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From reporter Jody O'Callaghan:
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Older Kiwis are going without meat and their usual staple foods and instead turning to plant-based alternatives as food prices soar in their highest annual increase in a decade.
Food prices have spiked to a 6 per cent increase … View moreFrom reporter Jody O'Callaghan:
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Older Kiwis are going without meat and their usual staple foods and instead turning to plant-based alternatives as food prices soar in their highest annual increase in a decade.
Food prices have spiked to a 6 per cent increase year-on-year, according to Stats NZ, with the largest monthly increase in five years of 2.7 per cent in January.
Canterbury’s foodbank supplier is unable to meet the full demand of agencies feeding those on the breadline, and community workers are concerned about the older population who are less likely to seek help.
Staple foods like dairy and meat have become out of reach for many, and older shoppers are being taught to branch out to new alternatives like legumes.
Karen Ogg teaches older Linwood residents how to shop, budget and cook. Her tips for them include:
- Shop seasonally
- Look for the cheaper brands on the bottom shelf
- Eat a more plant-based diet, using cheaper and healthier protein options like legumes, with plenty of meat-free meals
- Buy cheaper meat in bulk and separate into portions for the freezer
- Buy canned fruit when fresh prices are too high
- Add lentils and beans to a meal to stretch it into more portions
- Soups full of vegetables left in the fridge are a good healthy and filling option.
Do you have any tips for reducing your grocery bill? Read the full story by Jody here and share your thoughts in the comments below.
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Dont forget guys to come down and support our local market tomorrow we look forward to seeing you all there, hopefully the weather will hold out for us
This year's award-winning Wasp Wipeout campaign is now underway and once again we're appealing to anyone who wishes to get involved with the campaign by volunteering their time to help lay bait in wasp-ravaged areas.
If spare time is a rarity - not to worry! This year’s … View moreThis year's award-winning Wasp Wipeout campaign is now underway and once again we're appealing to anyone who wishes to get involved with the campaign by volunteering their time to help lay bait in wasp-ravaged areas.
If spare time is a rarity - not to worry! This year’s Givealittle page is now live and we’re aiming to fundraise $25,000 for the Tasman Environment Trust. All money raised will go towards the purchase of bait and bait stations to continue and expand wasp control operations.
Find out more about this destructive pest by reading through our new interactive feature on Stuff which explores the tools we have in the fight to rid wasps from New Zealand for good.
At Gordon Scout Group, we are always looking for new leaders to help us achieve our purpose, "we empower youth through adventurous experiences to lead live that make a positive difference". Being a leader generally required a 1-2 hour time commitment to attend section nights each week as … View moreAt Gordon Scout Group, we are always looking for new leaders to help us achieve our purpose, "we empower youth through adventurous experiences to lead live that make a positive difference". Being a leader generally required a 1-2 hour time commitment to attend section nights each week as well as about 1 hour of planning at home. It is extremally rewarding to see the personal development in youth over time. We have groups covering all ages from 5 to 18 years old. If you would be interested in becoming a leader, please get in contact by messaging us or emailing gordon@group.scouts.nz.
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Red Grapes $1.88kg… View moreThursday's crazy deals while stock last 👍
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Yellow Nectarine $3.88 kg
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Tomatoes $1.68kg
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Red Grapes $1.88kg
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Lots more deals in store so pop on in and see the friendly team at Leacroft St where fresh produce tastes.
Now is a great time for young girls to try cricket with the Women’s Cricket World Cup being held in NZ only a month away!
Girls Smash is a social introductory cricket programme for year 3-6
girls. The local hub will be held at Bishopdale Park on Monday afternoons starting 28 February.
… View moreNow is a great time for young girls to try cricket with the Women’s Cricket World Cup being held in NZ only a month away!
Girls Smash is a social introductory cricket programme for year 3-6
girls. The local hub will be held at Bishopdale Park on Monday afternoons starting 28 February.
Girls Smash is very affordable, only $10 for the whole 5 week programme and all registered girls get a pink Girls Smash t-shirt to
keep. To register and for more information please email Rebecca at rgillett@canterburycricket.org.nz.
Yeah! Girls SMASH is a very similar introductory cricket option and is aimed at year 7-10 girls. To register visit www.yeahgirls.nz.... For more information email canterbury@yeahgirls.nz
Throughout Term 1 the Kia Kori Waitaha/PLAY in Canterbury team will be running a PLAY Weekly Hub on Tuesday afternoons at Grant Armstrong Park, starting 15th February. This is a free hub with no registration needed, just turn up from 3pm on a Tuesday and join the fun.
The PLAY Weekly hub itself… View moreThroughout Term 1 the Kia Kori Waitaha/PLAY in Canterbury team will be running a PLAY Weekly Hub on Tuesday afternoons at Grant Armstrong Park, starting 15th February. This is a free hub with no registration needed, just turn up from 3pm on a Tuesday and join the fun.
The PLAY Weekly hub itself is very informal and will have a range of sports gear for participants to use as they like. Stop in on your way home from school to see the friendly activators!
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January property stats are out and the market in Christchurch continues to grow.
In January, Christchurch City had a median sale price of $665,000 – a 27.9% increase year-on-year. 📈 🏡
If you've been thinking about selling or would like a customised suburb report, get in touch today!… View moreJanuary property stats are out and the market in Christchurch continues to grow.
In January, Christchurch City had a median sale price of $665,000 – a 27.9% increase year-on-year. 📈 🏡
If you've been thinking about selling or would like a customised suburb report, get in touch today! 0800 YELLOW (0800 935 569) 📞
In this summer edition, find inspiration from conscious living leaders like artist David Trubridge who takes inspiration from nature and the founders of Naturebox, Blair and Ollie who want to help Kiwis sustainably grow food. We meet Ryman residents Ross and Eleanor who love to explore Aotearoa … View moreIn this summer edition, find inspiration from conscious living leaders like artist David Trubridge who takes inspiration from nature and the founders of Naturebox, Blair and Ollie who want to help Kiwis sustainably grow food. We meet Ryman residents Ross and Eleanor who love to explore Aotearoa whenever they can.
Stuff's Oval Office delivers all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to inboxes around NZ.
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Today is a day that celebrates love, yes, but it’s also Library Lovers Day on February 14, dedicated to book lovers' across the globe.
It's a day to remember that our libraries are a place where we can get lost in a story, find an adventure we are seeking in a book, discover more about… View moreToday is a day that celebrates love, yes, but it’s also Library Lovers Day on February 14, dedicated to book lovers' across the globe.
It's a day to remember that our libraries are a place where we can get lost in a story, find an adventure we are seeking in a book, discover more about an issue we feel passionate about, or learn something new!
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