Caught on Camera: See how one Costco customer took money-pinching to new heights!

While we all aim to save money when shopping for groceries, especially with the rising cost of living, there are times when some among us get a bit more inventive than standard bargain hunting.

Mix in a bit of boldness, and you've got the recipe for a sensation that captures attention.



Recently, one frugal lady found herself in the cyberspace spotlight, and her innovative, if not mildly shocking, money-stretching tactics have divided Australians.


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At numerous Costco stores, the food court offers free onions as one of the available toppings for hotdogs. Source: Unsplash



The memorable event took place at Costco North Lakes in Queensland, a store renowned for providing freebies like the complimentary chopped brown onion at the food court, which is typically a favourite topping for hotdogs.

This day, however, saw the free onions disappear into not one but two soft drink cups held by an older woman, an act that has raised a fair number of eyebrows, both online and in-store.

While the woman's 'onion operation' was initially met with disbelief on a community Facebook page, it has quickly garnered nationwide attention and a range of responses on social media.



In the video, we see the woman standing at the onion dispenser, filling up her cups, and then walking away—only to return a little later to repeat the exercise, as the Facebook post reported.

The woman was approached by staff after filling up cups of free onions. She left initially but returned ten minutes later to repeat the same action.


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A video captured a woman filling up cups with free onions at Costco in North Lakes, Queensland. Source: Tiktok/@zampe16



The post also alleged that she had ‘plenty of cups in her bag’, implying that she filled up more than two cups.

It's caused quite a stir, prompting a thought-provoking debate: is this frugality madness or genius?



Responses have ranged from disgust to admiration: 'That is just disgusting, now I know why there’s never any onions,' some exclaimed.

Others defended the woman, attributing her actions to her age or possible financial constraints. Then some seemed to tip their hats to her, hailing her as a thrifty guru.

One commented, ‘Leave her alone. She’s elderly and maybe can’t afford much. She’s obviously paid for the cups as they don’t give them away.’

Another said, ‘That’s actually smart.’



Watch the video here:



Whether disapproving or admiring, one can't deny the desperation that rising prices and financial strains have imposed on people.

The cost of living experienced a growth of 0.8 per cent in the June quarter, with a yearly rise of 6 per cent, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Although it was the lowest increase since September 2021, the impact remains significant.

Last October, Tasmania witnessed a substantial 30 per cent surge in supermarket shoplifting.



Tasmania Police Inspector Nathan Johnston attributed the increase to the rising cost of living and homelessness, which were contributing factors.

In March, it was reported that store theft in NSW rose by 23.7 per cent from 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, Queensland recorded the highest-ever monthly rate of theft in January.

Key Takeaways
  • A woman was filmed filling up two soft drink cups with free chopped brown onion at Costco North Lakes in Queensland.
  • The woman's actions received mixed reactions on social media, with some expressing disgust while others understood her need to save money in these hard times.
  • This instance underscores the increasing financial pressure faced by many Australians as the cost of living continues to rise in the country, leading to increased supermarket thefts.
  • Recent statistics reveal that store theft rose 23.7 per cent in NSW from 2021 to 2022, with Tasmanian police attributing the rising cost of living and homelessness as contributing factors.



Yet, it's not all doom and gloom. Rather than resort to drastic measures, there are plenty of legitimate strategies to extend the longevity of your groceries—such as proper storage to prevent spoilage, smart meal planning, and batch cooking.

Amidst the overwhelming cost of living pressures, it's increasingly vital to champion smart, responsible, and respectful savings behaviour.



This whole saga begs the question, where do we draw the line between frugality and theft?

That's something we'd love to hear your opinions on—drop your thoughts and experiences of thrifty measures gone overboard in the comments section!
 
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While we all aim to save money when shopping for groceries, especially with the rising cost of living, there are times when some among us get a bit more inventive than standard bargain hunting.

Mix in a bit of boldness, and you've got the recipe for a sensation that captures attention.



Recently, one frugal lady found herself in the cyberspace spotlight, and her innovative, if not mildly shocking, money-stretching tactics have divided Australians.


