Families forced to skimp on basic items to stay afloat
Media CoverageAAP; 10 April, 2025 The effects of rising costs are etched in the mind of Jen Touzel. The Lions Club volunteer recently organised a pair of shoes for a man who wanted to attend a doctor’s appointment in something other than his slippers. “I’ll never forget that,” Ms Touzel told AAP. “We organised the […]
Retail trade springs back after warmer weather
Warmer-than average weather and Father’s Day sales spurred on an early spring blitz to the shops in a boost to retail figures.
Charities buckle under surge for non-food aid requests
About eight in 10 charities across Australia say demand for essential non-food products has exploded, according to a report from Good360.
Personal hygiene now a luxury item as costs bite
Millions of Australians are living in hygiene poverty as the soaring cost of living leaves many unable to hygiene essentials, a survey has found.
