The Australian Government is investing $62.5 million over three years in the Local Schools Working Together (LSWT) pilot program (the Program). The aim of the Program is to fund approximately 25 projects displaying innovative collaborations between schools and other partners to address shared infrastructure needs that are not met by existing facilities.
It is envisaged that both government and non-government schools working in partnership could be the recipients of funding under this Program. Other partners with which schools could engage include local government authorities, businesses and community organisations. Projects may include, but need not be limited to, infrastructure facilities such as gymnasiums, performing arts centres, libraries, and facilities for teaching language, science or music.
As a pilot program, LSWT will be subject to formal review and monitoring. The focus of the review will be to identify key lessons that can shape the future policy direction on infrastructure funding. With this in mind, the Government welcomes suggestions for projects that may not have been considered in the past.
Applications for the first funding round will open on 1 September and close on 21 October 2008.
Would you like to know more?
Before deciding whether to proceed with application planning, prospective applicants should read and understand the Program Guidelines 
(370.0 KB) and seek the advice of the relevant state or territory liaison officer.