These days, living expenses are going through the roof, and Aussies are feeling the pinch all too hard. It's no wonder, then, that recent research conducted by Coles found that 67 per cent of us are actively budgeting to reduce our household costs.

The survey, carried out earlier this month, interviewed over 4700 respondents and revealed just how far we're willing to go to make our hard-earned cash go that bit further.

To start with, more than 50 per cent are cooking more meals at home to save money, while 78 per cent are employing additional budget-savvy tactics such as freezing and reheating leftovers, making meals stretch further, and being lenient with ‘Best Before’ dates.

Struggling individuals and households are making some major dietary adjustments too.

A recent survey by Coles has shown that the cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on our purchasing behaviour. Source: Shutterstock

Sixty per cent of those surveyed revealed they've been cutting back on treats, while 37 per cent are eating less meat and an 30 per cent are reducing their alcohol consumption.

It's not just individuals feeling the strain either; senior and younger families are particularly viewing their cost of living with worry and concern. Proportionally, 79 per cent of young families are feeling pressured to reduce their household outgoings, followed by 71 per cent of older families.

Knowing just how much pressure Aussies are feeling, Coles has recently announced a major offer for News Corp readers. They're giving away a dozen $10,000 Coles Gift Cards—in partnership with Coles the perfect accompaniment to those weekly shop trips! To be in with a chance of winning, you just need to share your top tip on what you do to make your money go further.

But that’s not all! Coles has also hinted at a major announcement coming next week which could be life-changing for shoppers struggling with their cost of living.

According to Coles Chief Customer Officer Amanda McVay, 'At Coles, we’ve always been focused on lowering the cost-of-living for Australians and, right now, we know it’s what they’re concerned about most.’

'Our customers are cooking more from home, are looking for more specials, are buying more own brand products and making more of their Flybuys to help with the weekly budget. Next week, we’re excited to share details on how we’ll be helping our customers find more value in more ways every time they shop with us.'

Key Takeaways

• A new survey conducted by Coles found that Australians are actively budgeting to reduce their household outgoings, with many cutting back on meat and alcohol and buying more special offers.
• Coles is launching a special offer for readers of this article to win one of 12 Coles gift cards valued at $10,000 each.
• The cost-of-living survey found that 67% of Australians are worried about their ability to cover costs, particularly young and older families.
• To manage the impact, Australians are implementing various food-saving measures and are actively budgeting by buying more specials, collecting loyalty program points, and delaying purchases of less urgent items.

So SDC members, don’t miss out on your chance to win a $10,000 Coles Gift Card, and stay tuned because you won't want to miss out on Coles' big announcement!

We want to know what you do to save money on groceries every week too. Do you have any tips for hunting down specials or meal prepping / buying in bulk? Let us know below!

 

[Martins Creek]

Make a list of grocery needs, look up specials and stick to your original requirements

 

[Iggydi]

Buy meat in bulk because it works out a lot cheaper in the long run. If you buy mince for example you can make many meals from the one ingredient. Example rissoles, meatballs, Shepherd’s pie, meatloaf, San Choy Bow, most of these meals require only a few ingredients. Also when you make a meal and have any leftover, either freeze the leftovers or add a couple of extra vegetables and have them the next night. Also don’t buy all the expensive cleaning products use bicarbonate soda, vinegar and dish washing detergent. There are many hints on how to use these products . This saves a lot of money.

 

[Nanna Tracey]

These days, living expenses are going through the roof, and Aussies are feeling the pinch all too hard. It's no wonder, then, that recent research conducted by Coles found that 67 per cent of us are actively budgeting to reduce our household costs.

The survey, carried out earlier this month, interviewed over 4700 respondents and revealed just how far we're willing to go to make our hard-earned cash go that bit further.

To start with, more than 50 per cent are cooking more meals at home to save money, while 78 per cent are employing additional budget-savvy tactics such as freezing and reheating leftovers, making meals stretch further, and being lenient with ‘Best Before’ dates.

