The cost of living in Australia is pushing more and more people to the edge. Whether it’s petrol, groceries, rent or mortgage repayments, everything just seems to keep going up. And for some, saving, buying a home or even just getting ahead feels impossible. For others in their 60s and even 70s, retiring is now just a dream. They can only see that their superannuation balance is not adequate for retirement. Life is tough for many across all age ranges.
But what if there was something simple you could do that helps your wallet and the planet?
Welcome to Come and Get It—Australia’s online free marketplace where everything is free.
The Real Cost of Living in Australia
Let’s face it, day-to-day life is expensive. Australia is up there with the most expensive countries to live in worldwide, especially the capital cities like Sydney and Melbourne. Here’s what many Aussies are dealing with right now:
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Petrol prices hovering around $2 a litre (or more).
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Supermarket bills that feel higher every week.
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Rising interest rates making mortgage repayments tougher.
- Rising utility costs like electricity and gas are through the roof with no end in sight.
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Rent increases make it impossible for those trying to save for a deposit on an apartment or house.
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Young people are juggling casual jobs, high rent, and HECs debts—with no real path into the property market.
It’s no wonder people are stressed and stretched thin.
A Free Marketplace That Actually Helps
Come and Get It offers something different. It’s a completely free platform where people list and collect items at no cost. No money, no bidding wars, no strings attached.
Here’s how it can help ease the cost of living:
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Furnish your home for free – beds, couches, tables, shelves, appliances, all listed for $0.
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Get quality kids’ gear – toys, prams, clothes, and sporting equipment without paying a cent.
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Clear out your garage or wardrobe – and help someone else without sending anything to landfill.
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Keep things out of landfill – reducing waste and supporting a more sustainable, circular economy.
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Build community connection – knowing someone else can use what you no longer need is a small but powerful act.
Climate Change and the Cost of Throwing Things Away
Beyond saving money, using a free marketplace is also a climate-conscious decision and something that we should all contribute to. Many people, and particularly young people, feel overwhelm for what is happening to our planet with climate change but have no idea how they can help. The solution is to start with small steps. Many small steps will grow into a ripple effect and create a movement which leads to significant change.
Every item you give away instead of binning:
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Reduces landfill.
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Cuts down carbon emissions from manufacturing and shipping new items.
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Supports a sharing economy that helps everyone.
Young Australians Need Hope—Not Just Advice
For young people stuck in a rental trap with student debt and no real way into the housing market, even small wins matter. Getting furniture, clothes, or household items for free might not solve every problem, but it does make life that bit more manageable.
And giving away what you don’t need? That’s just as powerful. It’s a way to take action, help others, and make a difference without spending a cent.
Start a Movement. Post Your Free Stuff.
This is more than just a place to grab a free couch. Come and Get It is about starting a shift in how we live, spend, and share. The cost of living is tough—but together, we can make it a little easier. There are also many new items or ‘as new’ from people who are downsizing or moving house. Other items may just need a little TLC!
Here’s how you can help:
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List items you no longer need.
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Collect something you do need.
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Choose reuse over landfill.
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Be part of a smarter, more generous and kind economy.
Let’s take what we already have—and make it work for everyone.
Come and Get It. It’s free, it’s good, and it’s time.
Come and Get It