Why a one dollar price increase hits the homeless hard

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A 7 Eleven convenience store is seen in Sydney, Wednesday, July 18, 2018. (AAP Image/Brendan Esposito) Source: AAP / BRENDAN ESPOSITO/AAPIMAGE

With coffees now costing up to six dollars in Australia, 7-Eleven's one dollar coffees are a lifesaver to many.But the company is raising the price of the hot drink to two dollars, causing concern for Australia's homeless population.



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