Cost of living in Australia 1979?

In 1979, the cost of living in Australia was significantly lower than today, with average prices for basic goods and services. For example, the average house price was around AUD 40,000, and a loaf of bread cost approximately 30 cents. Inflation and economic changes over the decades have dramatically increased prices, but in the late 1970s, wages were also relatively lower, reflecting a different economic climate. Overall, the cost of living then was manageable for many households compared to contemporary standards.