View attachment 26186
At numerous Costco stores, the food court offers free onions as one of the available toppings for hotdogs. Source: Unsplash



The memorable event took place at Costco North Lakes in Queensland, a store renowned for providing freebies like the complimentary chopped brown onion at the food court, which is typically a favourite topping for hotdogs.

This day, however, saw the free onions disappear into not one but two soft drink cups held by an older woman, an act that has raised a fair number of eyebrows, both online and in-store.

While the woman's 'onion operation' was initially met with disbelief on a community Facebook page, it has quickly garnered nationwide attention and a range of responses on social media.



In the video, we see the woman standing at the onion dispenser, filling up her cups, and then walking away—only to return a little later to repeat the exercise, as the Facebook post reported.

The woman was approached by staff after filling up cups of free onions. She left initially but returned ten minutes later to repeat the same action.


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A video captured a woman filling up cups with free onions at Costco in North Lakes, Queensland. Source: Tiktok/@zampe16



The post also alleged that she had ‘plenty of cups in her bag’, implying that she filled up more than two cups.

It's caused quite a stir, prompting a thought-provoking debate: is this frugality madness or genius?



Responses have ranged from disgust to admiration: 'That is just disgusting, now I know why there’s never any onions,' some exclaimed.

Others defended the woman, attributing her actions to her age or possible financial constraints. Then some seemed to tip their hats to her, hailing her as a thrifty guru.

One commented, ‘Leave her alone. She’s elderly and maybe can’t afford much. She’s obviously paid for the cups as they don’t give them away.’

Another said, ‘That’s actually smart.’



Watch the video here:



Whether disapproving or admiring, one can't deny the desperation that rising prices and financial strains have imposed on people.

The cost of living experienced a growth of 0.8 per cent in the June quarter, with a yearly rise of 6 per cent, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Although it was the lowest increase since September 2021, the impact remains significant.

Last October, Tasmania witnessed a substantial 30 per cent surge in supermarket shoplifting.



Tasmania Police Inspector Nathan Johnston attributed the increase to the rising cost of living and homelessness, which were contributing factors.

In March, it was reported that store theft in NSW rose by 23.7 per cent from 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, Queensland recorded the highest-ever monthly rate of theft in January.

Key Takeaways

  • A woman was filmed filling up two soft drink cups with free chopped brown onion at Costco North Lakes in Queensland.
  • The woman's actions received mixed reactions on social media, with some expressing disgust while others understood her need to save money in these hard times.
  • This instance underscores the increasing financial pressure faced by many Australians as the cost of living continues to rise in the country, leading to increased supermarket thefts.
  • Recent statistics reveal that store theft rose 23.7 per cent in NSW from 2021 to 2022, with Tasmanian police attributing the rising cost of living and homelessness as contributing factors.



Yet, it's not all doom and gloom. Rather than resort to drastic measures, there are plenty of legitimate strategies to extend the longevity of your groceries—such as proper storage to prevent spoilage, smart meal planning, and batch cooking.

Amidst the overwhelming cost of living pressures, it's increasingly vital to champion smart, responsible, and respectful savings behaviour.



This whole saga begs the question, where do we draw the line between frugality and theft?

That's something we'd love to hear your opinions on—drop your thoughts and experiences of thrifty measures gone overboard in the comments section!

Fair dinkum, anyone defending this low lives actions need to see a head shrink. This is pure theft of a commodity made availably for free to customers as a customer service and this allegedly desperate women's actions are pure theft and, as are other shop lifting offences,one of the reasons store owners are increasing their prices. IF she allegedly is so hard up that she needs to steal a free produce then she needs to just take a step backwards and stop consuming onions. And onions are, in the majority of super markets, at a very low price per kg.
 
Fair dinkum, anyone defending this low lives actions need to see a head shrink. This is pure theft of a commodity made availably for free to customers as a customer service and this allegedly desperate women's actions are pure theft and, as are other shop lifting offences,one of the reasons store owners are increasing their prices. IF she allegedly is so hard up that she needs to steal a free produce then she needs to just take a step backwards and stop consuming onions. And onions are, in the majority of super markets, at a very low price per kg.
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While we all aim to save money when shopping for groceries, especially with the rising cost of living, there are times when some among us get a bit more inventive than standard bargain hunting.

