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Woolworths supermarket in Sydney on
17 March 2020. Photo: Peter Parks/AFP
Woolies’ basics box
Supermarket chain offers $80 essentials
package for those unable to leave home.
W
oolworths will put together an $80 ‘basics
box’ for vulnerable customers unable to leave
their homes.
The supermarket chain will work with Australia Post and DHL
Supply Chain to distribute the boxes across ACT, New South
Wales and Victoria, with other states expected to follow in
coming weeks.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison urged people over 70 to stay
home and self-isolate.
When asked by a reporter how older adults would be able to
access groceries and other essentials, Morrison said it’s not a strict
rule and is rather “there for their own protection”.
“What we’re encouraging elderly residents to do is to stay home as
much as is practicable, and should they need support, I’m sure they
can get support through their community or others,” he said.
“I’m sure they could get support through other local community
organisations, volunteer groups, that those services and those
numbers are available.”
The retailer’s package will contain meals, snacks and a few
essential items, and the $80 price tag includes contactless
doorstop delivery by Australia Post within an estimated 2–5
business days of order.
Woolworths said it would not be profiting from the service.
Woolworths Group CEO Brad Banducci said: “We understand
many of our older or more vulnerable customers will be anxious
about their food and grocery needs in the weeks ahead.
“Going to the supermarket is a key part of everyday life for many
of them, and some will have never even considered ordering
groceries online before.”
Banducci urged Australians to keep those who need the service
most front of mind.
“If you can shop for a friend, family or loved one, please do.
Because there will be some in our community who don’t have that
option, and we need your help to put the most vulnerable first.”
Customers can order online or over the phone. ■
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