Food insecurity is at crisis level for many Australians

Fresh greens and vegetables on a display in a supermarket

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Victoria is facing a worsening food insecurity crisis, with demand for food assistance services reaching an all-time high.


Foodbank Victoria and OzHarvest reported a surge in demand, even from individuals who work and own homes, due to rising cost-of-living pressures. A

parliamentary inquiry is under way to look at economic challenges, climate change, and global shocks as key drivers of the crisis.

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