We all know the standard school holiday advice: "Go to the library" or "Visit a museum". But let’s be honest, by day three of the holidays, a standard checklist feels more like a chore list.

This October, we are throwing down a gauntlet for your whānau. Welcome to the Zero-Dollar Family Bingo Challenge!

The twist? Your goal isn't just to entertain the kids, it’s to see how many squares your family can cross off in the holiday period without spending a single cent. It turns local freebies into a competitive game that both toddlers and teens can get behind.

Print the chart below, stick it on the fridge, and see who gets a line first!

How to Play and Win

• Step 1: Save and print our Bingo Board graphic.
• Step 2: Complete an activity as a family.
• Step 3: Take a quick photo as "proof" to tick off the square.
• Step 4: Get 3 in a row (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) to be the champion at BINGO!

Download a copy of our October challenges below or if you'd like to make up your own challenges here's a blank bingo card for you to come up with your own great challenges.

Download by clicking the images above otherwise you can download pdf versions at ZERO DOLLAR BINGO CARD or ZERO DOLLAR BLANK BINGO CARD.

Are you ready to take the challenge? Drop a 👍 in the comments if your family is going "Zero-Dollar" this week!