Struggling individuals and households are making some major dietary adjustments too.

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A recent survey by Coles has shown that the cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on our purchasing behaviour. Source: Shutterstock

Sixty per cent of those surveyed revealed they've been cutting back on treats, while 37 per cent are eating less meat and an 30 per cent are reducing their alcohol consumption.

It's not just individuals feeling the strain either; senior and younger families are particularly viewing their cost of living with worry and concern. Proportionally, 79 per cent of young families are feeling pressured to reduce their household outgoings, followed by 71 per cent of older families.

Knowing just how much pressure Aussies are feeling, Coles has recently announced a major offer for News Corp readers. They're giving away a dozen $10,000 Coles Gift Cards—in partnership with Coles the perfect accompaniment to those weekly shop trips! To be in with a chance of winning, you just need to share your top tip on what you do to make your money go further.

But that’s not all! Coles has also hinted at a major announcement coming next week which could be life-changing for shoppers struggling with their cost of living.

According to Coles Chief Customer Officer Amanda McVay, 'At Coles, we’ve always been focused on lowering the cost-of-living for Australians and, right now, we know it’s what they’re concerned about most.’

'Our customers are cooking more from home, are looking for more specials, are buying more own brand products and making more of their Flybuys to help with the weekly budget. Next week, we’re excited to share details on how we’ll be helping our customers find more value in more ways every time they shop with us.'

Key Takeaways

• A new survey conducted by Coles found that Australians are actively budgeting to reduce their household outgoings, with many cutting back on meat and alcohol and buying more special offers.
• Coles is launching a special offer for readers of this article to win one of 12 Coles gift cards valued at $10,000 each.
• The cost-of-living survey found that 67% of Australians are worried about their ability to cover costs, particularly young and older families.
• To manage the impact, Australians are implementing various food-saving measures and are actively budgeting by buying more specials, collecting loyalty program points, and delaying purchases of less urgent items.

So SDC members, don’t miss out on your chance to win a $10,000 Coles Gift Card, and stay tuned because you won't want to miss out on Coles' big announcement!

We want to know what you do to save money on groceries every week too. Do you have any tips for hunting down specials or meal prepping / buying in bulk? Let us know below!

Use cashback sites like Cashrewards, Shopback. Join the Entertainment Book and get upto 40% off at restaurants and entertainment, discounts on woolworths group gift cards - B.W.S., Dan Murphy ,Big W and Woolworths and Wish. You get between 4 and 5% off which adds up over the year to hundreds.

 

[Annna]

Checking on special offers and buying in bulk to meal prep for the coming fortnight.

 

[Suzanne rose]

As I have always said Shop and stock up on 1/2 price items.

Also meal plan and see what you can make that will last 2 to 3 days.

I have added recipes in the cooking forum eg chicken parmesan where you have it with vegetables day 1 and cut into chunks and served with pasta day 2 and any leftovers use on thick toast or buns with salad

 

[Suzanne rose]

Where do you actually enter. I can't find it on the Coles website

 

[baclo]

Where do you actually enter. I can't find it on the Coles website

where is

the site to enter!

 

[Shane/#]

These days, living expenses are going through the roof, and Aussies are feeling the pinch all too hard. It's no wonder, then, that recent research conducted by Coles found that 67 per cent of us are actively budgeting to reduce our household costs.

The survey, carried out earlier this month, interviewed over 4700 respondents and revealed just how far we're willing to go to make our hard-earned cash go that bit further.

To start with, more than 50 per cent are cooking more meals at home to save money, while 78 per cent are employing additional budget-savvy tactics such as freezing and reheating leftovers, making meals stretch further, and being lenient with ‘Best Before’ dates.

Struggling individuals and households are making some major dietary adjustments too.

