2572 days ago

Can you feed a family of five on $60 a week?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are you in need of some tips for cutting down your grocery bill? Auckland blogger Stacey Sampson might be able to help.

After a financial emergency drained her and her husband of all their savings, they were left with just $60 in their bank account to feed their three kids.

Now every month she does a "cheap week" that helps cut costs and minimise food wastage. To read about Stacey and her food tips, click here.

"This month we've done it twice to save some extra for Christmas," she says.

Is this something that you do in your family? Or is it something you'd like to try? Share your thoughts, or your own grocery tips to help your neighbours, in the replies below.
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Boxing Day sale now on at the Orewa Red Cross

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🛍️ Big savings at our place!
Half-price clothing, shoes, toys and menswear!
📚 Books are buy one, get one free.
The sale runs until Sunday at 5pm.
We’re also happily accepting summer donations — with thanks! (Please note we’re unable to accept linen, baby clothes, dinner sets, or jars.)
📍 Find us at Shop 5, Hilary Square, behind McDonald’s in Ōrewa.
Pop in and say hello! 😊

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