The start of the year can be a financially challenging time for many Australian families. The festive season hangover is still lingering, and post-holiday expenses are piling up.

Add to this the high grocery prices and the enticing sales displays of hot cross buns and Easter chocolates, and it's clear that every dollar needs to be stretched to its maximum potential.

Like many others, you might have already started purchasing less expensive cuts of meat and ensuring that nothing you buy goes to waste, especially fruits and vegetables.

But what if there was a way to save even more on your grocery bill?

This week, 9Honey writer Jo Abi found herself in a dilemma many can relate to: her family had run out of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwashing tablets, and other cleaning products all at once.

The thing is, most of these items can be a bit pricey, especially at supermarket stores.

So, Abi tried to find these items at lower costs outside of giant retailers, mainly at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse.

Household items such as laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids and other cleaning products can be bought cheaper at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse. Image: Chemist Warehouse

‘I shop at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse, but mostly for other items. At the Reject Shop I usually buy affordable wrapping paper and gift cards, cat litter and photo frames. I also bought some great little colourful Japanese food bowls there,’ Abi shared.

‘Chemist Warehouse is perfect for when I need vitamins, cosmetics (mostly nail stuff), my son's Listerine, shampoo, conditioner and body wash.’

‘But have you ever noticed both The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse sell cleaning products? And really cheaply too,’ she added.

At The Reject Shop, Abi found Finish Classic dishwashing tablets selling 110 tab packs, 2 for $36.

They also had Handee Ultra paper towels, a six-pack for $8.50, and popular laundry capsules selling at two for $29.

Abi also went to Chemist Warehouse, where they were selling Finish dishwashing products for a fraction of what they cost, as well as White King bathroom cleaning products, Power Gel for $3.99 and Bleach Spray for $4.49.

By purchasing these products outside of supermarkets, Abi saved at least $40, which left her with more money to spend on food.

Furthermore, maybe you could try and take a look at what you are buying at your local supermarket and see if any of the non-food items you buy frequently can be purchased somewhere else each month for lower prices at The Reject Shop, Chemist Warehouse, and other discount outlets.

Supermarkets are designed to make you spend more. They employ a range of strategies to encourage you to fill your trolley.

One such strategy is the placement of essential items like milk and bread at the back of the store, forcing you to walk past a plethora of other tempting products.

It's also common for supermarkets to place more expensive items at eye level, while cheaper alternatives are placed on lower or higher shelves.

Supermarkets also capitalise on our tendency to associate larger packages with better value. However, this is not always the case, and it's important to check the unit price (the cost per litre, kilogram, or item) to ensure you're getting the best deal.

Lastly, supermarkets often place non-food items like cleaning products, toiletries, and pet supplies in the same area, making it convenient for you to pick them up during your grocery shop.

However, as Abi showed us, these items can often be found cheaper elsewhere.

Key Takeaways

• 9Honey writer Jo Abi found herself in a dilemma of running out of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwashing tablets, and other cleaning products at the same time.
• Abi tried to find items at lower costs outside of giant retailers, mainly at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse.
• Abi said that these discount outlets frequently offer great deals on products like dishwashing tablets, paper towels, laundry liquid, and bathroom cleaning products, saving her at least $40 more money to spend on food.
• Taking a look to see if any of the non-food items you buy frequently can be purchased for lower prices at other discount outlets is a good way to save.

What are your tips for saving money on groceries? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

 

[Mr Chips]

I shop with Woolworths for a few reasons, the main being that they deliver. I do not have my own transport and due to medical conditions have a few issues going to the supermarkets. I love the $2.00 shops even though most of their items are not but I also look out for the specials offered by Woolworths especially on cleaning products which is when I buy them (delivered to the door). Their specials make the prices super cheap and very much compatible with the $2.00 shops. Priceline, The Reject Shop and similar stores are great to go around as they stock large ranges of their specialist items that are not available via Woolworths and you can see them and experience the prices with ease. Just my thoughts though.

 

[goatwhisperer]

The start of the year can be a financially challenging time for many Australian families. The festive season hangover is still lingering, and post-holiday expenses are piling up.

Add to this the high grocery prices and the enticing sales displays of hot cross buns and Easter chocolates, and it's clear that every dollar needs to be stretched to its maximum potential.

Like many others, you might have already started purchasing less expensive cuts of meat and ensuring that nothing you buy goes to waste, especially fruits and vegetables.

But what if there was a way to save even more on your grocery bill?

This week, 9Honey writer Jo Abi found herself in a dilemma many can relate to: her family had run out of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwashing tablets, and other cleaning products all at once.

The thing is, most of these items can be a bit pricey, especially at supermarket stores.

So, Abi tried to find these items at lower costs outside of giant retailers, mainly at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse.

