Trinity Catholic College's newly upgraded $5.1 million Technical and Applied Studies facility was officially opened today by Page Federal MP Kevin Hogan.

The Federal Government kicked in $1.6 million for the project through the Capital Grants Program with the school funding the remainder.

The refurbished and expanded Technical and Applied Studies facilities will offer courses including wood work, metal work, engineering and jewellery.

“We invested $1.6 million in this wonderful new facility to ensure students have the best possible education to set them up for the future,” Mr Hogan said.

“This much-improved facility will help students get the most out of their time at school."

He said the Capital Grants Program provides funding for non-government schools to improve capital infrastructure where they otherwise may not have access to sufficient resources.

“The Government is committed to improving the quality of our school education and ensuring students have access to the resources they need so they are equipped with the skills to succeed in an increasingly competitive world,” Mr Hogan said.

“The Government believes in an education system that puts students first. That’s why in addition to our Capital Grants Program, our record levels of school funding will be allocated according to need and tied to a range of evidence-based initiatives.

“These initiatives will focus on outcomes in literacy, numeracy and STEM subjects, helping lift teacher quality and better preparing our children for life after school.”

Trinity Catholic College Principal Brother John Hilet said the new facility “will provide access to modern workspaces for students.”

“The facility is at the cutting edge of the way technical and applied studies is moving,” Brother Hilet said.