Labor slams government response to mould exposure at Wee Waa High School
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The NSW government was made aware of the health issues at the school as early as July, but didn t close the school until November.
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NSW Labor has attacked the government for its response to mould-related health issues at a school in the state s north-west, and suggested it tried to cover up its inaction.
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The school has been closed since November 2020 due to health concerns.
A response to a question in Budget Estimates has revealed the Department of Education knew of the issue in July.
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