Coles receipt comparison highlights unfair reality of today's supermarket prices

Money is tighter than ever, and our members here at the SDC understand it can be tough to stretch your weekly budget, especially when prices for food, essential items and other necessities continually increase.

Just how much have prices gone up? Recently, one Coles shopper did the math to compare a few items on her grocery list to the prices she paid for the same items mere months ago, and the results are quite staggering.


The New South Wales mum compared an online order from late 2022 to current prices on the Coles website, listing 52 products and finding that, on average, individual items had increased in price by 21 per cent, or 64c.

The mum wrote: ‘So because I’m a data-driven wife and mother, who does the groceries, I decided to sit down and compare my online orders with Coles in the second half of 2022 vs prices now on their website. I’m not sure if anyone else finds this interesting (absolutely f*****) but here it is, Coles and their “down down” prices. These increases are in LESS than a year.’

The lowest increase was 5c for a kilo of Coles brand plain flour, while the biggest jump was an eye-watering 194 per cent on a 425g can of the supermarket’s sliced beetroot–now priced at $2.35 compared to 80c nine months prior.


Screenshot 2023-08-21 090251.png
A Coles shopper compared the supermarket item prices in 2022 vs 2023. Credit: Coles


In 2022, the total came to $192.80, but it is now up to $226.24-–an increase of $33.34 or 17 per cent.


The shopper listed big increases in prices for Parkers Pretzels (up 60 per cent) and Coles Choc Wafers (45 per cent).

But even the small increases add up over time—the same shopper found that panty liners were up 20c, ibuprofen had also gone up 20c and a four-pack of Coles brand double-length toilet paper rolls were 50c pricier.

The list, which was shared on social media, has snared the interest of many online users. One user wrote: ‘I still have screenshots of the catalogue from 2018/2019 in my phone. The difference in pricing is just crazy. I'll always remember the toilet paper price was a massive increase–$8.50 to $11.90 in one go.’


‘A lady after my own heart—I myself have gone back in and checked prices on my online orders—because I thought I was literally losing my mind with some of the price differences. The escalation is crazy—and certainly beyond 7-8 per cent “inflation”’, another user commented on the post.

Previously, Coles stated that the war in Ukraine and natural disasters like the New South Wales floods had resulted in price increases for some ingredients. They also cited the rising cost of labour, freight and packaging as contributing factors to the additional costs of processed food items.

In 2022, Coles revealed a $1.04 billion annual profit.


shutterstock_1089233159 (3).jpg
Coles said that increase in labour cost, freight and packaging contributed to the price increase of processed food in their stores. Credit: doublelee/Shutterstock


The National Food Supply Chain Alliance—which represents various sectors of the food industry—recently predicted that threats to the domestic supply chain would likely put pressure on grocery prices until the end of 2023, at least.


You can browse the shopper’s complete list here:
Screenshot 2023-08-21 103554.png

Key Takeaways
  • A Coles shopper has shared a price comparison of her online orders in late 2022 and mid-2023 to reveal the rising costs of supermarket products.
  • The comparison disclosed significant price hikes across food items, health and personal care products.
  • Various reasons have been cited by Coles for the increase in costs, including global conflicts, natural disasters impacting ingredients like wheat and soft vegetables, and rising costs of labour, freight and packaging.
  • The National Food Supply Chain Alliance forecasted last year that certain challenges and threats to Australia's domestic supply chain will likely continue to cause upward pressure on grocery prices until at least the end of 2023.

Members, we know how important it is to make a careful budget and always strive to get the best value for your money. But at the same time, it’s important to take note of today’s prices and compare them to past prices for more accurate budgeting. That way, you can better anticipate and manage any future price increases.

Did you notice the same trend in your local supermarkets? What item has the largest price increase? Let us know in the comments below!
 
Sponsored
Money is tighter than ever, and our members here at the SDC understand it can be tough to stretch your weekly budget, especially when prices for food, essential items and other necessities continually increase.

Just how much have prices gone up? Recently, one Coles shopper did the math to compare a few items on her grocery list to the prices she paid for the same items mere months ago, and the results are quite staggering.


The New South Wales mum compared an online order from late 2022 to current prices on the Coles website, listing 52 products and finding that, on average, individual items had increased in price by 21 per cent, or 64c.

