If you’ve been searching for where to buy fresh mushrooms online in Australia, the answer is closer to the farm than you might think. Skip the supermarket shelf and order gourmet mushrooms delivery direct from Kai Kai Farm, a family-run mushroom farm on Tamborine Mountain — harvested to order, packed within days, and shipped fresh to homes and restaurants across QLD, NSW and VIC.
Why Buying Direct From the Farm Beats the Supermarket
Supermarket mushrooms often spend a week or more moving through distribution centres before they reach the shelf. By the time you take them home, much of their shelf life — and flavour — is already gone. Buying direct from the grower means your mushrooms are picked at peak freshness and on their way to you within days, not weeks. You also get access to specialty, no-spray organic varieties that rarely appear in mainstream stores, grown in small batches with full traceability back to the farm.
What Varieties Can You Buy Fresh Online?
Browse the full range in our fresh gourmet mushrooms collection, or jump straight to a favourite below.
Lion’s Mane
Prized for its seafood-like texture and savoury depth, fresh lion’s mane is one of our most requested varieties. If you want to buy lion’s mane mushroom fresh rather than powdered or dried, ordering direct from the farm is the most reliable way to get it at its best — firm, white and full of flavour.
Oyster Varieties (Pearl, Yellow, Blue Shimeji, King)
Our fresh oyster mushrooms QLD-grown range includes pearl, yellow, blue shimeji and king oysters — or grab them all in one oyster mushroom medley. Pearl oysters are delicate and versatile, yellow oysters bring vibrant colour and a nutty note, blue shimeji hold their bite beautifully in stir-fries, and meaty king oysters are perfect for grilling and “scallop” style dishes.
Shiitake
Fresh organic shiitake delivers a rich, umami-packed flavour that dried versions can’t match. Use them in broths, braises, dumplings or simply pan-fried with garlic and soy.
Pioppino & Gourmet Mushroom Medley
Pioppino mushrooms offer a firm texture and earthy, slightly peppery taste loved by chefs. Can’t decide? Our gourmet mushroom medley combines a seasonal mix of varieties in one box — ideal for home cooks who like to experiment.
How Farm-to-Door Mushroom Delivery Works
Harvested & Packed Within Days on Tamborine Mountain
Every order is harvested fresh from our growing rooms on Tamborine Mountain and packed within days of picking. Nothing sits in cold storage waiting for an order — you get maximum shelf life from day one.
Express Shipping to Metro QLD, NSW & VIC (Mon–Wed Dispatch)
We dispatch Monday to Wednesday via AusPost Express to metro areas across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. This schedule ensures your box never sits in a depot over the weekend and arrives in optimal condition. Full details are on our delivery and pickup information page.
Local Pickup & Gold Coast / Scenic Rim Delivery
Live nearby? Choose local pickup from the farm at Tamborine Mountain, or take advantage of our weekly delivery runs across the Gold Coast and Scenic Rim — with express post covering mushrooms delivered Brisbane-side for metro customers.
How to Check Freshness When Your Box Arrives
Fresh gourmet mushrooms should look plump and dry to the touch, with firm caps and a clean, earthy aroma. A little surface fuzz on oyster varieties is harmless mycelium — a sign of freshness, not spoilage. Unpack your box promptly, store mushrooms in the provided container or a paper bag in the fridge, and avoid sealed plastic, which traps moisture.
How Much Do Fresh Gourmet Mushrooms Cost?
Gourmet varieties cost more than button mushrooms, but you’re paying for freshness, flavour and varieties you simply can’t find elsewhere. At Kai Kai Farm, fresh boxes start from just $10, with medley boxes offering the best value per kilo. Because farm-direct mushrooms arrive with their full shelf life intact, there’s also far less waste — which often makes them cheaper in real terms than supermarket alternatives that spoil within days.
Wholesale Supply for Restaurants & Cafes
We supply restaurants, cafes and caterers across the Gold Coast, Scenic Rim and South East Queensland with consistent, chef-grade gourmet mushrooms. Wholesale customers benefit from standing orders, flexible volumes and direct communication with the grower. Visit our wholesale page or contact us to discuss your kitchen’s requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you deliver fresh mushrooms to Brisbane and the Gold Coast?
Yes. Brisbane and metro QLD orders ship via AusPost Express with Monday–Wednesday dispatch, while Gold Coast and Scenic Rim customers can choose weekly local delivery or farm pickup on Tamborine Mountain.
How long do fresh gourmet mushrooms last after delivery?
Stored correctly in the fridge in breathable packaging, lion’s mane and shiitake last 5–7 days, while oyster varieties are best enjoyed within 3–5 days. Because they’re packed within days of harvest, you receive far more usable shelf life than store-bought mushrooms.
Can I order fresh mushrooms outside QLD, NSW or VIC?
Currently, fresh deliveries are limited to metro QLD, NSW and VIC to guarantee quality on arrival. If you’re outside these areas, get in touch — and in the meantime, our mushroom grow kits ship free Australia-wide, so you can harvest farm-fresh mushrooms from your own kitchen bench.
Ready to taste the difference? Buy fresh mushrooms online Australia-wide across our delivery zones and experience true farm-to-door freshness from Kai Kai Farm, Tamborine Mountain.