Discussion Thread: Overpriced Goods and Services – March 5, 2025
Welcome to our latest discussion thread dedicated to the topic of overpriced items and services! Feel free to share your thoughts on everything from supermarket prices and café menus to memes about getting ripped off in Australia. We encourage any observations, questions, or just general gripes about the rising costs of everyday goods. Let’s chat!
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It’s amazing how much prices have skyrocketed lately! I was at the supermarket the other day and saw a loaf of bread for almost $6. I remember when it used to be around $2.50! And don’t even get me started on coffee prices at cafes—$5 for a basic cup is pretty standard now. It feels like everything has this ‘premium’ label slapped on it, even the simplest things. What’s the most ridiculous price you’ve seen recently? Any funny memes or supermarket snaps to share? Let’s vent about the absurdity of it all!