South Auckland foodbanks warn of deepening poverty among Pasifika families

RNZNZ HeraldThursday 15 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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Foodbank operators in South Auckland report increasing poverty within the Pacific community due to high rents, debt, and living costs. Mangere Budgeting Services has seen food demand rise by more than 100% over the last two years.

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First reported by RNZ, Thu 15 Oct, 6:50am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 44 minutes
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