Eight local businesses delivering farm-fresh goodness to your doorstep
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There is a reason for that infamous urban myth about mums and the milkman – but it’s not what you think.
Dairy, eggs and fresh veggies – delivered overnight with ninja-like accuracy – available on your doorstep every morning without even getting out of your dressing gown. It’s the stuff dreams are made of!
While the traditional milkman may be a thing of the past, here are eight local businesses keeping the dream alive…
Wiffens
A cornerstone of the Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets for around 50 years, the family behind Wiffens travels to the Sydney Markets weekly to select their fruit and vegetables. Daily deliveries from the markets and direct from farms mean it doesn’t get much fresher!
Their online store offers dairy, deli and pantry staples, plus all the fresh fruit and veg you’d expect to see at the markets – and advice on what’s in season vs imported.
They also boast the most extensive range of fresh-cut flowers in Canberra – so, treat yourself to a bunch for your hard work!
Delivery days are postcode dependent | Delivery fee: $10 flat | wiffens.com
Ziggy’s Fresh
Definitely one of Canberra’s most recognisable names in fresh food, Ziggy’s has twice been named Greengrocer of the Year in the Sydney Markets Fresh Awards. This family-owned store is located within Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets.
Their online store takes the thinking out of meal-planning with their ‘Grocery Add-On’, which tops you up with bread, rice and pasta – plus thoughtful must-haves like pasta sauce and coconut milk.
Delivery fee: $15 flat | ziggysfresh.com.au
Alpha Fresh
From spruiking fruit at the markets to mastering the digital pivot, this third-generation family business has grown faster and stronger than a rogue sprig of mint – and they are serious about getting produce to you!
Delivering six days a week to an impressive geographic reach, they even offer same-day delivery for orders placed before 9.00am.
Bonus: They offer subscriptions so you can set-and-forget – until a nutritious box of goodies arrives on your doorstep each Monday.
Delivery days: Monday – Saturday | Delivery fee: $6 flat | shop.alphafresh.com.au
Choku Bai Jo – The Farmer’s Outlet
Japanese translation: Direct Selling Place. This small but mighty store aims to provide better access to fresh produce from local growers. Supporting over 80 local farmers and producers, they’re even open to purchasing from backyard growers.
Fruit and veg boxes are available for any family size. Breakfast lovers can add free-range eggs and Three Mills Bakery bread to your order.
For paddock to plate people, a clear labeling system highlights whether products are direct from farm or a wholesaler, and whether it is certified organic.
Delivery days: Tuesdays & Fridays | Delivery fee: $10 | chokubaijo.com.au
The Food Forum
Choices, choices! This online shop offers an impressive range from fridge and pantry – get your milk and bread for Monday, and your popcorn and pretzels for Friday night!
Based in Belconnen Westfield, The Food Forum will also have you BBQ ready for the weekend. Their in-house butcher prepares fresh cuts daily on-site, including high-grade Wagyu beef.
Delivery days are location dependant | Delivery fee: $0-$15 depending on spend | shop.thefoodforum.com.au
Boxgum Grazing
For the discerning meat-eater looking for ethical options – check out Boxgum Grazing and their commitment to regenerative agriculture, holistic management and biodiversity.
Using wool-lined insulated packaging (no plastic or polystyrene here!), they also encourage customers to return used boxes and ice bricks for pick-up next time – all part of the quest to limit carbon footprint.
Delivery day: Saturdays | Delivery fee: $10, or free for orders over $200 | boxgumgrazing.com.au
Fresh to Door
A dedicated online supermarket catering to all – wholesaling to local restaurants, and delivering to households across Canberra.
Check out their Specials section and their selection of aromatic herbs. Forget milk – Here you can get a punnet of edible flowers delivered to your door!
Delivery fee: $0 – $10 depending on spend | freshtodoor.com.au
Hilltops Free Range Eggs
Attention Crazy Chicken Ladies! The happy hens of this Boorowa farm are ready to keep you omelette-ready. Pick your pastured eggs (from mini to giant), and treat yourself to some banana bread, cheese loaf or homemade mini-quiches.
And it would be rude to checkout without some chicken paraphernalia – such as a tea towel, tablecloth or t-shirt asking the all-important question, ‘Which is your favourite chicken?’.
Delivery days: Saturday | Delivery fee: $10 | hilltopsfreerange.com
