Max Chandler-Mather proposes $25 billion plan to nationalise Coles and Woolworths supermarkets
The Guardian · October 5, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
Max Chandler-Mather, former Greens MP and head of the Green Institute, has put forward a plan to nationalise over 200 Coles and Woolworths supermarkets, along with the establishment of government grocery stores. The proposal, inspired by New York's Zohran Mamdani's initiative, aims to use new laws to take control of major supermarket locations and distribution centers.
Why it matters
This proposal is significant as it could impact grocery prices and the structure of the supermarket industry in Australia.
How this story affects people
How does this story affect you if you are a grocery shopper in Australia?
This proposal could lead to lower grocery prices by increasing competition and providing publicly owned alternatives to private supermarkets. If successful, it may change where and how you shop for food.
How does this story affect you if you work in the supermarket industry?
The nationalisation of major supermarkets could impact your job security and working conditions, as the structure of the industry may shift significantly. You may face changes in management practices and potential job relocations.
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