Mix in a bit of boldness, and you've got the recipe for a sensation that captures attention.



Recently, one frugal lady found herself in the cyberspace spotlight, and her innovative, if not mildly shocking, money-stretching tactics have divided Australians.


View attachment 26186
At numerous Costco stores, the food court offers free onions as one of the available toppings for hotdogs. Source: Unsplash



The memorable event took place at Costco North Lakes in Queensland, a store renowned for providing freebies like the complimentary chopped brown onion at the food court, which is typically a favourite topping for hotdogs.

This day, however, saw the free onions disappear into not one but two soft drink cups held by an older woman, an act that has raised a fair number of eyebrows, both online and in-store.

While the woman's 'onion operation' was initially met with disbelief on a community Facebook page, it has quickly garnered nationwide attention and a range of responses on social media.



In the video, we see the woman standing at the onion dispenser, filling up her cups, and then walking away—only to return a little later to repeat the exercise, as the Facebook post reported.

The woman was approached by staff after filling up cups of free onions. She left initially but returned ten minutes later to repeat the same action.


View attachment 26187
A video captured a woman filling up cups with free onions at Costco in North Lakes, Queensland. Source: Tiktok/@zampe16



The post also alleged that she had ‘plenty of cups in her bag’, implying that she filled up more than two cups.

It's caused quite a stir, prompting a thought-provoking debate: is this frugality madness or genius?



Responses have ranged from disgust to admiration: 'That is just disgusting, now I know why there’s never any onions,' some exclaimed.

Others defended the woman, attributing her actions to her age or possible financial constraints. Then some seemed to tip their hats to her, hailing her as a thrifty guru.

One commented, ‘Leave her alone. She’s elderly and maybe can’t afford much. She’s obviously paid for the cups as they don’t give them away.’

Another said, ‘That’s actually smart.’



Watch the video here:



Whether disapproving or admiring, one can't deny the desperation that rising prices and financial strains have imposed on people.

The cost of living experienced a growth of 0.8 per cent in the June quarter, with a yearly rise of 6 per cent, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Although it was the lowest increase since September 2021, the impact remains significant.

Last October, Tasmania witnessed a substantial 30 per cent surge in supermarket shoplifting.



Tasmania Police Inspector Nathan Johnston attributed the increase to the rising cost of living and homelessness, which were contributing factors.

In March, it was reported that store theft in NSW rose by 23.7 per cent from 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, Queensland recorded the highest-ever monthly rate of theft in January.

Key Takeaways

  • A woman was filmed filling up two soft drink cups with free chopped brown onion at Costco North Lakes in Queensland.
  • The woman's actions received mixed reactions on social media, with some expressing disgust while others understood her need to save money in these hard times.
  • This instance underscores the increasing financial pressure faced by many Australians as the cost of living continues to rise in the country, leading to increased supermarket thefts.
  • Recent statistics reveal that store theft rose 23.7 per cent in NSW from 2021 to 2022, with Tasmanian police attributing the rising cost of living and homelessness as contributing factors.



Yet, it's not all doom and gloom. Rather than resort to drastic measures, there are plenty of legitimate strategies to extend the longevity of your groceries—such as proper storage to prevent spoilage, smart meal planning, and batch cooking.

Amidst the overwhelming cost of living pressures, it's increasingly vital to champion smart, responsible, and respectful savings behaviour.



This whole saga begs the question, where do we draw the line between frugality and theft?

That's something we'd love to hear your opinions on—drop your thoughts and experiences of thrifty measures gone overboard in the comments section!

I just think she is a greedy woman. They are put there to share not take so many. Even if she is short of money that would not cost a lot. Just plain greedy!!!! I have seen people do this in food places. They go take a plate of food & stuff it in their handbag. At those self serve lunch places. Just greedy.
 
While we all aim to save money when shopping for groceries, especially with the rising cost of living, there are times when some among us get a bit more inventive than standard bargain hunting.

Mix in a bit of boldness, and you've got the recipe for a sensation that captures attention.



Recently, one frugal lady found herself in the cyberspace spotlight, and her innovative, if not mildly shocking, money-stretching tactics have divided Australians.