The mum wrote: ‘So because I’m a data-driven wife and mother, who does the groceries, I decided to sit down and compare my online orders with Coles in the second half of 2022 vs prices now on their website. I’m not sure if anyone else finds this interesting (absolutely f*****) but here it is, Coles and their “down down” prices. These increases are in LESS than a year.’

The lowest increase was 5c for a kilo of Coles brand plain flour, while the biggest jump was an eye-watering 194 per cent on a 425g can of the supermarket’s sliced beetroot–now priced at $2.35 compared to 80c nine months prior.


View attachment 27925
A Coles shopper compared the supermarket item prices in 2022 vs 2023. Credit: Coles


In 2022, the total came to $192.80, but it is now up to $226.24-–an increase of $33.34 or 17 per cent.


The shopper listed big increases in prices for Parkers Pretzels (up 60 per cent) and Coles Choc Wafers (45 per cent).

But even the small increases add up over time—the same shopper found that panty liners were up 20c, ibuprofen had also gone up 20c and a four-pack of Coles brand double-length toilet paper rolls were 50c pricier.

The list, which was shared on social media, has snared the interest of many online users. One user wrote: ‘I still have screenshots of the catalogue from 2018/2019 in my phone. The difference in pricing is just crazy. I'll always remember the toilet paper price was a massive increase–$8.50 to $11.90 in one go.’


‘A lady after my own heart—I myself have gone back in and checked prices on my online orders—because I thought I was literally losing my mind with some of the price differences. The escalation is crazy—and certainly beyond 7-8 per cent “inflation”’, another user commented on the post.

Previously, Coles stated that the war in Ukraine and natural disasters like the New South Wales floods had resulted in price increases for some ingredients. They also cited the rising cost of labour, freight and packaging as contributing factors to the additional costs of processed food items.

In 2022, Coles revealed a $1.04 billion annual profit.


View attachment 27926
Coles said that increase in labour cost, freight and packaging contributed to the price increase of processed food in their stores. Credit: doublelee/Shutterstock


The National Food Supply Chain Alliance—which represents various sectors of the food industry—recently predicted that threats to the domestic supply chain would likely put pressure on grocery prices until the end of 2023, at least.


You can browse the shopper’s complete list here:

Key Takeaways

  • A Coles shopper has shared a price comparison of her online orders in late 2022 and mid-2023 to reveal the rising costs of supermarket products.
  • The comparison disclosed significant price hikes across food items, health and personal care products.
  • Various reasons have been cited by Coles for the increase in costs, including global conflicts, natural disasters impacting ingredients like wheat and soft vegetables, and rising costs of labour, freight and packaging.
  • The National Food Supply Chain Alliance forecasted last year that certain challenges and threats to Australia's domestic supply chain will likely continue to cause upward pressure on grocery prices until at least the end of 2023.

Members, we know how important it is to make a careful budget and always strive to get the best value for your money. But at the same time, it’s important to take note of today’s prices and compare them to past prices for more accurate budgeting. That way, you can better anticipate and manage any future price increases.

Did you notice the same trend in your local supermarkets? What item has the largest price increase? Let us know in the comments below!
yes, not only Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, petrol, electricity, gas, wood, all is dearer and is getting dearer; I do not accept all the excuses, most are fake, since the companies are still making top profits!
 
  • Like
Reactions: Vio Kot
I rarely used to check prices in the past because an increase was a couple of cents here and there per item. But now it seems increases for all items are across the board on a weekly basis. Yet they don't pay their staff any increase, they put on more self service counters and half the time the shelves aren't properly stocked. So everything goes up except people's wages. It just doesn't seem to add up. Yet we can afford to send money overseas to assist and purchase subs and planes and other bullshit 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️
 
I read this morning that Coles has recorded $1 billion in profits.

Its time people supported IGA and local grocers, there, at least you know the prices are a bit dearer but they support local sports and other organisations.....Woolies, Coles & Aldi only support share holders.
 
