In the hopes of addressing the rising cost of grocery items, a mini supermarket has been set up to assist those "doing it tough".

Established by social housing provider, Home in Place, the Pantry has opened its doors at the 123 Community hub, a local meeting place in Broken Hill that engages local residents in events and activities. 

The grocery store was established to relieve some of the financial burden placed on consumers struggling with day-to-day living pressures.

For local community members, it is a welcome sight.

Barkindji man Wilfred King is a Broken Hill local living in the shops vicinity and says it "means a lot to the street".

"Most people that live out here haven't got cars [to get to the shops]," he said.

"It's good for the community to just walk in and come get a few things and walk straight out again."

Mr King said he was able to get most items at a much lower cost and it was a welcoming environment to shop in. 

"Everyone welcome out here, come in with a few dollars, friendly people behind the counter here."

Cost of living stings 

As the cost of living continues to climb, some Australians are struggling to make ends meet. 

Home in Place community development executive manager Krystal Moores said it was a timely venture. 

Aiming to assist those from lower socio-economic backgrounds in particular, she said it was important to ensure day-to-day living necessities were accessible to the community.

In partnering with Food Bank, Australia's largest hunger relief charity, the hub is able to on-sell products provided from the charity at a much lower price.

The initiative is the second of its kind in the state, with another community hub located on the New South Wales Central Coast. 

Ms Moores said the "successful model" of the Central Coast outlet paved the way for the new store in Broken Hill.

"Getting the local community involved … making sure we're meeting the needs of the local community," she said.