As people across the Clarence Valley try to rein in their spending with the cost-of-living crisis and escalating interest rates biting hard, the NSW government has introduced a new Cost-of-Living Hub to enable families and individuals save precious dollars.

The Cost-of-Living Hub was designed to help people make the most of their money with tips and tools, easy ways to stretch your budget, and provide access to trusted advice and support.

Introduced this month, the hub is a NSW government website that provides people with hints, tips and advice on how to save money on food and groceries, housing, energy and utilities, managing money, health, families and care and transport, driving and fuel.

People can access information from more than 80 government and non-government websites in one central place, along with guides and advice on how to save money and where to find various rebates and vouchers.

The content on the hub is tailored to provide everyone with easy access to find the support that meets their individual circumstances.

The hub focuses on seven key areas of everyday life, covering essentials including:

Food and groceries – ways to save on your weekly food bill and reduce wastage.

Housing – NSW government homebuyer incentives, managing rent increases and mortgage help.

Energy and Utilities – checking eligibility for Energy Bill Relief and gas rebates, reducing power usage to decrease your bills, requesting a payment plan and seeking emergency assistance.

Managing money – accessing support and advice if you’re experiencing financial hardship, avoiding scams and using a tool to manage your budget more effectively.

Health – reviewing your private health cover to find a policy that’s right for you and understanding safety nets to access cheaper medicine.

Families and care – eligibility for the childcare subsidy, finding children’s education and care services to support working parents and affordable help around the home for seniors and older Australians.

Transport, driving and fuel – tips for finding cheaper fuel, cost-saving driving techniques, transport alternatives and tips for choosing insurance.

To start saving visit the Cost-of-Living Hub at https://www.nsw.gov.au/money-and-taxes/cost-of-living-hub