The 2022 School Audits Report's found some Covid related wellbeing payments for new principals were used for personal holidays and exercise equipment.  

Secondary Principals Association President Vaughan Couillault told Mike Hosking that wellbeing could be different for each person.  

The audit report also found seven schools are in serious financial difficulty.  

There are recommendations around financial reporting, maintenance plans, budgets, and Education Ministry communication. 

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