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Woolworths' Anzac Day Blunder: Outraged Shoppers and Deli Counter Changes

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Outrage and awkwardness at Woolworths! Find out how shoppers reacted to Anzac Day blunders and changes at the deli counter!

Australian supermarket chain Woolworths recently found itself in hot water as a shopper shared an image of an Anzac Day message iced on a mudcake, sparking viral outrage. The incident highlighted an awkward gaffe on one of Woolworths' beloved chocolate mudcakes. Meanwhile, Woolworths faced criticism for continuing to sell Anzac biscuits, which raise money for veterans, well past Anzac Day in late April 2024. In another controversial move, Woolworths announced that items from the deli counter, like fresh shaved ham and bacon, would no longer be available for online delivery orders, causing frustration among customers. The dual controversies stirred up diverse reactions, from amusement to disappointment, across social media platforms.

In the midst of the uproar, Woolworths remains a prominent Australian supermarket chain known for its wide range of products and services. The Anzac Day mishap and deli counter changes shed light on the challenges faced by retailers in meeting customer expectations and upholding traditions. Despite the missteps, Woolworths continues to serve as a popular choice for shoppers seeking quality groceries and convenience. As the supermarket giant navigates these controversies, it remains a key player in the Australian retail landscape, striving to address customer concerns and maintain its reputation.

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Australian supermarket chain Woolworths falsely accused of ... (AFP Factcheck)

Australian supermarket chain Woolworths was still selling Anzac biscuits -- which raise money for veterans -- as of late April 2024, contradicting claims ...

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Shoppers outraged as Woolworths makes a major change to deli ... (Daily Mail)

Items bought in-store at the deli counter like fresh shaved ham, bacon and chicken will no longer be available for online delivery orders. Customers are venting ...

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Awkward Anzac gaffe on Woolies mudcake (NEWS.com.au)

A shopper has gone viral on social media after sharing an image of an attempted Anzac Day message iced atop one of Woolworths' beloved chocolate mudcakes.

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Awkward gaffe spotted on Woolworths Anzac Day cake - but that's ... (Daily Mail)

A Woolworths shopper spotted an awkward typo on an Anzac-themed mudcake. However it was another detail that had customers outraged.

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Woolworths and Coles dealt some hard lessons on social licence (The Australian Financial Review)

Building social licence is a significant opportunity for retailers but as the travails of the two big supermarket chains show, it can be easily damaged.

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Woolworths Mocked For Selling Anzac Day Mud Cake With Spelling ... (10 News First)

Woolworths is copping backlash online after a shopper posted an image of one of their famous mud cakes decorated with the phrase "Lets we forget".

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Australian shoppers left infuriated over HUGE change to Woolworths ... (PerthNow)

Woolworths' decision to make a big change to its deli department has been met with the wrath of customers. The move, that's been labelled โ€œridiculousโ€ and ...

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