An education leader says there needs to be a long-term plan for school property.  

The Government's expected to respond to the Ministerial Inquiry into School Property today.  

The inquiry was launched in February to address the issue of planned works being unrealistic and unaffordable.  

Principals Federation president Leanne Otene told Heather du Plessis-Allan there are issues with existing school property - like ventilation and mould. 

She says old stock needs to be addressed, and planning for future roll growth. 

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