Prices are comparatively high for canned vegetables and dried fruit, reasonable for canned fruit and jam. The most favourable purchases are made in Tasmania. Butter of good quality can be supplied in all ports. Margarine can be supplied in all ports. Imported an local products are available.
Supplies are plentiful and prices average.
EGGS can usually be supplied in all ports. Fresh and tinned milk and cream are always available in all ports. The price of good coffee is high. TEA of good quality is available. Australian and English brands are supplied ex bond in all main ports.