Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) is investing $500,000 to cut prices on essential groceries in remote First Nations communities, effective immediately.
The not-for-profit organisation will match or beat major supermarket online prices on key products in stores across the Torres Strait, Cape York Peninsula, Doomadgee, and Palm Island until 1 July. The initiative aims to make essential goods more affordable for families and individuals facing financial pressures.
Joann Schmider, Chairperson of CEQ, said the initiative underscores the organisation’s commitment to community support.
“This significant investment further demonstrates CEQ’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that people in remote North Queensland have access to affordable and essential groceries.
“We understand the financial pressures that many families face, and this initiative aligns with CEQ’s vision of ‘Caring, every day, always’ by making a real difference in the cost-of-living for our customers.”
Staple items covered by the price reductions include women’s hygiene products, baby food, mince, chicken, eggs, milk, flour, rice, and bread. New prices include $6 for a dozen eggs, $4.48 for a two-litre bottle of fresh milk, $8.96 for 500 grams of 4-star beef mince, $2.64 for a two-kilogram bag of flour, and $8.56 for a two-kilogram bag of rice.
Michael Dykes, CEO of CEQ, highlighted the significance of the price cuts and acknowledged government efforts in addressing affordability issues.
“Matching or beating major supermarket prices on key grocery items is a major achievement for CEQ, and it highlights our commitment to reducing the financial strain on our customers.
“Our investment of up to half a million dollars will ensure that families can access essential items at the best possible prices, making everyday living more affordable in remote communities.”
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