Grade 5 and 6 students at Bairnsdale Primary School welcomed a special guest during Education Week with the Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester, talking all things civics and citizenship ahead of the cohort’s upcoming trip to the nation’s Capital.
“I spoke to students about Australia’s political system, provided insight into my role as a parliamentarian, and discussed how I work to get things done in our community,” Mr Chester said.
“Bairnsdale Primary School’s senior students had a lot of questions for me, including my journey into politics, achievements, family and friends, my favourite footy team and what kind of infrastructure projects I can advocate for in Bairnsdale to make their town an even better place to live, learn and grow.”
Mr Chester said he always enjoys speaking with young local learners and hearing about issues they are interested in.
“One of the best parts of my job is visiting local schools, speaking with students and helping them understand what their local Member of Parliament does and how I am working to support the community on a daily basis,” Mr Chester said.
“Bairnsdale Primary School’s Grade 5 and 6 students were keen to learn more about how to invoke change and asked some insightful questions about key local issues.
“It’s amazing how much our young Gippslanders care for the region and the issues that could affect them.”
