There’s “a new approach" from the Government on breaking the cycle of child poverty. 

The percentage of children living in poverty has risen to 17.5, with the percentage of children facing material hardship rising to 12.5. 

Child Poverty Reduction Minister Louise Upston says they'll have a target and will be held accountable for it.  

She told Mike Hosking that it's not just a matter of addressing incomes.  

Upston says those on welfare and the lowest incomes are hit the hardest in the cost-of-living crisis.  

She says that's why they have to deal with the costs families face, and housing costs are a significant part of that.  

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