A $124 million second college for Gungahlin won't open until 2029, despite the district growing from 389 to nearly 100,000 residents.
Why it mattersFamilies in Gungahlin face overcrowding and poor learning conditions now, with relief years away. The government knew the population was growing and approved the suburbs anyway.
AustraliaCanberra students and parents in Gungahlin are dealing with overcrowded schools today. The new college delay forces the existing one to stay over capacity for at least three more years.
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