59175 (2025). Shanan Halbert to the Minister for Vocational Education

59175 (2025). Shanan Halbert to the Minister for Vocational Education: What fiscal or financial risks, if any, has the Minister been informed of within the polytechnic sector in 2026?

Hon Penny Simmonds: There are a range of financial risks facing the polytechnic sector including: - Their ability to deliver change programmes and targeted savings - Domestic and international enrolment targets not being achieved - Having insufficient funds to address capital expenditure and IT system needs. However, considerable progress has been made over the past year to improve financial performance., The recapitalisation approach will ensure polytechnics start in a strong financial position and the Tertiary Education Commission will be closely monitoring their ongoing performance.