Australia's top supermarket bosses reveal their best-kept secrets for cheaper groceries!
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Who doesn't love a good money-saving hack? Especially when it comes to groceries - one of the most essential (and particularly these days, expensive) items in our lives.
Fortunately, the chief executives of Australia's supermarket industry have come forward to share their top tips for saving a few bucks next time you hit the shops.
From using cashback apps to taking advantage of loyalty programs, here are some of the best-kept, money-saving secrets that top supermarket executives revealed to help struggling Aussies:
Coles
Coles' chief operations and sustainability officer Matt Swindells has some great tips for shoppers who are looking to reduce their grocery bills.
For starters, he suggests tracking down a cheap protein option like chicken drumsticks or pork mince. It should be noted that these protein sources cost $4/kg and $4.50/500g respectively.
And then, you can build a whole meal around that using other affordable staples like pasta or lentils.
Cans of lentils are a great option, as they cost less than a dollar.
“Lentils [are] 80 cents for a tin, adds more protein, bulks out the sauce, gives it a bit of texture,” Mr Swindells said.
“Spaghetti pork meatballs with lentils for extra health and protein. For a family of four, that one is less than $10.”
Additionally, Coles is offering Flybuys members triple points until June 28.
Supermarket executives have come forward to share some insider money-saving tips from their respective companies. Credit: news.com.au.
Woolworths
Woolworths just announced a price freeze on almost 200 crucial items like flour, rice, sugar and pasta, which will last until the end of 2022. That's right, folks: you can now rest assured that your favourite carbs will remain affordable for the next six months!
But that's not all, with weekly specials being rolled out on Wednesdays and lasting until the end of Tuesday, and winter specials being retailed throughout the season, the retailer is offering around 5000 specials per week of up to 50 per cent off.
Chief commercial officer of Woolworths Group Paul Harker also encouraged shoppers to sign up for Woolworths Every Day Rewards.
He explained: "Every time you shop and scan your rewards card you earn points and when you get 2000 points you get $10 off your next shop and you can actually bank those up if you like.”
IGA
Looking for a way to meal prep on a budget? IGA has got you covered!
Jones Retail Group general manager David Kindt said that the retailer's catalogue has amazing deals on produce, which you can stretch your dollar further than ever.
For example, right now you can get gold sweet potatoes for just $5/kg. That’s a steal! And with winter veggies being in season, you can make delicious and hearty meals.
Supermarket executives urged shoppers to take advantage of their loyalty programs and sales. Credit: NCA Newswire/Gaye Gerard.
ALDI
The German retailer is known for its budget-friendly prices, and now the company is claiming that families can save even more by shopping at their stores.
According to ALDI director of customer interactions Adrian Christie, the average Aussie family could save up to $2468 a year by shopping at the chain.
"The prices are everyday low prices. What we mean by that is we keep them at the same low prices, they don't go up and down," Mr Christie said.
"So, one week it won't be expensive and the next will be half-off. Every week it's the same price."
In addition to their everyday low prices, the company also provides weekly, fortnightly and monthly "super" savers on a range of items.
So, if you're looking to save money on your grocery bill, you might consider snapping up discounted items and signing up for rewards programs from different supermarkets!
What are your thoughts on this? Do you think being a member of rewards programs is worth it, or just a gimmick? Let us know your insights in the comments below.
Fortunately, the chief executives of Australia's supermarket industry have come forward to share their top tips for saving a few bucks next time you hit the shops.
From using cashback apps to taking advantage of loyalty programs, here are some of the best-kept, money-saving secrets that top supermarket executives revealed to help struggling Aussies:
Coles
Coles' chief operations and sustainability officer Matt Swindells has some great tips for shoppers who are looking to reduce their grocery bills.
For starters, he suggests tracking down a cheap protein option like chicken drumsticks or pork mince. It should be noted that these protein sources cost $4/kg and $4.50/500g respectively.
And then, you can build a whole meal around that using other affordable staples like pasta or lentils.
Cans of lentils are a great option, as they cost less than a dollar.
“Lentils [are] 80 cents for a tin, adds more protein, bulks out the sauce, gives it a bit of texture,” Mr Swindells said.
“Spaghetti pork meatballs with lentils for extra health and protein. For a family of four, that one is less than $10.”
Additionally, Coles is offering Flybuys members triple points until June 28.
Supermarket executives have come forward to share some insider money-saving tips from their respective companies. Credit: news.com.au.
Woolworths
Woolworths just announced a price freeze on almost 200 crucial items like flour, rice, sugar and pasta, which will last until the end of 2022. That's right, folks: you can now rest assured that your favourite carbs will remain affordable for the next six months!
But that's not all, with weekly specials being rolled out on Wednesdays and lasting until the end of Tuesday, and winter specials being retailed throughout the season, the retailer is offering around 5000 specials per week of up to 50 per cent off.
Chief commercial officer of Woolworths Group Paul Harker also encouraged shoppers to sign up for Woolworths Every Day Rewards.
He explained: "Every time you shop and scan your rewards card you earn points and when you get 2000 points you get $10 off your next shop and you can actually bank those up if you like.”
IGA
Looking for a way to meal prep on a budget? IGA has got you covered!
Jones Retail Group general manager David Kindt said that the retailer's catalogue has amazing deals on produce, which you can stretch your dollar further than ever.
For example, right now you can get gold sweet potatoes for just $5/kg. That’s a steal! And with winter veggies being in season, you can make delicious and hearty meals.
Supermarket executives urged shoppers to take advantage of their loyalty programs and sales. Credit: NCA Newswire/Gaye Gerard.
ALDI
The German retailer is known for its budget-friendly prices, and now the company is claiming that families can save even more by shopping at their stores.
According to ALDI director of customer interactions Adrian Christie, the average Aussie family could save up to $2468 a year by shopping at the chain.
"The prices are everyday low prices. What we mean by that is we keep them at the same low prices, they don't go up and down," Mr Christie said.
"So, one week it won't be expensive and the next will be half-off. Every week it's the same price."
In addition to their everyday low prices, the company also provides weekly, fortnightly and monthly "super" savers on a range of items.
So, if you're looking to save money on your grocery bill, you might consider snapping up discounted items and signing up for rewards programs from different supermarkets!
What are your thoughts on this? Do you think being a member of rewards programs is worth it, or just a gimmick? Let us know your insights in the comments below.
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