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Household items such as laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids and other cleaning products can be bought cheaper at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse. Image: Chemist Warehouse

‘I shop at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse, but mostly for other items. At the Reject Shop I usually buy affordable wrapping paper and gift cards, cat litter and photo frames. I also bought some great little colourful Japanese food bowls there,’ Abi shared.

‘Chemist Warehouse is perfect for when I need vitamins, cosmetics (mostly nail stuff), my son's Listerine, shampoo, conditioner and body wash.’

‘But have you ever noticed both The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse sell cleaning products? And really cheaply too,’ she added.

At The Reject Shop, Abi found Finish Classic dishwashing tablets selling 110 tab packs, 2 for $36.

They also had Handee Ultra paper towels, a six-pack for $8.50, and popular laundry capsules selling at two for $29.

Abi also went to Chemist Warehouse, where they were selling Finish dishwashing products for a fraction of what they cost, as well as White King bathroom cleaning products, Power Gel for $3.99 and Bleach Spray for $4.49.

By purchasing these products outside of supermarkets, Abi saved at least $40, which left her with more money to spend on food.

Furthermore, maybe you could try and take a look at what you are buying at your local supermarket and see if any of the non-food items you buy frequently can be purchased somewhere else each month for lower prices at The Reject Shop, Chemist Warehouse, and other discount outlets.

Supermarkets are designed to make you spend more. They employ a range of strategies to encourage you to fill your trolley.

One such strategy is the placement of essential items like milk and bread at the back of the store, forcing you to walk past a plethora of other tempting products.

It's also common for supermarkets to place more expensive items at eye level, while cheaper alternatives are placed on lower or higher shelves.

Supermarkets also capitalise on our tendency to associate larger packages with better value. However, this is not always the case, and it's important to check the unit price (the cost per litre, kilogram, or item) to ensure you're getting the best deal.

Lastly, supermarkets often place non-food items like cleaning products, toiletries, and pet supplies in the same area, making it convenient for you to pick them up during your grocery shop.

However, as Abi showed us, these items can often be found cheaper elsewhere.

Key Takeaways

• 9Honey writer Jo Abi found herself in a dilemma of running out of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwashing tablets, and other cleaning products at the same time.
• Abi tried to find items at lower costs outside of giant retailers, mainly at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse.
• Abi said that these discount outlets frequently offer great deals on products like dishwashing tablets, paper towels, laundry liquid, and bathroom cleaning products, saving her at least $40 more money to spend on food.
• Taking a look to see if any of the non-food items you buy frequently can be purchased for lower prices at other discount outlets is a good way to save.

What are your tips for saving money on groceries? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Besides the Reject Shop, I use Silly Solly's which has nothing over the price of $5. They even have a freezer section with frozen foods including meals from $3 to $5.

 

[PattiB]

Besides the Reject Shop, I use Silly Solly's which has nothing over the price of $5. They even have a freezer section with frozen foods including meals from $3 to $5.

What is Silly Solly’s? Obviously they’re not in Tassie along with Aldi etc.

 

[marni]

I shop with Woolworths for a few reasons, the main being that they deliver. I do not have my own transport and due to medical conditions have a few issues going to the supermarkets. I love the $2.00 shops even though most of their items are not but I also look out for the specials offered by Woolworths especially on cleaning products which is when I buy them (delivered to the door). Their specials make the prices super cheap and very much compatible with the $2.00 shops. Priceline, The Reject Shop and similar stores are great to go around as they stock large ranges of their specialist items that are not available via Woolworths and you can see them and experience the prices with ease. Just my thoughts though.

I like online shopping. Coles has $2 delivery windows for shop delivery sometimes but mainly $4. If you are home a lot anyway why pay Woolworths $15 for delivery

 

[Jan Purcell]

NEVER HEARD OF SILLY SOLLY'S I LIKE THE REJECT SHOP TO.

 

[mylittletibbies]

I have always shopped at Chemist Warehouse, I wait until the items I need are 50 % off and then I buy six, they will always be back on special again before I need to replenish stock. Vitamins, hair products, makeup etc.
Also Reject shop for kitty litter, much cheaper than elsewhere. Just this week I bought a box of Dentastix for the dogs 70 for $36. A pack of 7 was $7.85 elsewhere. Less than half price.
I never shop at Woolies anymore unless it is for 50% specials.
Aldi's cleaning products are also very cheap and work well.
You can save a lot of money if you shop around. It took me a while to work my system out, but I almost never pay full price for anything.
That includes electrical goods, just about anything. Always ask for best price you've got nothing to loose and I've never not received a discount.
When I moved to my new home I purchased fridge, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher , 900cm oven and rangehood in Good Guys, all items were already on sale but I negotiated a further 10% discount and free delivery by buying all the items in the one place. I saved hundreds of dollars more by just asking.