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A recent survey by Coles has shown that the cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on our purchasing behaviour. Source: Shutterstock

Sixty per cent of those surveyed revealed they've been cutting back on treats, while 37 per cent are eating less meat and an 30 per cent are reducing their alcohol consumption.

It's not just individuals feeling the strain either; senior and younger families are particularly viewing their cost of living with worry and concern. Proportionally, 79 per cent of young families are feeling pressured to reduce their household outgoings, followed by 71 per cent of older families.

Knowing just how much pressure Aussies are feeling, Coles has recently announced a major offer for News Corp readers. They're giving away a dozen $10,000 Coles Gift Cards—in partnership with Coles the perfect accompaniment to those weekly shop trips! To be in with a chance of winning, you just need to share your top tip on what you do to make your money go further.

But that’s not all! Coles has also hinted at a major announcement coming next week which could be life-changing for shoppers struggling with their cost of living.

According to Coles Chief Customer Officer Amanda McVay, 'At Coles, we’ve always been focused on lowering the cost-of-living for Australians and, right now, we know it’s what they’re concerned about most.’

'Our customers are cooking more from home, are looking for more specials, are buying more own brand products and making more of their Flybuys to help with the weekly budget. Next week, we’re excited to share details on how we’ll be helping our customers find more value in more ways every time they shop with us.'

Key Takeaways

• A new survey conducted by Coles found that Australians are actively budgeting to reduce their household outgoings, with many cutting back on meat and alcohol and buying more special offers.
• Coles is launching a special offer for readers of this article to win one of 12 Coles gift cards valued at $10,000 each.
• The cost-of-living survey found that 67% of Australians are worried about their ability to cover costs, particularly young and older families.
• To manage the impact, Australians are implementing various food-saving measures and are actively budgeting by buying more specials, collecting loyalty program points, and delaying purchases of less urgent items.

So SDC members, don’t miss out on your chance to win a $10,000 Coles Gift Card, and stay tuned because you won't want to miss out on Coles' big announcement!

We want to know what you do to save money on groceries every week too. Do you have any tips for hunting down specials or meal prepping / buying in bulk? Let us know below!

Save money shop at ALDI's, Coles is a rip off

 

[ElizabethL]

These days, living expenses are going through the roof, and Aussies are feeling the pinch all too hard. It's no wonder, then, that recent research conducted by Coles found that 67 per cent of us are actively budgeting to reduce our household costs.

The survey, carried out earlier this month, interviewed over 4700 respondents and revealed just how far we're willing to go to make our hard-earned cash go that bit further.

To start with, more than 50 per cent are cooking more meals at home to save money, while 78 per cent are employing additional budget-savvy tactics such as freezing and reheating leftovers, making meals stretch further, and being lenient with ‘Best Before’ dates.

Struggling individuals and households are making some major dietary adjustments too.

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A recent survey by Coles has shown that the cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on our purchasing behaviour. Source: Shutterstock

Sixty per cent of those surveyed revealed they've been cutting back on treats, while 37 per cent are eating less meat and an 30 per cent are reducing their alcohol consumption.

It's not just individuals feeling the strain either; senior and younger families are particularly viewing their cost of living with worry and concern. Proportionally, 79 per cent of young families are feeling pressured to reduce their household outgoings, followed by 71 per cent of older families.

Knowing just how much pressure Aussies are feeling, Coles has recently announced a major offer for News Corp readers. They're giving away a dozen $10,000 Coles Gift Cards—in partnership with Coles the perfect accompaniment to those weekly shop trips! To be in with a chance of winning, you just need to share your top tip on what you do to make your money go further.

But that’s not all! Coles has also hinted at a major announcement coming next week which could be life-changing for shoppers struggling with their cost of living.

According to Coles Chief Customer Officer Amanda McVay, 'At Coles, we’ve always been focused on lowering the cost-of-living for Australians and, right now, we know it’s what they’re concerned about most.’

