Is mince becoming a luxury item?

Mince used to be one of those affordable staples you could always rely on, but these days, having some in the freezer is starting to feel like a luxury!

Here in New Zealand, I've noticed that locally produced mince can cost more than imported mince, which is pretty frustrating when you're trying to keep grocery costs down.

How are mince prices where you live? Is it still an affordable staple, or has it become another item that's getting harder to justify buying?