There is a cheaper alternative to supermarkets, but most people don't know it exists
www.abc.net.au
Families and neighbours shopping through informal co-ops are saving hundreds, but the business model could help apply major competitive pressure to the major supermarkets.

  • In short: Families are making significant savings on their grocery bills by forming small shopping co-ops.

  • Cooperative business structures account for less than 1 per cent of the supermarket sector in Australia.

  • What’s next? The peak body for co-ops is calling for more government support for the business model.

  • Deceptichum@quokk.auEnglish
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    5 months ago

    Knowledge/Recognition I’d say.

    Most people could tell you the names of the Big 4, doubt they know any CUs. Let alone if they even know what they are.