Aussies paying highest price in the world for grocery staple
Australian egg prices are the highest in the world, according to new data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) for World Statistics Day on October 20.
The cost of eggs has increased by 27 per cent over the past two years for Aussie shoppers, with the cost of the supermarket staple continuing to surpass inflationary figures.
"When it comes to world standards, we've got the world's most expensive eggs," Zahos explained on Today.
Australian egg prices are the most expensive in the world. 9Honey
"The cheapest are actually in Pakistan, about $1.80 for a dozen eggs there."
A dozen cage free eggs now costs $6.50 in Australian supermarkets. Barn-laid eggs are priced at $7.50, 12 free-range eggs are now $8.80, and a carton of organic eggs can cost as much as $13.
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A dozen cage free eggs now cost $6.50 in Australian supermarkets. Today
And a carton of organic eggs can cost as much as $13. Today
In May 2024, multiple outbreaks of avian flu were reported in Victoria, New South Wales, and the ACT, directly impacting poultry farms.
Impacted poultry was quickly culled, and the industry has remained vigilant ever since; however, more than 10 per cent of Australia's egg-laying chicken flock was gone as a result.
Soon, supermarket shelves were bare, where eggs were usually displayed. Those that were stocked soared in price.
A spokesperson for Australian Eggs told nine.com.au in July the eggs industry recovery was "going well".
"Australia is declared free from avian influenza, and that we can expect to see the return of well-stocked shelves towards the end of the year," they said.
While egg prices remain high, there is hope chocolate prices may come down.
Australian Eggs told nine.com.au in July the eggs industry recovery was 'going well'. 9Honey
Cost of living continues to impact supermarket prices. Getty
The cost of cocoa has fallen by 29.26 per cent since May, although this is yet to be reflected on supermarket shelves.
Popular brands like Cadburys and Nestle are standing by their recent price increases, which were explained as being in part due to the cost of cocoa, as well as an increase in production costs such as manufacturing and transport.
Even Aldi increased the price of its popular Choceur range, from $2.69 in 2019 to $4.99 in 2025.
There is hope chocolate prices may come down after recent price hikes. 9honey/Jo Abi
Despite this fall, supermarket chocolate prices remain high. 9Honey
"So Christmas, [you're] probably looking at more small chocolate bars, but prices not as big," Zahos said.
Cadbury confirmed the price of its range had increased in August, including the standard blocks of chocolate and popular Favourites range.
Mondelez Australia hiked the price of a Toblerone to $20 in September.
The cost of cocoa has fallen by 29.26 per cent since May of this year. Today
Despite paying higher than ever supermarket prices, Australian music lovers aren't forgoing attending their favourite concerts, despite the sometimes exorbitant prices.
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Fifty-seven per cent of people reported paying whatever they needed to pay to see the likes of Taylor Swift, with some paying as much as $1,250 to attend the singer's Eras Tour.
Back in 1964, Beatles tickets cost $63.
Australian music lovers aren't forgoing attending their favourite concerts, despite huge costs. WireImage
Some Taylor Swift fans paid as much as $1,250 to attend her recent Eras concert. Today
"What's concerning is many of us are whacking this on Buy Now Pay Later," Zahos said.
"Some of us are opting for cheaper seats, but remember Buy Now Pay Later rules did change in June and it is treated like a credit card and it will be on your credit report."
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