Australians relying on cheaper food to feed themselves amid cost-of-living crisis

Deaclan Crowley shops at Foodbank to save money as the cost of living rises. (ABC News: Michael Franchi)

Deaclan Crowley never imagined he would be relying on a charity to get by, but after his mum was involved in a major car accident Foodbank has become an essential stop for him over the past six months.

With his mum's income slashed, not only did Deaclan's family need cheaper groceries, they also had to sell much of their personal belongings.