Don’t miss out on this hidden feature at your local supermarket!
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As we navigate the aisles of our local supermarkets, with shopping lists and budget in mind, it's easy to overlook the subtle differences each store may offer.
But for those of us who are keen to stretch our dollars further, especially when the cost of living seems to be on a perpetual rise, there's a hidden feature at your local supermarket that could be a game-changer for your grocery budget.
Nine Honey’s ‘Supermarket Sleuths’ columnist Jo Abi uncovered a surprising aspect of shopping that many have never noticed.
‘I was reminded of this recently when I was walking into my nearest Woolworths store in Baulkham Hills and saw large sacks of onions and potatoes at the entrance,’ she said.
‘They were priced really well and I briefly considered buying one of each before realising I'd never get through them myself, but I'd certainly consider buying them and dividing them up with my family.’
She compared the cost of the sacks of onions and potatoes with the loose ones sold inside the store and downstairs at the greengrocer.
Jo said the bulk-buy potatoes were priced at $1.70 per kilo, contrasting the $4.50 per kilo for the washed potatoes in the produce section.
Similarly, onions were available in bulk for $1.70 per kilo, a significant saving from the $3.90 per kilo price tag found deeper within the aisles.
‘These [Woolworths] prices on onions and potatoes were even better than the greengrocer downstairs, where I've noticed the best specials are all outside, and inside the store, prices are the same or higher than the major supermarket chains,’ Jo said.
‘The bottom line is, it's worth visiting different supermarkets in your area to take advantage of these different specials.’
Jo also contacted Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, and IGA to inquire about their approach to local specials and select bulk purchases.
She was told by one of them they don't comment on these products as they vary from store to store, tailored to what the local community prefers.
The response made her ‘feel warm and fuzzy’.
‘My local supermarket does care about what I want to buy, and despite the cost of living being so insane at the moment, I feel like we have evolved from panic over grocery prices to acceptance,’ Jo said.
‘Any special, even sacks of onions and potatoes I'd struggle to get through myself, feel like a win.’
It’s not too far-fetched to think other shoppers have been trying to do this trick in their nearest supermarkets, too.
But remember, just because you’re buying in bulk doesn’t mean you’re getting the best deal.
In a previous story, a step-by-step guide was shared to maximise your savings in bulk buying. You can learn more about these tips here.
What do you think about Jo Abi’s tip, members? Let us know your thoughts and some of your tips in the comments below!
But for those of us who are keen to stretch our dollars further, especially when the cost of living seems to be on a perpetual rise, there's a hidden feature at your local supermarket that could be a game-changer for your grocery budget.
Nine Honey’s ‘Supermarket Sleuths’ columnist Jo Abi uncovered a surprising aspect of shopping that many have never noticed.
‘I was reminded of this recently when I was walking into my nearest Woolworths store in Baulkham Hills and saw large sacks of onions and potatoes at the entrance,’ she said.
You may be missing out on your local supermarket's hidden feature. Credit: Shutterstock
‘They were priced really well and I briefly considered buying one of each before realising I'd never get through them myself, but I'd certainly consider buying them and dividing them up with my family.’
She compared the cost of the sacks of onions and potatoes with the loose ones sold inside the store and downstairs at the greengrocer.
Jo said the bulk-buy potatoes were priced at $1.70 per kilo, contrasting the $4.50 per kilo for the washed potatoes in the produce section.
Similarly, onions were available in bulk for $1.70 per kilo, a significant saving from the $3.90 per kilo price tag found deeper within the aisles.
‘These [Woolworths] prices on onions and potatoes were even better than the greengrocer downstairs, where I've noticed the best specials are all outside, and inside the store, prices are the same or higher than the major supermarket chains,’ Jo said.
‘The bottom line is, it's worth visiting different supermarkets in your area to take advantage of these different specials.’
Jo also contacted Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, and IGA to inquire about their approach to local specials and select bulk purchases.
She was told by one of them they don't comment on these products as they vary from store to store, tailored to what the local community prefers.
The response made her ‘feel warm and fuzzy’.
‘My local supermarket does care about what I want to buy, and despite the cost of living being so insane at the moment, I feel like we have evolved from panic over grocery prices to acceptance,’ Jo said.
‘Any special, even sacks of onions and potatoes I'd struggle to get through myself, feel like a win.’
It’s not too far-fetched to think other shoppers have been trying to do this trick in their nearest supermarkets, too.
But remember, just because you’re buying in bulk doesn’t mean you’re getting the best deal.
In a previous story, a step-by-step guide was shared to maximise your savings in bulk buying. You can learn more about these tips here.
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