Millions spent weekly in Bay of Plenty on supplements to help pay rent
27 Apr, 2021 06:00 PM
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Social Development and Employment Minister Carmel Sepuloni. Photo / File
Bay of Plenty Times
Nearly $3 million a week is being spent helping thousands of people in the Bay of Plenty keep a roof over their heads amid the region's deepening housing crisis.
Thousands across the region qualify for
the Accommodation Supplement – a non-taxable benefit to help pay for rent, board or the costs of owning a home.
Nearly $3m a week is being paid to help pay for housing costs in the Bay of Plenty. Photo / Getty Images