I rarely used to check prices in the past because an increase was a couple of cents here and there per item. But now it seems increases for all items are across the board on a weekly basis. Yet they don't pay their staff any increase, they put on more self service counters and half the time the shelves aren't properly stocked. So everything goes up except people's wages. It just doesn't seem to add up. Yet we can afford to send money overseas to assist and purchase subs and planes and other bullshit 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️
Australia is a sitting duck; we have allowed successive governments to put Defense budgets to the bottom of the pile. Now we are in a crucial era, we have practically no defense. You won't have to worry about the cost of food if we were in a war, you'd get what you were given.
 
Who buys Aussie made stuff,
MMMMMMMMEEEEEE, and I buy from Op shops, recycle, reuse and will not buy anything marked" Made in China" I look at something and say, "Do I need it .....or do I want it" If it is want it. I put it back.So many people are wastefull. I got a brand-new pair of Sketchers, still in the box marked $105, for $15 ,they are so comfortable.
 
Money is tighter than ever, and our members here at the SDC understand it can be tough to stretch your weekly budget, especially when prices for food, essential items and other necessities continually increase.

Just how much have prices gone up? Recently, one Coles shopper did the math to compare a few items on her grocery list to the prices she paid for the same items mere months ago, and the results are quite staggering.


The New South Wales mum compared an online order from late 2022 to current prices on the Coles website, listing 52 products and finding that, on average, individual items had increased in price by 21 per cent, or 64c.

The mum wrote: ‘So because I’m a data-driven wife and mother, who does the groceries, I decided to sit down and compare my online orders with Coles in the second half of 2022 vs prices now on their website. I’m not sure if anyone else finds this interesting (absolutely f*****) but here it is, Coles and their “down down” prices. These increases are in LESS than a year.’

The lowest increase was 5c for a kilo of Coles brand plain flour, while the biggest jump was an eye-watering 194 per cent on a 425g can of the supermarket’s sliced beetroot–now priced at $2.35 compared to 80c nine months prior.


View attachment 27925
A Coles shopper compared the supermarket item prices in 2022 vs 2023. Credit: Coles


In 2022, the total came to $192.80, but it is now up to $226.24-–an increase of $33.34 or 17 per cent.


The shopper listed big increases in prices for Parkers Pretzels (up 60 per cent) and Coles Choc Wafers (45 per cent).

But even the small increases add up over time—the same shopper found that panty liners were up 20c, ibuprofen had also gone up 20c and a four-pack of Coles brand double-length toilet paper rolls were 50c pricier.

The list, which was shared on social media, has snared the interest of many online users. One user wrote: ‘I still have screenshots of the catalogue from 2018/2019 in my phone. The difference in pricing is just crazy. I'll always remember the toilet paper price was a massive increase–$8.50 to $11.90 in one go.’


‘A lady after my own heart—I myself have gone back in and checked prices on my online orders—because I thought I was literally losing my mind with some of the price differences. The escalation is crazy—and certainly beyond 7-8 per cent “inflation”’, another user commented on the post.

Previously, Coles stated that the war in Ukraine and natural disasters like the New South Wales floods had resulted in price increases for some ingredients. They also cited the rising cost of labour, freight and packaging as contributing factors to the additional costs of processed food items.

In 2022, Coles revealed a $1.04 billion annual profit.


View attachment 27926
Coles said that increase in labour cost, freight and packaging contributed to the price increase of processed food in their stores. Credit: doublelee/Shutterstock


The National Food Supply Chain Alliance—which represents various sectors of the food industry—recently predicted that threats to the domestic supply chain would likely put pressure on grocery prices until the end of 2023, at least.


You can browse the shopper’s complete list here:

Key Takeaways

  • A Coles shopper has shared a price comparison of her online orders in late 2022 and mid-2023 to reveal the rising costs of supermarket products.
  • The comparison disclosed significant price hikes across food items, health and personal care products.
  • Various reasons have been cited by Coles for the increase in costs, including global conflicts, natural disasters impacting ingredients like wheat and soft vegetables, and rising costs of labour, freight and packaging.
  • The National Food Supply Chain Alliance forecasted last year that certain challenges and threats to Australia's domestic supply chain will likely continue to cause upward pressure on grocery prices until at least the end of 2023.

Members, we know how important it is to make a careful budget and always strive to get the best value for your money. But at the same time, it’s important to take note of today’s prices and compare them to past prices for more accurate budgeting. That way, you can better anticipate and manage any future price increases.

