Verified basket note: These planning estimates use the current catalogue week Coles five-item basket for 2 Sept 2026–8 Sept 2026. They are not guaranteed checkout totals. New weeks are shown only after all four stores have comparable evidence.
Quick answer
$122.50 estimated for the seven-dinner basket for a family of four. Data generated: 4 Sept 2026.
With a $150 weekly budget there is room for more variety, a little more meat and some extras for lunches. This plan is built around the latest verified advertised specials so the extra budget still goes further.
Set your own budget in MealPantry and it scales the plan up or down automatically.
A $150 week of family dinners
| Day | Dinner | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | Chicken breast with roast potatoes | $18.50 |
| Tue | Pasta with cheese sauce | $8.60 |
| Wed | Chicken and cheese pasta | $19.60 |
| Thu | Potato, cheese and toast plate | $18.50 |
| Fri | Chicken sandwiches with potato wedges | $21.80 |
| Sat | Cheesy potato pasta | $16.10 |
| Sun | Chicken, pasta and potato bake | $19.40 |
| $122.50 estimated for the seven-dinner basket | ||
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Create my varied family weekFrequently asked questions
What does $150 a week buy a family in Australia?
Planned around specials, $150 can cover seven varied family dinners with room for lunches and extras. The figures here are estimates based on advertised specials.
Can MealPantry scale a plan to a different budget?
Yes. Enter your weekly budget and household size, then choose the foods and cuisines your family likes.
Are these grocery prices guaranteed?
No. Prices vary by store, state, availability and the week’s advertised specials.
MealPantry app
Turn this plan into your shopping list.
Set your budget, household size and favourite cuisines. MealPantry builds affordable dinners around current Australian supermarket specials.
Scan to download
MealPantry for iPhone