Free lunches for all schools?
From next year, Ōtara's Kia Aroha College will be feeding all their students for around $2 per day, per student. Staff say the benefits outweigh the financial cost. The Government will also be stepping in next year to feed primary and intermediate pupils from low-decile schools, but should they be extending this to all schools?
Let's get social
Tell us what groups you'd like to see in your area...(walking groups, coffee meet-ups, swing dancing, a family tree group - anything at all!)
Or if you are already in a great group, share it here for others to get involved.
What's the best way to keep grocery shopping bills down?
We are still feeling the pinch and the weekly shop is no different. So we are after your cost-saving tips please, neighbours!
What’s the best way you've found to cut down on your grocery bill? Share below (and hear tips from others!)