10 Major Changes Coming to ALDI Australia in 2027 — And How They’ll Affect Your Cart

Is ALDI Still the Cheapest? 10 Changes Shoppers Are Noticing ALDI has built its reputation in Australia on one simple promise: a cheaper weekly shop. But in 2026, something interesting is happening. New CHOICE supermarket research shows ALDI is still the cheapest on the baskets tested — but on one eight-item basket, its lead over Woolworths has narrowed to just 85 cents. And that's only one of the changes shoppers are noticing. In this investigation, I break down 10 changes happening at ALDI and what they could actually mean for your grocery bill: ✅ why ALDI's price advantage may be getting smaller ✅ the permanent meat price cuts — and which ones actually save you money ✅ the new red "New Low Price" tags and why unit pricing still matters ✅ why familiar name brands could disappear from ALDI shelves ✅ what DoorDash delivery can really add to your total ✅ the major warehouse investment planned for Western Sydney ✅ changes to milk packaging and recycling ✅ what's happening with ALDI's famous Special Buys ✅ and whether ALDI is still Australia's cheapest supermarket At Number 1, we compare the latest CHOICE supermarket basket figures for ALDI, Woolworths and Coles — including what has changed since March. The answer isn't simply "ALDI is cheap" or "Woolworths is catching up." It depends on what's actually in your trolley. 🛒 THE SMARTER SHOPPER'S GUIDE — VERSION 2 Want a practical system for checking prices, comparing products and finding places where you could keep more of your grocery budget? The Smarter Shopper's Guide includes the "Find Your $38.46" challenge — a target of $38.46 per week, or around $2,000 per year. Results will vary and savings are not guaranteed. https://cwau.gumroad.com/l/smarter-shoppers-guide-v2 If you want more Australian consumer investigations — supermarket prices, brand tactics, product comparisons and the fine print behind what we buy — subscribe to Consumer Watch Australia @cw.au-25 New reports are on the way. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:16 – Number 10 02:26 – Number 9 04:11 – Number 8 06:31 – Number 7 08:06 – Number 6 11:13 – Number 5 13:35 – Number 4 14:46 – Number 3 16:37 – Number 2 19:05 – Number 1 23:20 – What to Do Next SOURCES & FURTHER READING CHOICE – Supermarket price comparison https://www.choice.com.au/shopping/everyday-shopping/supermarkets/articles/cheapest-groceries-australia CHOICE – September 2026 supermarket basket research https://www.choice.com.au/about-us/media/media-releases/2026/september/latest-choice-supermarket-basket-research-reveals-price-rises-across-all-retailers-surveyed ACCC – Unit pricing https://www.accc.gov.au/business/pricing/unit-pricing ACCC – Coles "Down Down" Federal Court decision https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/court-finds-that-coles-misled-customers-over-down-down-claims ALDI – Sustainable packaging https://www.aldi.com.au/sustainability/good-planet/sustainable-packaging ALDI Unpacked – DoorDash rollout https://www.aldiunpacked.com.au/aldi-direct-to-your-door-aldi-celebrates-roll-out-of-doordash-partnership-delivering-groceries-coast-to-coast/ ALDI Unpacked – 2026 Price Promise https://www.aldiunpacked.com.au/the-proof-is-in-the-prices-aldi-reaffirms-price-promise-for-2026-saving-aussie-families-thousands-at-the-checkout/ Canstar – 2026 supermarket satisfaction research https://www.canstar.com.au/news/top-rated-supermarket-revealed-shoppers-get-smarter-bagging-a-bargain/ Marine Stewardship Council – Australian supermarket tuna https://www.msc.org/en-au/media-centre-anz/media-releases/press-release/sustainable-tuna-now-dominates-australian-supermarkets DISCLAIMER General information only. Not financial advice. The Find Your $38.46 challenge is a target, not a guarantee of savings. Prices, products and availability can change, so always check your local store and current unit prices. This video is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by ALDI, Coles or Woolworths. Commentary is based on publicly available information and sources available at the time of production. #australia #aldi #aldiaustralia #groceryprices #supermarket #coles #woolworths #groceryshopping #costofliving #aussieshopping #consumerawareness