The 2025 Hunger Monitor from the New Zealand Food Network highlights a worrying increase in food insecurity, with more households struggling to access enough healthy food amid rising living costs and financial pressures. Foodbanks across the country are seeing growing demand, including many people seeking support for the first time. These insights reinforce the vital role of community food support services. We are proud to be part of the New Zealand Food Network and to contribute to their amazing work—helping ensure surplus food reaches those who need it most and supporting stronger, more resilient communities. To read the full report click on the link below

Hunger-Monitor-Summary-Web-Version.pdf