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What's your best cost-saving tip?
Just when we thought the cost of living couldn't climb any higher...it does. While things like fuel prices are out of our control, many of us are looking for small, practical ways to stretch our dollars a bit further. So letโs put our heads together!
Over the next little while, weโll be sharing tips to help you save money โ and weโd love to hear yours too. Whatโs working for you right now?
Here are a few ideas to get started:
๐ Plan ahead for the year (birthdays, events, travel) to avoid surprise costs
๐ช Check out $2 shops for everyday items like stationery, baking paper, foil, and cling wrap - often much cheaper than the supermarket
๐ Bring back the piggy bank and save your loose change
๐จ DIY where you can - like mowing the lawn instead of paying someone
๐ต Set a daily budget before heading out and stick to it (cash can help!)
๐งด Stretch household products by diluting things like shampoo or dishwashing liquid
Got a tip thatโs helping you save? Share it below, the tip might make a huge difference to someone else.
The Cost of Living: Meal Ideas ๐ฝ๏ธ
Continuing our series on how to manage the rising cost of living, this week weโre diving into the kitchen. We want to know your "secret weapon" recipes.
Share below your go-to meals that are:
๐ฐ Budget-friendly (won't break the bank)
๐ฅ Delicious and easy to whip up
๐ Great for leftovers (dishes that stretch for several days)
Whether itโs a legendary 20-cent lentil soup or a clever way to dress up basic mince, please share your meal ideas in the comments below!
Product recalls across NZ
Quite a few products have been recalled recently and we want to make sure everything in your home is safe.
Check out the list below clicking on the blue text to learn more about why it was recalled.
Food Recalls:
โ ๏ธSouthern Sprouts Alfafa and Onion Sprouts (Possible risk of listeria)
โ ๏ธPams Onion Sprouts (Possible risk of listeria)
โ ๏ธRaw C Coconut Water
โ ๏ธLoco Love Chewy Caramel
โ ๏ธSun'Days Dubai Style Chocolate Mousse
โ ๏ธGilmours Original Corn Chips
โ ๏ธPak n Save Moorhouse in-store bread
โ ๏ธEmborg Emmentaler Cheese (Possible risk of listeria)
โ ๏ธGhiotti Chorizo
โ ๏ธSteinlager Ulta-Low Carb beer
Household item recalls:
โ ๏ธStainless Steel Drink Bottle - sold at Kmart
โ ๏ธCaptive Bolt Activators
โ ๏ธCloud Nine Hair Dryer
โ ๏ธToyworld Animal Bath Toys
โ ๏ธTopdon Smart Programmable Battery Charger
โ ๏ธBicycles - Specialised Turbo Como SL
Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.
I hope you weren't affected by these products. Stay safe, neighbours!
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