'Our customers are cooking more from home, are looking for more specials, are buying more own brand products and making more of their Flybuys to help with the weekly budget. Next week, we’re excited to share details on how we’ll be helping our customers find more value in more ways every time they shop with us.'

Key Takeaways

• A new survey conducted by Coles found that Australians are actively budgeting to reduce their household outgoings, with many cutting back on meat and alcohol and buying more special offers.
• Coles is launching a special offer for readers of this article to win one of 12 Coles gift cards valued at $10,000 each.
• The cost-of-living survey found that 67% of Australians are worried about their ability to cover costs, particularly young and older families.
• To manage the impact, Australians are implementing various food-saving measures and are actively budgeting by buying more specials, collecting loyalty program points, and delaying purchases of less urgent items.

So SDC members, don’t miss out on your chance to win a $10,000 Coles Gift Card, and stay tuned because you won't want to miss out on Coles' big announcement!

We want to know what you do to save money on groceries every week too. Do you have any tips for hunting down specials or meal prepping / buying in bulk? Let us know below!

 

[Trishabell]

These days, living expenses are going through the roof, and Aussies are feeling the pinch all too hard. It's no wonder, then, that recent research conducted by Coles found that 67 per cent of us are actively budgeting to reduce our household costs.

The survey, carried out earlier this month, interviewed over 4700 respondents and revealed just how far we're willing to go to make our hard-earned cash go that bit further.

To start with, more than 50 per cent are cooking more meals at home to save money, while 78 per cent are employing additional budget-savvy tactics such as freezing and reheating leftovers, making meals stretch further, and being lenient with ‘Best Before’ dates.

Struggling individuals and households are making some major dietary adjustments too.

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A recent survey by Coles has shown that the cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on our purchasing behaviour. Source: Shutterstock

Sixty per cent of those surveyed revealed they've been cutting back on treats, while 37 per cent are eating less meat and an 30 per cent are reducing their alcohol consumption.

It's not just individuals feeling the strain either; senior and younger families are particularly viewing their cost of living with worry and concern. Proportionally, 79 per cent of young families are feeling pressured to reduce their household outgoings, followed by 71 per cent of older families.

Knowing just how much pressure Aussies are feeling, Coles has recently announced a major offer for News Corp readers. They're giving away a dozen $10,000 Coles Gift Cards—in partnership with Coles the perfect accompaniment to those weekly shop trips! To be in with a chance of winning, you just need to share your top tip on what you do to make your money go further.

But that’s not all! Coles has also hinted at a major announcement coming next week which could be life-changing for shoppers struggling with their cost of living.

According to Coles Chief Customer Officer Amanda McVay, 'At Coles, we’ve always been focused on lowering the cost-of-living for Australians and, right now, we know it’s what they’re concerned about most.’

'Our customers are cooking more from home, are looking for more specials, are buying more own brand products and making more of their Flybuys to help with the weekly budget. Next week, we’re excited to share details on how we’ll be helping our customers find more value in more ways every time they shop with us.'

Key Takeaways

• A new survey conducted by Coles found that Australians are actively budgeting to reduce their household outgoings, with many cutting back on meat and alcohol and buying more special offers.
• Coles is launching a special offer for readers of this article to win one of 12 Coles gift cards valued at $10,000 each.
• The cost-of-living survey found that 67% of Australians are worried about their ability to cover costs, particularly young and older families.
• To manage the impact, Australians are implementing various food-saving measures and are actively budgeting by buying more specials, collecting loyalty program points, and delaying purchases of less urgent items.

So SDC members, don’t miss out on your chance to win a $10,000 Coles Gift Card, and stay tuned because you won't want to miss out on Coles' big announcement!

We want to know what you do to save money on groceries every week too. Do you have any tips for hunting down specials or meal prepping / buying in bulk? Let us know below!

