Biala has 117 children enrolled in its programs, which assist children from birth to school age who have development delays and disabilities.

The specially designed room is attached to the main playroom and will allow staff to explore sensory education programs that cover sight and touch. The $35,000 project was funded by federal money and delivered by the State Government with parliamentary secretary for early childhood, Steven Herbert, attending the official opening last week.

Biala manager Marlene Fox said the room would allow staff to engage children who had a diverse range of learning difficulties at their current learning level. Children who needed to access the service applied through a Government-run central referral service.

Ms Fox says the 117 funded positions at the centre are filled all year round.

Besides government support, the centre in Elizabeth Street relies on the goodwill of local businesses and community groups.

Ms Fox said the support of the community was invaluable.

For more information on Biala, visit www.bialapeninsula.org.au