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Interest rate rises causing 'hidden poverty' in South Australia, even among those usually considered affluent

Kerri Bisbal and her family are changing their spending habits to deal with increased mortgage costs. (ABC News: James Wakelin)

They are the victims of "hidden poverty" who are now accessing support for the first time in their lives.

Ten interest rate rises in a row are biting hard into household budgets in South Australia and stretching the ability of many people to pay for even basic necessities such as food.

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