http://www.waikatodhb.health.nz/about-us/news-and-events/news/healthier-homes-project-expands-into-other-parts-of-the-house/ He said the impact of child poverty costs the country around $8.8 billion per year. “Health-related costs absorb between $3 – $4.5 billion of that cost. Some of these costs could potentially be reduced with adequate housing. “Data shows that Maori, Pacific, and lower socio-economic groups are less likely to own their own homes….