Grocery prices should not depend on postcode, says advocacy group

RNZOtago Daily TimesThursday 7 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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The Grocery Action Group has called geographic price differences unacceptable following a Commerce Commission report. The findings suggest that areas such as Auckland benefit from more competition and lower prices. The group stated the report offers no good news for consumers regarding grocery costs.

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First reported by RNZ, Thu 7 Aug 2025, 5:02am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 7 hours
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    Geographic price gap for shopping 'unacceptable' - Grocery Action Group (opens in new tab)

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    Prices shouldn't depend on postcode: consumer group (opens in new tab)