Hardship rising for vulnerable people in Southland

Saturday 29 November 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sun 30 Nov 2025, 1:14pm

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Social service providers report an increase in people struggling with poverty in Southland. Issues include rising food distribution needs at schools, homelessness due to severe weather, and a stretched middle class.

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1. 1NewsSat 29 Nov 2025, 1:49pm

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2. RNZSat 29 Nov 2025, 4:29pm

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3. The PressSun 30 Nov 2025, 1:14pm

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