I also bought a little book years ago called "Saving Money is Easy" by Cath Armstrong, has loads of ways to save money. It was a follow up to Debt Free, Cashed Up and Laughing. She is known as the Queen of Thrift and creator of the website cheapskates.com.au.

 

[lonelyasacloud]

Aldi & Woolworths half price specials. Wash dishes by hand

 

[nannaval]

What is Silly Solly’s? Obviously they’re not in Tassie along with Aldi etc.

Or WA

 

[MC12]

Save even more $$ by using DIY cleaning products - white vinegar, and bicarb soda will do most jobs, and much cheaper than "cleaning products", besides all the cupboard space they save. Most cleaning products are just marketing, we've been duped into thinking that the product that does the kitchen is different to the bathroom cleaner. Etc.

 

[Leenie]

Or WA

Silly solleys is similar to the reject shop etc has been in qld for close 40 years they do have some good products ,I bought a beautiful crystal cut vase approx 25 cm to put on my mother’s grave ,a week later it was gone. They left Maryborough several years ago and are now back in Hervey Bay. Haven’t been down there since they came back and now advertise nothing over $5 . Have no idea what they stock now.

 

[Jennylolo]

What is Silly Solly’s? Obviously they’re not in Tassie along with Aldi etc.

nor SA. Not heard of them.

 

[Bridgit]

Silly solleys is similar to the reject shop etc has been in qld for close 40 years they do have some good products ,I bought a beautiful crystal cut vase approx 25 cm to put on my mother’s grave ,a week later it was gone. They left Maryborough several years ago and are now back in Hervey Bay. Haven’t been down there since they came back and now advertise nothing over $5 . Have no idea what they stock now.

Everything - you would be surprised. Solly started again in Rocky with a young man with the smarts like Solly - you could spend hours going around looking at everything and for the most part the quality is good.

 

[Lesle]

The start of the year can be a financially challenging time for many Australian families. The festive season hangover is still lingering, and post-holiday expenses are piling up.

Add to this the high grocery prices and the enticing sales displays of hot cross buns and Easter chocolates, and it's clear that every dollar needs to be stretched to its maximum potential.

Like many others, you might have already started purchasing less expensive cuts of meat and ensuring that nothing you buy goes to waste, especially fruits and vegetables.

But what if there was a way to save even more on your grocery bill?

This week, 9Honey writer Jo Abi found herself in a dilemma many can relate to: her family had run out of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwashing tablets, and other cleaning products all at once.

The thing is, most of these items can be a bit pricey, especially at supermarket stores.

So, Abi tried to find these items at lower costs outside of giant retailers, mainly at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse.

View attachment 39535

Household items such as laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids and other cleaning products can be bought cheaper at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse. Image: Chemist Warehouse

‘I shop at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse, but mostly for other items. At the Reject Shop I usually buy affordable wrapping paper and gift cards, cat litter and photo frames. I also bought some great little colourful Japanese food bowls there,’ Abi shared.

‘Chemist Warehouse is perfect for when I need vitamins, cosmetics (mostly nail stuff), my son's Listerine, shampoo, conditioner and body wash.’

‘But have you ever noticed both The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse sell cleaning products? And really cheaply too,’ she added.

At The Reject Shop, Abi found Finish Classic dishwashing tablets selling 110 tab packs, 2 for $36.

They also had Handee Ultra paper towels, a six-pack for $8.50, and popular laundry capsules selling at two for $29.

Abi also went to Chemist Warehouse, where they were selling Finish dishwashing products for a fraction of what they cost, as well as White King bathroom cleaning products, Power Gel for $3.99 and Bleach Spray for $4.49.

By purchasing these products outside of supermarkets, Abi saved at least $40, which left her with more money to spend on food.

Furthermore, maybe you could try and take a look at what you are buying at your local supermarket and see if any of the non-food items you buy frequently can be purchased somewhere else each month for lower prices at The Reject Shop, Chemist Warehouse, and other discount outlets.

Supermarkets are designed to make you spend more. They employ a range of strategies to encourage you to fill your trolley.

One such strategy is the placement of essential items like milk and bread at the back of the store, forcing you to walk past a plethora of other tempting products.

It's also common for supermarkets to place more expensive items at eye level, while cheaper alternatives are placed on lower or higher shelves.

Supermarkets also capitalise on our tendency to associate larger packages with better value. However, this is not always the case, and it's important to check the unit price (the cost per litre, kilogram, or item) to ensure you're getting the best deal.

Lastly, supermarkets often place non-food items like cleaning products, toiletries, and pet supplies in the same area, making it convenient for you to pick them up during your grocery shop.

