School Lunch Program Under Fire | Auckland News

Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

The Auditor-General is sounding the alarm on New Zealand’s school lunch program, questioning whether cost savings outweigh unmet goals despite an $85 million annual contract. With key contractor Libelle collapsing in March, the report reveals early-stage chaos: shifting requirements, food safety lapses, and delivery failures. While officials tout progress in cutting waste and boosting menu variety, the watchdog insists core targets—especially reducing uneaten food—are still out of reach. Education Minister David Seymour fires back, calling the audit overly procedural and politically…