Why We Finally Committed to a Costco Membership (Australia)

Disclaimer: This post isn’t about promoting Costco or bulk-buying culture. It’s simply my family’s take on why we decided to sign up for a $65/year Costco membership, despite not being fans of buying in bulk or freezing multiple portions of the same food item (we don’t have much storage space anyway).

Here’s why we think the membership is worth it—especially if you live near a Costco (in our case, the Coomera warehouse).



1. Petrol Savings

Costco’s petrol prices are a game-changer. While other servos can be competitive, there are swing-up days when prices spike unpredictably. Costco typically doesn’t do that. I’ve saved as much as 20–30 cents per litre—those savings add up quickly and make a big difference.



2. Affordable Eggs

We’re big fans of eggs in our household. At Costco, a tray of 30 cage-free eggs costs around $10–$11. By comparison, a tray of 12 at Woolies or Coles goes for about $6. That’s amazing savings for a staple we regularly use.

3. Unexpected Finds

Costco has a knack for offering random items you’ve been eyeing, similar to Aldi’s "Special Buys." For instance, we recently snagged a Waterpik water flosser combo (ultra and cordless) for $99—a steal compared to the $139 price we saw elsewhere online. These unexpected deals make the membership even more exciting.

With these simple benefits alone, the $65 annual fee is easily worth it. I won’t go into a detailed cost analysis, but I’m confident that in just 2–3 months, the membership has already paid for itself.

Have you committed to a Costco membership? What are your favorite benefits or finds? Share in the comments—I’d love to hear your take!

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