Early childhood centres say free lunch scheme reaches children in poverty

Otago Daily TimesRNZ1NewsMonday 7 July 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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More than 8,000 children aged two to five at over 300 early childhood centres are receiving free meals through a government scheme. Participating centres report that the meals are reaching those in need and that children are enjoying the food despite initial resistance to vegetables.

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First reported by Otago Daily Times, Mon 7 Jul 2025, 8:52am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 4 minutes
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