View attachment 26186
At numerous Costco stores, the food court offers free onions as one of the available toppings for hotdogs. Source: Unsplash



The memorable event took place at Costco North Lakes in Queensland, a store renowned for providing freebies like the complimentary chopped brown onion at the food court, which is typically a favourite topping for hotdogs.

This day, however, saw the free onions disappear into not one but two soft drink cups held by an older woman, an act that has raised a fair number of eyebrows, both online and in-store.

While the woman's 'onion operation' was initially met with disbelief on a community Facebook page, it has quickly garnered nationwide attention and a range of responses on social media.



In the video, we see the woman standing at the onion dispenser, filling up her cups, and then walking away—only to return a little later to repeat the exercise, as the Facebook post reported.

The woman was approached by staff after filling up cups of free onions. She left initially but returned ten minutes later to repeat the same action.


View attachment 26187
A video captured a woman filling up cups with free onions at Costco in North Lakes, Queensland. Source: Tiktok/@zampe16



The post also alleged that she had ‘plenty of cups in her bag’, implying that she filled up more than two cups.

It's caused quite a stir, prompting a thought-provoking debate: is this frugality madness or genius?



Responses have ranged from disgust to admiration: 'That is just disgusting, now I know why there’s never any onions,' some exclaimed.

Others defended the woman, attributing her actions to her age or possible financial constraints. Then some seemed to tip their hats to her, hailing her as a thrifty guru.

One commented, ‘Leave her alone. She’s elderly and maybe can’t afford much. She’s obviously paid for the cups as they don’t give them away.’

Another said, ‘That’s actually smart.’



Watch the video here:



Whether disapproving or admiring, one can't deny the desperation that rising prices and financial strains have imposed on people.

The cost of living experienced a growth of 0.8 per cent in the June quarter, with a yearly rise of 6 per cent, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Although it was the lowest increase since September 2021, the impact remains significant.

Last October, Tasmania witnessed a substantial 30 per cent surge in supermarket shoplifting.



Tasmania Police Inspector Nathan Johnston attributed the increase to the rising cost of living and homelessness, which were contributing factors.

In March, it was reported that store theft in NSW rose by 23.7 per cent from 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, Queensland recorded the highest-ever monthly rate of theft in January.

Key Takeaways

  • A woman was filmed filling up two soft drink cups with free chopped brown onion at Costco North Lakes in Queensland.
  • The woman's actions received mixed reactions on social media, with some expressing disgust while others understood her need to save money in these hard times.
  • This instance underscores the increasing financial pressure faced by many Australians as the cost of living continues to rise in the country, leading to increased supermarket thefts.
  • Recent statistics reveal that store theft rose 23.7 per cent in NSW from 2021 to 2022, with Tasmanian police attributing the rising cost of living and homelessness as contributing factors.



Yet, it's not all doom and gloom. Rather than resort to drastic measures, there are plenty of legitimate strategies to extend the longevity of your groceries—such as proper storage to prevent spoilage, smart meal planning, and batch cooking.

Amidst the overwhelming cost of living pressures, it's increasingly vital to champion smart, responsible, and respectful savings behaviour.



This whole saga begs the question, where do we draw the line between frugality and theft?

That's something we'd love to hear your opinions on—drop your thoughts and experiences of thrifty measures gone overboard in the comments section!

People like this (selfish minority) ruin it for the rest (majority), nice things disappear from offerings when abused!
 
People like the woman mentioned in the article have always been among us and unfortunately for the rest of us they always will be. These people have absolutely no regard for anyone else and think only of themselves and their own needs, I am sure there is probably a medical term for their behavior. Most of us would refer to them as being extremely selfish or just plain greedy. There must be something wrong with the way that they are wired as they do not see anything wrong with the way that they act, the term sociopath comes to mind
 
While we all aim to save money when shopping for groceries, especially with the rising cost of living, there are times when some among us get a bit more inventive than standard bargain hunting.

Mix in a bit of boldness, and you've got the recipe for a sensation that captures attention.



Recently, one frugal lady found herself in the cyberspace spotlight, and her innovative, if not mildly shocking, money-stretching tactics have divided Australians.


