Many Australian families can't afford Christmas gifts this year
Cost-of-living crisis is forcing families to choose between paying rent, buying food, or Christmas gifts.
Australian families are trimming Christmas spending dramatically as bills consume household budgets. An Adelaide mother working full-time with her partner said their children will get candy and a card at best.
Charities like Touch of Hope report some parents are skipping meals so their kids can eat. Community food hampers and gift drives are expected to play a crucial role for struggling households this festive season.
Layby services are seeing strong demand as families spread payments across the year.
- Sonia with three sons
- Adelaide mother
- Touch of Hope
- Charity support
- Anita Anderson
- Founder
Why it mattersRising living costs are forcing parents to make impossible choices, and charities are bracing for increased need for support.
AustraliaThousands of Australian families will rely on community aid and payment plans to afford Christmas, straining charity resources.
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