on Margaret River Senior High School under fire yet again as students go begging

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Written By Bevan Eatts

West Australian 11 July 2025

Summary
WA Labor’s portrayal of conditions at Margaret River Senior High School has come under renewed scrutiny after reports surfaced of students lacking access to basic necessities—such as food and water—during the school day. Critics argue these incidents reflect deeper issues including overcrowding and neglect by the Education Minister, prompting calls from local representatives for urgent action.

Key Points

  • Labor allegedly overstated improvements at Margaret River Senior High; recent reports show students “going begging” for essentials.

  • The school is grappling with overcrowding: over 1,200 students now attend, many taught in transportable buildings due to stalled expansion.

  • The Board Chair and Warren‑Blackwood MLA Bevan Eatts have urged the Education Minister to visit the campus and address these concerns.

  • The situation highlights a broader, seven‑year fight for funding, including campaign pledges from Nationals for $45 million in school expansion.

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