Older New Zealanders cutting back on food to pay bills

Thursday 20 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 20 Mar 2025, 12:42pm

Some older New Zealanders are skipping meals or making frozen meals last for three days to manage the cost of living. Advocates report that these individuals are reducing food intake to ensure they can pay their bills.

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1. RNZThu 20 Mar 2025, 12:08pm

   Cost of living: Older Kiwis cutting back on food to save money (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesThu 20 Mar 2025, 12:42pm

   'Living on toast': Older Kiwis cutting back on food (opens in new tab)