A global tech outage has forced some Australian supermarkets to revert to cash transactions, as millions of people wait for the issue that’s affecting retailers, banks, airports and other businesses to be fixed. Shoppers at Coles and Woolworths have been posting pictures on social media of closed self-service checkouts, and are being asked to pay … Read more
Households would save on 30 essential grocery products under a cap on prices put forward by the Queensland Greens. The price of basic essential items such as milk, bread, eggs and nappies would be tied and linked to January 2024 wages so that wages match price growth, the Greens said. The minor party, which has … Read more
A Sydney supermarket is offering free eggs and milk, and $10 off your first order as well as free delivery on orders over $59 in an attempt to help families save. Online supermarket, eBest, has relaunched with specials that aim to offer affordable options for essential pantry items. “While eBest is renowned for its Asian … Read more
Hundreds of Woolworths, Coles and ALDI customers have let rip over the “hideously unflattering” cameras used in self-serve checkouts. Sharing on Reddit, one shopper sparked the intense debate after questioning whether the cameras make you look worse than you actually are. The controversial post attracted hundreds of reactions from those agreed with the shopper — … Read more
A popular Australian confectionery brand has made a major change to one of the nation’s favourite lollies. Come July, shoppers will be able to buy the Natural Confectionary Co.’s Snakes with 50 per cent less sugar. Retailers will stock the new slithery jellies in five delicious flavours: raspberry, blackcurrant, boysenberry, mango and lime. Know the … Read more
Cash transport company Armaguard has secured its short term future after locking in a $50 million deal with its largest customers. The agreement, funded by Commonwealth Bank, Westpac, NAB, ANZ, Coles, Woolworths, Bunnings and Australia Post, means Armaguard will receive monthly payments in exchange for efficiency and restructuring requirements. Those monthly payments will also come … Read more
A fitness coach has made a surprising discovery after he compared butcher and supermarket beef mince to determine which offered the best bang for your buck. Matt West purchased 500g of “premium” grass fed beef mince from Woolworths for $11 and then bought the same amount at a local butcher for just $8.50. WATCH THE … Read more
Two varieties of frozen pizzas from McCain have been recalled from supermarkets nationwide. Metal was found in batches of the family-sized Ham and Pineapple flavoured pizzas, and in batches of the family-sized BBQ Chicken and Pineapple pizzas., according to a recall notice issued on Friday “Food products containing metal may cause illness or injury if … Read more
A forensic psychologist has sparked intense debate after revealing why she never returns her shopping cart to designated trolley bays in supermarket carparks. Posting on social media, Dr Leslie Dobson shared her controversial stance in a video that has attracted more than 12 million views. WATCH VIDEO ABOVE: Psychologist reveals why you should never return … Read more
Woolworths, Coles, ALDI, IGA supermarkets, Costco, Drakes and Harris Farm Markets have all released their trading hours for the King’s Birthday June Long Weekend for 2024. All but two Australian states — Queensland and WA — will enjoy a public holiday on June 10, 2024. Previously named the Queen’s Birthday public holiday, the day off … Read more