However, as Abi showed us, these items can often be found cheaper elsewhere.

Key Takeaways

• 9Honey writer Jo Abi found herself in a dilemma of running out of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwashing tablets, and other cleaning products at the same time.
• Abi tried to find items at lower costs outside of giant retailers, mainly at The Reject Shop and Chemist Warehouse.
• Abi said that these discount outlets frequently offer great deals on products like dishwashing tablets, paper towels, laundry liquid, and bathroom cleaning products, saving her at least $40 more money to spend on food.
• Taking a look to see if any of the non-food items you buy frequently can be purchased for lower prices at other discount outlets is a good way to save.

What are your tips for saving money on groceries? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

I love the Reject shop but never thought of Chemist warehouse though I do buy at my local chemist who have great sales every week on personal items

 

[Leenie]

I love the Reject shop but never thought of Chemist warehouse though I do buy at my local chemist who have great sales every week on personal items

 

[Leenie]

I went into Chemist Warehouse before Xmas to purchase a nail file kit ,the cost was $17 for a file ,clippers ,tweezers on a cardboard backing, decided to look elsewhere ,and found the same at Priceline for $11, have been back to Priceline since New Year the price now $19 . Pays to look around.

 

[EJMHK]

I have always shopped at Chemist Warehouse, I wait until the items I need are 50 % off and then I buy six, they will always be back on special again before I need to replenish stock. Vitamins, hair products, makeup etc.
Also Reject shop for kitty litter, much cheaper than elsewhere. Just this week I bought a box of Dentastix for the dogs 70 for $36. A pack of 7 was $7.85 elsewhere. Less than half price.
I never shop at Woolies anymore unless it is for 50% specials.
Aldi's cleaning products are also very cheap and work well.
You can save a lot of money if you shop around. It took me a while to work my system out, but I almost never pay full price for anything.
That includes electrical goods, just about anything. Always ask for best price you've got nothing to loose and I've never not received a discount.
When I moved to my new home I purchased fridge, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher , 900cm oven and rangehood in Good Guys, all items were already on sale but I negotiated a further 10% discount and free delivery by buying all the items in the one place. I saved hundreds of dollars more by just asking.

I also bought a little book years ago called "Saving Money is Easy" by Cath Armstrong, has loads of ways to save money. It was a follow up to Debt Free, Cashed Up and Laughing. She is known as the Queen of Thrift and creator of the website cheapskates.com.au.

Cheapskate website is not a secure site. I am wary of using web sites that are not secure.

 

[Da Freddo]

I have always shopped at Chemist Warehouse, I wait until the items I need are 50 % off and then I buy six, they will always be back on special again before I need to replenish stock. Vitamins, hair products, makeup etc.
Also Reject shop for kitty litter, much cheaper than elsewhere. Just this week I bought a box of Dentastix for the dogs 70 for $36. A pack of 7 was $7.85 elsewhere. Less than half price.
I never shop at Woolies anymore unless it is for 50% specials.
Aldi's cleaning products are also very cheap and work well.
You can save a lot of money if you shop around. It took me a while to work my system out, but I almost never pay full price for anything.
That includes electrical goods, just about anything. Always ask for best price you've got nothing to loose and I've never not received a discount.
When I moved to my new home I purchased fridge, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher , 900cm oven and rangehood in Good Guys, all items were already on sale but I negotiated a further 10% discount and free delivery by buying all the items in the one place. I saved hundreds of dollars more by just asking.

I also bought a little book years ago called "Saving Money is Easy" by Cath Armstrong, has loads of ways to save money. It was a follow up to Debt Free, Cashed Up and Laughing. She is known as the Queen of Thrift and creator of the website cheapskates.com.au.

Thanks, MYLITTLETIBBIES, I would have never thought of Chemist Warehouse or Reject Shop.
There you go, listening to other people's experiences will pay off.
Thanks again.

 

[Iggydi]

Save even more $$ by using DIY cleaning products - white vinegar, and bicarb soda will do most jobs, and much cheaper than "cleaning products", besides all the cupboard space they save. Most cleaning products are just marketing, we've been duped into thinking that the product that does the kitchen is different to the bathroom cleaner. Etc.

That is what I was going to write too. I haven't bought cleaning stuff for kitchen, bathroom for ever. I also use bi carb soda as my fabric softener and I clean the drains with vinegar, bi carb and hot water. When my daughter needed money (instead of just handing money over to her) we got her to clean our unit but she used some horrible smelling cleaning products and my husband got sick each time she cleaned.

 

[mylittletibbies]

Cheapskate website is not a secure site. I am wary of using web sites that are not secure.

As far as I know, the cheapskate website l'm talking about is just an information site, they don't sell anything.