Community
17 September, 2025
Cloncurry early learning centre to benefit from partnership
The Cloncurry Shire Council has teamed up with Evolution Mining to help fund the upgrade.
Cloncurry Shire Council has partnered with Evolution Mining to support the Curry Kids Early Learning Centre upgrade project, a transformative initiative that will increase access to early childhood education in Cloncurry.
With a $500,000 contribution to Cloncurry Shire Council over two years, the mining company's investment – alongside funding from the state and federal Governments and the council – will help deliver a purpose-built early learning facility designed to meet the growing needs of families in the Cloncurry region.
The new centre will provide capacity for up to 109 children across various age groups, helping to ease waitlists and enable more families to live, work, and thrive in Cloncurry.
"It’s through genuine partnerships such as these, founded on shared values between council and local businesses, that we can drive positive change and investment to our people," Cloncurry mayor Greg Campbell said.
"This new childcare facility will double Cloncurry’s capacity, allowing the community to grow and develop by supporting recruitment for industries across sectors such as government, mining, agriculture and more.
"We thank Evolution Mining for coming on board to back Cloncurry’s future."
Evolution's Ernest Henry operations general manager Jason Floyd said the partnership reflected the company's commitment to creating long-term, positive impacts in the communities where it operates, partnering with local organisations and government.
The partnership offers many benefits, with families better supported through improved access to early childhood education. The investment in local infrastructure and provision of vital community services create long-term shared value through local employment, procurement and regional development.
“This is an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Cloncurry region. At Evolution, we aim to leave a positive legacy beyond the life of our operations," Mr Floyd said.
"Supporting the Curry Kids Early Learning Centre Upgrade Project is a vital investment in local infrastructure, family wellbeing, and long-term community development. It reflects our aspiration to support vibrant communities and create shared value for our stakeholders and people.
"We’re proud to have our name associated with such an important local facility.”
