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flag New Zealand group pushes for $8 school lunch funding, citing issues with current program.

flag The Child Poverty Action Group is urging New Zealand's government to restore funding for the school lunch program, citing issues with the current model including late deliveries, poor food quality, and wastage. flag They submitted a 'Budget Bid' to the Minister of Finance, requesting an increase in funding to $8 per meal from the current $3, estimating the cost to be between $107-$115 million annually. flag A poll showed that 60% of voters want the government to reinstate the previous Ka Ora, Ka Ako system, which the group believes offers better nutritional benefits and economic outcomes.

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