Did you notice the same trend in your local supermarkets? What item has the largest price increase? Let us know in the comments below!
 
Why would a bag of my dogs favourite kibble go from $12 to $15 in the space of a week for example?Never mind inflation or the "supply chain"look at the humoungus profits!!EXPLOITATION it's called dear consumer
 
  • Like
Reactions: Defiant540
while the average Australian struggles each week, the Coles shareholders rub their greedy little hands together just like dirty little Alley Cats.....Coles, you disgust me.
 
Why buy paper bags, they can easily split if you have a lot of can foods in them, use the cloth bags, you can wash them and reuse them, not only that by using paper bags we are cutting more trees down which is bad.
 
Money is tighter than ever, and our members here at the SDC understand it can be tough to stretch your weekly budget, especially when prices for food, essential items and other necessities continually increase.

Just how much have prices gone up? Recently, one Coles shopper did the math to compare a few items on her grocery list to the prices she paid for the same items mere months ago, and the results are quite staggering.


The New South Wales mum compared an online order from late 2022 to current prices on the Coles website, listing 52 products and finding that, on average, individual items had increased in price by 21 per cent, or 64c.

The mum wrote: ‘So because I’m a data-driven wife and mother, who does the groceries, I decided to sit down and compare my online orders with Coles in the second half of 2022 vs prices now on their website. I’m not sure if anyone else finds this interesting (absolutely f*****) but here it is, Coles and their “down down” prices. These increases are in LESS than a year.’

The lowest increase was 5c for a kilo of Coles brand plain flour, while the biggest jump was an eye-watering 194 per cent on a 425g can of the supermarket’s sliced beetroot–now priced at $2.35 compared to 80c nine months prior.


View attachment 27925
A Coles shopper compared the supermarket item prices in 2022 vs 2023. Credit: Coles


In 2022, the total came to $192.80, but it is now up to $226.24-–an increase of $33.34 or 17 per cent.


The shopper listed big increases in prices for Parkers Pretzels (up 60 per cent) and Coles Choc Wafers (45 per cent).

But even the small increases add up over time—the same shopper found that panty liners were up 20c, ibuprofen had also gone up 20c and a four-pack of Coles brand double-length toilet paper rolls were 50c pricier.

The list, which was shared on social media, has snared the interest of many online users. One user wrote: ‘I still have screenshots of the catalogue from 2018/2019 in my phone. The difference in pricing is just crazy. I'll always remember the toilet paper price was a massive increase–$8.50 to $11.90 in one go.’


‘A lady after my own heart—I myself have gone back in and checked prices on my online orders—because I thought I was literally losing my mind with some of the price differences. The escalation is crazy—and certainly beyond 7-8 per cent “inflation”’, another user commented on the post.

Previously, Coles stated that the war in Ukraine and natural disasters like the New South Wales floods had resulted in price increases for some ingredients. They also cited the rising cost of labour, freight and packaging as contributing factors to the additional costs of processed food items.

In 2022, Coles revealed a $1.04 billion annual profit.


View attachment 27926
Coles said that increase in labour cost, freight and packaging contributed to the price increase of processed food in their stores. Credit: doublelee/Shutterstock


The National Food Supply Chain Alliance—which represents various sectors of the food industry—recently predicted that threats to the domestic supply chain would likely put pressure on grocery prices until the end of 2023, at least.


You can browse the shopper’s complete list here:

Key Takeaways

  • A Coles shopper has shared a price comparison of her online orders in late 2022 and mid-2023 to reveal the rising costs of supermarket products.
  • The comparison disclosed significant price hikes across food items, health and personal care products.
  • Various reasons have been cited by Coles for the increase in costs, including global conflicts, natural disasters impacting ingredients like wheat and soft vegetables, and rising costs of labour, freight and packaging.
  • The National Food Supply Chain Alliance forecasted last year that certain challenges and threats to Australia's domestic supply chain will likely continue to cause upward pressure on grocery prices until at least the end of 2023.

Members, we know how important it is to make a careful budget and always strive to get the best value for your money. But at the same time, it’s important to take note of today’s prices and compare them to past prices for more accurate budgeting. That way, you can better anticipate and manage any future price increases.

