We dont have many options where we live, but I do get amazing savings from online chemists - just got 2 for 1 for pregnancy vitamins last night. Also when I was saving for a deposit I started with a direct debit to a savings account of $50 a month then slowly increased it. I set up for the statements to come only every 3 months so that I forgot about the money accruing and wasn't tempted.

I definately buy in bulk when things are on sale - its a large outlay on the day but means you don't have to buy for ages.

If you buy magazines regularly most times it is cheaper to sign up for a subscription and have it delivered to your door - however this isn't good for the newsagencies...