Aussie mum’s unbelievable Costco haul sparks conversations on social media
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With the increasing cost of living, many people strive to save money through various strategies to stretch their budgets and maintain financial stability.
This means exploring alternative places to buy everyday essentials like groceries. Many are turning to discount stores, farmer's markets, or buying bulk from wholesalers to maximise their purchases.
An Aussie mum's recent social media revelation has sparked a heated debate on the value of wholesale shopping versus traditional supermarket trips.
Louise Gibson, a 29-year-old Victorian mum, took to social media to showcase her impressive Costco haul.
She compared the prices of her finds to those at Woolworths, and the results were nothing short of eye-opening.
‘If you're not shopping at Costco, then this price comparison is going to show you why you really need to be,’ Gibson said.
Gibson's video highlighted some significant savings on everyday items.
For instance, she pointed out that a pack of eight Kleenex Tissues at Costco costs $19.49, which is $2.43 per box.
In contrast, Woolworths sells the same single box for $3.00.
The savings extend to other essentials too, like toilet paper, where Costco's 60-roll pack at $29.50 (49 cents per roll) beats out Woolworths' 24-roll pack for $13.50 (56 cents per roll).
With Infuzions Veggie Straws, Costco charges $1.60 for one snack, significantly lower than Woolworths, which charges $4.78 per snack.
For Coke cans, Costco offers 34 cans for $32.99, compared to Woolworths' price of $47.20 for the same quantity.
Costco also sells a pack of six 500g bottles of Leggo Bolognese Sauce for $14.99, averaging $2.50 per bottle, while Woolworths charges $4.30 per 500g bottle.
Costco's 120-pack of Libra Ultra Thin Regular Pads costs $20.99, approximately 17 cents per pad, whereas Woolworths sells a 10-pack for $6.40, equating to 64 cents per pad.
These comparisons highlight how Costco generally offers lower per-unit prices, making it a more economical choice for bulk purchases.
Gibson carefully plans shopping to avoid purchasing items her family might not consume before expiration.
Eggs and yoghurt, for example, are on her skip list when shopping at the wholesale store.
However, not everyone is convinced. Some commenters on the social media video raised concerns.
‘Plus the $100 of fuel to get there and the $60 for the membership.’ one person commented.
‘I feel like the savings aren't enough to warrant the subscription price, it doesn't even out,’ another said.
Gibson responded, ‘We find it does—however, if you know another family who wants to shop there, you could always share one with them and half the cost.’
‘Most of those items go on sale at half price, so it’s definitely cheaper at Woolies if you are shopping efficiently,’ a third person added.
‘We found for 90 per cent of stuff, it was cheaper to buy it on sale at Coles/Woolies,’ one person noted.
You can watch Gibson’s video here:
Credit: @thatmoneymum / TikTok
In another retail update, Costco in Australia and New Zealand saw a significant sales increase last year, demonstrating strong performance during a period of economic strain.
Based on sales volume, its shopping membership became the largest in Australia. More information is available here.
Also, feel free to explore our Deals, Discounts, and Bargains forum for the latest offers.
Have you found shopping at Costco saves you money? Do you prefer to stick with traditional supermarkets? Let us know in the comments below.
This means exploring alternative places to buy everyday essentials like groceries. Many are turning to discount stores, farmer's markets, or buying bulk from wholesalers to maximise their purchases.
An Aussie mum's recent social media revelation has sparked a heated debate on the value of wholesale shopping versus traditional supermarket trips.
Louise Gibson, a 29-year-old Victorian mum, took to social media to showcase her impressive Costco haul.
She compared the prices of her finds to those at Woolworths, and the results were nothing short of eye-opening.
‘If you're not shopping at Costco, then this price comparison is going to show you why you really need to be,’ Gibson said.
Savvy shopping secrets shared on social media by an Aussie mum. Credit: @thatmoneymum / TikTok
Gibson's video highlighted some significant savings on everyday items.
For instance, she pointed out that a pack of eight Kleenex Tissues at Costco costs $19.49, which is $2.43 per box.
In contrast, Woolworths sells the same single box for $3.00.
The savings extend to other essentials too, like toilet paper, where Costco's 60-roll pack at $29.50 (49 cents per roll) beats out Woolworths' 24-roll pack for $13.50 (56 cents per roll).
With Infuzions Veggie Straws, Costco charges $1.60 for one snack, significantly lower than Woolworths, which charges $4.78 per snack.
For Coke cans, Costco offers 34 cans for $32.99, compared to Woolworths' price of $47.20 for the same quantity.
Costco also sells a pack of six 500g bottles of Leggo Bolognese Sauce for $14.99, averaging $2.50 per bottle, while Woolworths charges $4.30 per 500g bottle.
Costco's 120-pack of Libra Ultra Thin Regular Pads costs $20.99, approximately 17 cents per pad, whereas Woolworths sells a 10-pack for $6.40, equating to 64 cents per pad.
These comparisons highlight how Costco generally offers lower per-unit prices, making it a more economical choice for bulk purchases.
Gibson carefully plans shopping to avoid purchasing items her family might not consume before expiration.
Eggs and yoghurt, for example, are on her skip list when shopping at the wholesale store.
However, not everyone is convinced. Some commenters on the social media video raised concerns.
‘Plus the $100 of fuel to get there and the $60 for the membership.’ one person commented.
‘I feel like the savings aren't enough to warrant the subscription price, it doesn't even out,’ another said.
Gibson responded, ‘We find it does—however, if you know another family who wants to shop there, you could always share one with them and half the cost.’
‘Most of those items go on sale at half price, so it’s definitely cheaper at Woolies if you are shopping efficiently,’ a third person added.
‘We found for 90 per cent of stuff, it was cheaper to buy it on sale at Coles/Woolies,’ one person noted.
You can watch Gibson’s video here:
Credit: @thatmoneymum / TikTok
In another retail update, Costco in Australia and New Zealand saw a significant sales increase last year, demonstrating strong performance during a period of economic strain.
Based on sales volume, its shopping membership became the largest in Australia. More information is available here.
Also, feel free to explore our Deals, Discounts, and Bargains forum for the latest offers.
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