This is a Dry Goods Buying Group in the Inner West, initiated to make it more affordable to buy Certified Organic produce. Majority of the products are purchased in bulk as one of the main reasons behind bulk buying besides affordability is to reduce the amount of packaging, reliance on the BIG2 plus time & petrol spent on shopping.

Members have to supply and drop off their containers/bottles for filling and collect when ready. Members pay the wholesale price plus a 15% admin fee which covers freight and all other admin costs. The group is also great for networking and meeting like minded people via social media where ideas are exchanged and skills are taught.

The group started off in 2013 with 8 families and has now grown to 148 members but only about 120 actively buying. Currently pantry staples are done every quarter per group of 40 members and dairy every 1 to 2 months, depending on demand. As the group is increasing, the buying schedule continues to evolve.

Westies Dry Goods Buying Group