I like to shop on Monday 1 week , Tuesday the following week , Wednesday the next week and so on. There is always something to eat youve forgotten about . After 7 shops you end up with 1 weeks grocery money left . So easy and simple . Trish

 

[ElizabethL]

I am saving more by not shopping at Coles exclusively.
I now go to Costco, Aldi and even IGA.

 

[Suzanne rose]

where is

the site to enter!

It's saying Coles is running a competition with gift cards as the prize. There is nothing on the Coles website showing this competition

 

[Kellettw]

Having a vege garden helps! Picked the biggest broccoli yesterday! The only vege I had to buy this week was potato & onions!

 

[Cheezil]

These days, living expenses are going through the roof, and Aussies are feeling the pinch all too hard. It's no wonder, then, that recent research conducted by Coles found that 67 per cent of us are actively budgeting to reduce our household costs.

The survey, carried out earlier this month, interviewed over 4700 respondents and revealed just how far we're willing to go to make our hard-earned cash go that bit further.

To start with, more than 50 per cent are cooking more meals at home to save money, while 78 per cent are employing additional budget-savvy tactics such as freezing and reheating leftovers, making meals stretch further, and being lenient with ‘Best Before’ dates.

Struggling individuals and households are making some major dietary adjustments too.

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A recent survey by Coles has shown that the cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on our purchasing behaviour. Source: Shutterstock

Sixty per cent of those surveyed revealed they've been cutting back on treats, while 37 per cent are eating less meat and an 30 per cent are reducing their alcohol consumption.

It's not just individuals feeling the strain either; senior and younger families are particularly viewing their cost of living with worry and concern. Proportionally, 79 per cent of young families are feeling pressured to reduce their household outgoings, followed by 71 per cent of older families.

Knowing just how much pressure Aussies are feeling, Coles has recently announced a major offer for News Corp readers. They're giving away a dozen $10,000 Coles Gift Cards—in partnership with Coles the perfect accompaniment to those weekly shop trips! To be in with a chance of winning, you just need to share your top tip on what you do to make your money go further.

But that’s not all! Coles has also hinted at a major announcement coming next week which could be life-changing for shoppers struggling with their cost of living.

According to Coles Chief Customer Officer Amanda McVay, 'At Coles, we’ve always been focused on lowering the cost-of-living for Australians and, right now, we know it’s what they’re concerned about most.’

'Our customers are cooking more from home, are looking for more specials, are buying more own brand products and making more of their Flybuys to help with the weekly budget. Next week, we’re excited to share details on how we’ll be helping our customers find more value in more ways every time they shop with us.'

Key Takeaways

• A new survey conducted by Coles found that Australians are actively budgeting to reduce their household outgoings, with many cutting back on meat and alcohol and buying more special offers.
• Coles is launching a special offer for readers of this article to win one of 12 Coles gift cards valued at $10,000 each.
• The cost-of-living survey found that 67% of Australians are worried about their ability to cover costs, particularly young and older families.
• To manage the impact, Australians are implementing various food-saving measures and are actively budgeting by buying more specials, collecting loyalty program points, and delaying purchases of less urgent items.

So SDC members, don’t miss out on your chance to win a $10,000 Coles Gift Card, and stay tuned because you won't want to miss out on Coles' big announcement!

We want to know what you do to save money on groceries every week too. Do you have any tips for hunting down specials or meal prepping / buying in bulk? Let us know below!

Hi, is there a link for this or is it on Coles facey page or a website? Anybody found it & entered? Thanks in advance folks

 

[DotP]

Always have a list , check all specials from Aldi,Woolies and Coles and shop and stock up on half price specials first up .Also check reward points offered , I have $1000.00 flybuy rewards collected this year

 

[Suzanne rose]

Hi, is there a link for this or is it on Coles facey page or a website? Anybody found it & entered? Thanks in advance folks

I found it you need to click on CHANCE in the article

 

[Suzanne rose]

You are not entering the competition here , YOU NEED TO CLICK ON CHANCE THAT IS IN THE ARTICLE

 

