New Zealand revamps school lunch program starting Term 1, 2025, with $478m funding, $3 lunches, and various meal options.

New Zealand's Associate Education Minister David Seymour has announced a revamped school lunch program aimed at saving over $130 million annually. Starting Term 1, 2025, lunches will cost $3 each, featuring options like butter chicken and lasagne. Students in Years 0 to 8 will receive 240-gram meals, while older students will get larger portions. The government has increased funding to $478 million through 2026, partnering with 17 suppliers for efficient meal delivery.

October 22, 2024
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