Sir Peter Blake Marine Education and Recreation Centre

Sir Peter Blake




Sir Peter Blake MERC Disadvantaged Fund


The Disadvantaged Fund is for individuals or groups who would be excluded from coming to Sir Peter Blake MERC because of financial hardship. Sir Peter Blake MERC believes that, given enough notice, schools should be able to raise the majority of the funds to be a part of the MERC experience. 

The Disadvantaged Fund is for those who, despite all the best efforts of their school and their community are still unable to afford to visit MERC.

To apply for the Disadvantaged Fund, groups must send a formal application to the General Manager stating who the subsidy is for, why the subsidy is required and how much is requested.  The request will then be considered by the MERC management and the organisation will be informed of the decision as soon as possible. The application should be made as early as possible to MERC.
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"We all had to work together, plan and accept peoples opinions and views. Awesome instructors. Thanks"

Westmount School.
December 2007
"Very challenging, lots of fun, laughter. Felt great when you achieved your goals. Learnt so much, team work, patience and listening skills"

Mt Albert Primary. January 2008

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