Speaking of which, Budget 2021 funds the extension of the Ka Ora, Ka Ako Healthy School Lunch programme to the tune of $526.9 million. It also puts in place the indexation of childcare assistance income thresholds to the average wage, which will benefit over 1,000 families and whānau, or around 1,500 children. The Budget provides for 3,300 places for children in Out of School Care and Recreation services, supporting their parents or caregivers to transition into employment, education, or training. 