Northland has highest rate of severe food insecurity, Hunger Monitor finds

Multimedia Journalist·Northern Advocate·16 Oct, 2026 10:00 PM5 mins to read‌Whakaora Kai Moerewa whānau support manager Kylie Tana and senior manager Vai Lopeti say the need for food support has become greater over the past six months. Photo / Jenny LingSevere food insecurity in Northland caused by soaring living costs is the worst it’s ever been and is now “hitting everyone”, according to community advocates working with affected whānau. The Salvation Army in Whangārei, Tai Tokerau food rescue organisation Whakaora Kai and Kerikeri-based Bald Angels Charitable Trust all report