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Government Commits 212m to Continue School Lunch Programme but Changes Coming
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AI-generatedThe New Zealand government's $212 million commitment to the school lunch programme provides stable demand for food suppliers and logistics providers until 2027. The programme's cost efficiency and delivery improvements suggest a reliable revenue stream for contracted food producers and distributors. However, potential changes post-2027 introduce uncertainty for long-term planning. The impact is New Zealand-specific, affecting local food supply chains and public sector spending.
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- Government commits $212 million to extend Healthy School Lunches programme for one year.
- Average cost per meal decreased to $3.58.
- $2.9 million allocated to explore potential reforms.
- KidsCan pilot scheme continues lunches in early childhood education centres.
- Programme maintained until 2027; changes likely for 2028 and beyond.
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