TIMES SHOPPER | Shopping a family outing

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Jane and Inoke Niubalavu deciding on what fruits to buy at SHOP N SAVE Supermarket Nabua. Picture: LITIA RITOVA

Balancing busy careers, family life and household expenses requires careful planning for Jane Wong Niubalavu and Inoke Niubalavu.

The couple does their bulk shopping monthly, setting aside $300 for supermarket essentials and $80 for fresh produce from Suva Market.

From comparing supermarket specials to following a shopping list, every decision helps them manage their budget wisely. But their shopping routine goes beyond saving money.

The couple also use it to teach their children about budgeting, healthy eating and making better food choices. For the Niubalavu family, smart shopping starts with planning and ends with quality family time.

Jane and Inoke Niubalavu at SHOP N SAVE Supermarket Nabua.

Picture: LITIA RITOVA