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High prices force families to rethink Christmas plans

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By Gagau Faavesi Sitaiai 22 December 2025, 8:30PM

The rising cost of living has forced a family from Lotofaga in Safata to alter their Christmas plans this year, and they are among the many rural families faced with similar issues. 

By Gagau Faavesi Sitaiai 22 December 2025, 8:30PM

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