[mylittletibbies]

I like to shop on Monday 1 week , Tuesday the following week , Wednesday the next week and so on. There is always something to eat youve forgotten about . After 7 shops you end up with 1 weeks grocery money left . So easy and simple . Trish

From another Trish, I do exactly the same thing. My mother told me this years ago.
Also freeze all leftovers, then we have leftover night one night a week everyone just has a bit of everything, anything still left over goes to the dogs, as long as it doesn't contain onion.
To save on pet food I also cook up pasta or rice and all the peel from carrots, potatoes, pumpkin, chop up the outside cabbage leaves etc and add it to their meat. Saves a lot, and my vet always comments on the good condition of my dogs. Unfortunately my cat is fussy, only eats Felix, but I stock up on these when on special.

 

[Diedre]

These days, living expenses are going through the roof, and Aussies are feeling the pinch all too hard. It's no wonder, then, that recent research conducted by Coles found that 67 per cent of us are actively budgeting to reduce our household costs.

The survey, carried out earlier this month, interviewed over 4700 respondents and revealed just how far we're willing to go to make our hard-earned cash go that bit further.

To start with, more than 50 per cent are cooking more meals at home to save money, while 78 per cent are employing additional budget-savvy tactics such as freezing and reheating leftovers, making meals stretch further, and being lenient with ‘Best Before’ dates.

Struggling individuals and households are making some major dietary adjustments too.

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A recent survey by Coles has shown that the cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on our purchasing behaviour. Source: Shutterstock

Sixty per cent of those surveyed revealed they've been cutting back on treats, while 37 per cent are eating less meat and an 30 per cent are reducing their alcohol consumption.

It's not just individuals feeling the strain either; senior and younger families are particularly viewing their cost of living with worry and concern. Proportionally, 79 per cent of young families are feeling pressured to reduce their household outgoings, followed by 71 per cent of older families.

Knowing just how much pressure Aussies are feeling, Coles has recently announced a major offer for News Corp readers. They're giving away a dozen $10,000 Coles Gift Cards—in partnership with Coles the perfect accompaniment to those weekly shop trips! To be in with a chance of winning, you just need to share your top tip on what you do to make your money go further.

But that’s not all! Coles has also hinted at a major announcement coming next week which could be life-changing for shoppers struggling with their cost of living.

According to Coles Chief Customer Officer Amanda McVay, 'At Coles, we’ve always been focused on lowering the cost-of-living for Australians and, right now, we know it’s what they’re concerned about most.’

'Our customers are cooking more from home, are looking for more specials, are buying more own brand products and making more of their Flybuys to help with the weekly budget. Next week, we’re excited to share details on how we’ll be helping our customers find more value in more ways every time they shop with us.'

Key Takeaways

• A new survey conducted by Coles found that Australians are actively budgeting to reduce their household outgoings, with many cutting back on meat and alcohol and buying more special offers.
• Coles is launching a special offer for readers of this article to win one of 12 Coles gift cards valued at $10,000 each.
• The cost-of-living survey found that 67% of Australians are worried about their ability to cover costs, particularly young and older families.
• To manage the impact, Australians are implementing various food-saving measures and are actively budgeting by buying more specials, collecting loyalty program points, and delaying purchases of less urgent items.

So SDC members, don’t miss out on your chance to win a $10,000 Coles Gift Card, and stay tuned because you won't want to miss out on Coles' big announcement!

We want to know what you do to save money on groceries every week too. Do you have any tips for hunting down specials or meal prepping / buying in bulk? Let us know below!

Hi, saving is hard as the price of everything is going up, but my one tip is to buy in bulk when things are on special, meat in particular, Coles ofen has meatballs example buy 2 for a special price, for four people or two adults and children you can make at least three delicious meals, add pasta for spaghetti and meatballs or a sweet and sour sauce and serve with rice, and meatball wraps, all easy and tasty meals. All good value with Coles brand extras.