1964
Founded
170+
Stores
Woolworths Group (ASX: WOW)
Parent
Weekly + seasonal
Catalogue Cycle
All states & territories
Coverage
Everyday Rewards
Loyalty
Delivery & Click & Collect
Online
Toy Sale (Jun & Nov)
Key Event
Big W Catalogue - Branded Products at Discount Prices, Toys & Homewares
The Big W Catalogue delivers weekly specials from Woolworths Group's discount department store - the one place where national brand products meet genuine discount pricing. With 170+ stores across Australia, Big W stocks brands like LEGO, Nintendo, Dyson, Bonds, Samsung, and Philips at prices that consistently undercut specialty retailers. Their legendary toy sales (twice yearly) are among the biggest retail events in the country.
1 What's Inside the Big W Catalogue?
The Big W Catalogue covers a broad department store range with a distinctive emphasis on nationally branded products - setting it apart from Kmart's private-label focus:
Toys & Gaming: LEGO, Barbie, Hot Wheels, Bluey, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, board games, outdoor play, and STEM toys. Big W's toy range is one of the widest in Australian retail - rivalling specialist Toymate stores.
Fashion: Women's, men's, kids', and baby clothing featuring brands like Bonds, Levi's, Nike, Adidas, and Big W's own labels (Dymples for baby, B Collection for women). The catalogue regularly features branded clothing at 30–50% below recommended retail price.
Electronics: TVs, laptops, tablets, headphones, smart speakers, kitchen appliances (air fryers, coffee machines, blenders), and personal care electronics. Big W stocks brands like Samsung, HP, JBL, and Philips alongside budget alternatives.
Homewares & Manchester: Bedding, towels, cushions, kitchenware, storage, bathroom accessories, and seasonal décor. While the range is narrower than Kmart's homewares, Big W leans into trusted brands like Sheridan, Breville, and KitchenAid at discounted prices.
Baby & Nursery: One of Big W's strongest categories - prams, car seats, nursery furniture, nappies, and feeding supplies from brands like Huggies, Philips Avent, and Safety 1st.
2 Big W Toy Sale - Australia's Biggest Toy Event
The Big W Toy Sale is arguably the most anticipated retail event in the Australian toy market. Running twice yearly - mid-year (June/July) and pre-Christmas (November) - the toy sale catalogue is the definitive guide for every parent, grandparent, and gift buyer in the country.
What to expect: Up to 50% off hundreds of branded toys including LEGO (typically 20–40% off), Barbie, Hot Wheels, Bluey, Paw Patrol, Nintendo, PlayStation games, board games, and outdoor play equipment. The catalogue drops online 1–2 weeks before the sale starts in-store, creating a planning window.
The strategy: Browse the Big W Toy Sale catalogue on CatalogMaze as soon as it appears. Cross-reference each item's price with the Kmart, Target, and Toymate catalogues. While Big W often has the best headline deals, competitors sometimes beat them on specific items.
Price matching: During toy sale periods, Big W generally matches competitors' advertised prices. If you find a lower price in another catalogue on CatalogMaze, mention it at checkout - many stores will honour the competitor price.
Popular items sell out quickly - particularly exclusive LEGO sets, gaming consoles, and trending character toys. Online orders open at midnight on launch day, giving CatalogMaze users who've pre-planned their list a significant advantage.
3 Big W & Everyday Rewards - Earning Points on Everything
As part of the Woolworths Group, every Big W purchase earns Everyday Rewards points - the same loyalty program used at Woolworths, Dan Murphy's, BWS, and Healthylife.
Earning: 1 point per $1 spent at Big W. 2,000 points = $10 off at Woolworths or Big W. During bonus point promotions (featured in the catalogue), purchases can earn 500–2,000 extra points per transaction.
Member pricing: Everyday Rewards members increasingly get access to member-exclusive prices on selected Big W catalogue items - a lower price than the regular sale price. Always scan your Everyday Rewards card or app at checkout.
Cross-retailer strategy: Because Everyday Rewards accumulates across the entire Woolworths Group, browse Big W, Woolworths, Dan Murphy's, and BWS catalogues on CatalogMaze to plan cross-retailer shopping. Points earned from a Big W toy sale can fund your next Woolworths grocery shop.
4 Big W vs Kmart vs Target - Catalogue Comparison
Australia's three discount department stores each serve a different niche. Use CatalogMaze to compare all three catalogues weekly:
Big W vs Kmart: Big W wins on branded products - LEGO, Bonds, Nike, Dyson. Kmart wins on price for comparable own-brand alternatives. If you want a specific brand, check Big W first. If you want the cheapest option in a category, check Kmart.
Big W vs Target: Big W offers wider range at lower prices. Target offers more curated, higher-quality fashion. For toys and electronics, Big W almost always wins. For clothing that lasts, Target is worth the premium.
The Everyday Rewards advantage: Big W's loyalty integration with Woolworths gives it a unique advantage - Kmart and Target earn Flybuys points instead. If you're a committed Woolworths/Everyday Rewards household, Big W purchases contribute to the same rewards pool as your weekly grocery shop.
5 Shopping at Big W - Online & In-Store
BigW.com.au offers home delivery and free Click & Collect from any store. All catalogue specials are available online at the same prices. Same-day delivery is available in selected metro areas.
Big W supports Afterpay and Zip for buy-now-pay-later purchases - useful for higher-value catalogue items like electronics, gaming consoles, and nursery furniture.
In-store, Big W offers photo printing, mobile phone plans (Woolworths Mobile), and a dedicated baby & nursery consultation service at larger locations.
The Big W Catalogue Strategy
Three key moments to watch: (1) The mid-year Toy Sale (June/July) - browse the catalogue on CatalogMaze the moment it drops and compare prices with Kmart and Target. (2) The pre-Christmas Toy Sale (November) - order online at midnight on launch day for best stock availability. (3) Everyday Rewards bonus point events - stack with catalogue specials for maximum rewards value.
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