Did you notice the same trend in your local supermarkets? What item has the largest price increase? Let us know in the comments below!
But go back say…….. 4 years and guarantee 300% increase on some things, I remember supperdoopers selling for $2-90 now there like $8 to $10, it just out of control 🥹😢
 
I noticed the majority of items on the list are processed food which are full of garbage. I mainly shop for fresh seafood, meat, vegies, fruit, dairy & of course paper products. I only buy mushrooms loose (Packaged are always dearer) and only when on special these days (they were $9.50 Kg last week). We have our own vegie & herb garden and have had for 50 years. We did have 3 citrus trees until last year & then they all died (strange) We have strawberries in vegepod and passionfruit growing in the garden. I DIY laundry liquid $35 per 10 Lt, dishwasher powder, cleaning products. I don't buy any personal products including toothpaste & medications etc as our house is toxic chemical free as much as possible. Why pay for things that are poisoning us? I would rather spend more on non-toxic products as you can't put a price on your health. Yes my groceries have gone up - nearly had a heart attack 3 weeks ago when I saw the price of Salmon had gone up $10 per Kg to $46 so haven't had any for a few weeks. If you really need to have biscuits & cakes try making your own (if you have children it is a nice thing to do at the weekend with them and they always enjoy cleaning the bowl out after. LOL. I do buy savoury biscuits to go with cheese platters when we have family get together's & I also buy cakes occasionally. If you looked into the ingredients of the processed food & the side effects I think people would be shocked. We need to go back to non-toxic food.
Unfortunately, most people choose convenience before effort, these days. The feeling of satisfaction you get from physically doing/completing something is disappearing from our lives.
 
  • Sad
Reactions: Ann Melling
And ALDI, shop at Independant Grocery shops like IGA which supports the community they live in.
They are just as bad... but not as bad. It has got to the point where I buy ALL my vegetables and fruit at the local greengrocer... cheaper and better quality. The others are seconds. Tired and lifeless
 
  • Like
Reactions: Ann Melling
Anyone who shops at Cole or Woollies has rocks in their head...get real people....Coles and Woollies are in the business of making money, lots of it, by screwing the customer or the supplier.. haven't shopped at Coles or Woollies for love 20 years and don't intend to till the day I die. I go into their store and can't stop laughing ..... as all the sheep grazing stagger me.
MOSTLY TRAVELLING BACK ROADS I FOUND IGA NOT TOO BAD PRICE WISE AND LATELY CHEAPER ON SOME OF THOSE BRANDS MENTIONED HERE .
 
  • Like
Reactions: Linwar and IAN3005
They are just as bad... but not as bad. It has got to the point where I buy ALL my vegetables and fruit at the local greengrocer... cheaper and better quality. The others are seconds. Tired and lifeless
IGA support local sports and organizations. Try getting a sponsorship from Woolies and Coles..... it will never happen. IGA allow locals to have sausage sizzles out the front of their shops to support cancer, disability, mental health etc, try asking Woolies and Coles can you have a sausage sizzle out the front...... it will never happen. Their prices might be just a bit more but they dont have the turnover of the big 3
 
  • Like
Reactions: Ann Melling

Join the conversation

News, deals, games, and bargains for Aussies over 60. From everyday expenses like groceries and eating out, to electronics, fashion and travel, the club is all about helping you make your money go further.

Seniors Discount Club

The SDC searches for the best deals, discounts, and bargains for Aussies over 60. From everyday expenses like groceries and eating out, to electronics, fashion and travel, the club is all about helping you make your money go further.
  1. New members
  2. Jokes & fun
  3. Photography
  4. Nostalgia / Yesterday's Australia
  5. Food and Lifestyle
  6. Money Saving Hacks
  7. Offtopic / Everything else

Latest Articles

  • We believe that retirement should be a time to relax and enjoy life, not worry about money. That's why we're here to help our members make the most of their retirement years. If you're over 60 and looking for ways to save money, connect with others, and have a laugh, we’d love to have you aboard.
  • Advertise with us

User Menu

Enjoyed Reading our Story?

  • Share this forum to your loved ones.
Change Weather Postcode×
Change Petrol Postcode×