View attachment 26186
At numerous Costco stores, the food court offers free onions as one of the available toppings for hotdogs. Source: Unsplash



The memorable event took place at Costco North Lakes in Queensland, a store renowned for providing freebies like the complimentary chopped brown onion at the food court, which is typically a favourite topping for hotdogs.

This day, however, saw the free onions disappear into not one but two soft drink cups held by an older woman, an act that has raised a fair number of eyebrows, both online and in-store.

While the woman's 'onion operation' was initially met with disbelief on a community Facebook page, it has quickly garnered nationwide attention and a range of responses on social media.



In the video, we see the woman standing at the onion dispenser, filling up her cups, and then walking away—only to return a little later to repeat the exercise, as the Facebook post reported.

The woman was approached by staff after filling up cups of free onions. She left initially but returned ten minutes later to repeat the same action.


View attachment 26187
A video captured a woman filling up cups with free onions at Costco in North Lakes, Queensland. Source: Tiktok/@zampe16



The post also alleged that she had ‘plenty of cups in her bag’, implying that she filled up more than two cups.

It's caused quite a stir, prompting a thought-provoking debate: is this frugality madness or genius?



Responses have ranged from disgust to admiration: 'That is just disgusting, now I know why there’s never any onions,' some exclaimed.

Others defended the woman, attributing her actions to her age or possible financial constraints. Then some seemed to tip their hats to her, hailing her as a thrifty guru.

One commented, ‘Leave her alone. She’s elderly and maybe can’t afford much. She’s obviously paid for the cups as they don’t give them away.’

Another said, ‘That’s actually smart.’



Watch the video here:



Whether disapproving or admiring, one can't deny the desperation that rising prices and financial strains have imposed on people.

The cost of living experienced a growth of 0.8 per cent in the June quarter, with a yearly rise of 6 per cent, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Although it was the lowest increase since September 2021, the impact remains significant.

Last October, Tasmania witnessed a substantial 30 per cent surge in supermarket shoplifting.



Tasmania Police Inspector Nathan Johnston attributed the increase to the rising cost of living and homelessness, which were contributing factors.

In March, it was reported that store theft in NSW rose by 23.7 per cent from 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, Queensland recorded the highest-ever monthly rate of theft in January.

Key Takeaways

  • A woman was filmed filling up two soft drink cups with free chopped brown onion at Costco North Lakes in Queensland.
  • The woman's actions received mixed reactions on social media, with some expressing disgust while others understood her need to save money in these hard times.
  • This instance underscores the increasing financial pressure faced by many Australians as the cost of living continues to rise in the country, leading to increased supermarket thefts.
  • Recent statistics reveal that store theft rose 23.7 per cent in NSW from 2021 to 2022, with Tasmanian police attributing the rising cost of living and homelessness as contributing factors.



Yet, it's not all doom and gloom. Rather than resort to drastic measures, there are plenty of legitimate strategies to extend the longevity of your groceries—such as proper storage to prevent spoilage, smart meal planning, and batch cooking.

Amidst the overwhelming cost of living pressures, it's increasingly vital to champion smart, responsible, and respectful savings behaviour.



This whole saga begs the question, where do we draw the line between frugality and theft?

That's something we'd love to hear your opinions on—drop your thoughts and experiences of thrifty measures gone overboard in the comments section!

I'm shocked at the gaul of this woman. Selfish thief. She should be banned from there.
 
The fact that she was spoken to by staff and then went back for more, shows a breathtaking sense of entitlement! I've been observing this behaviour for years, and it seems that it's mostly confined to older people. To use age as an excuse isn't okay. Hubby and I are in our late 70s, and it would never occur to either of us to do this.

We live in a retirement village and we have happy hour every Friday night. Residents take turns cooking a meal that's shared by all. We have one female resident who is almost always at the head of the queue and heaps her plate. Last night, we had coleslaw and salad to go with fish and chips. When she'd eaten her fill and pushed her plate away, there was more food on the plate than I had as a meal. Some of those at the end of the queue missed out on the salad and the coleslaw, while her leftovers went into the bin.
 
The fact that she was spoken to by staff and then went back for more, shows a breathtaking sense of entitlement! I've been observing this behaviour for years, and it seems that it's mostly confined to older people. To use age as an excuse isn't okay. Hubby and I are in our late 70s, and it would never occur to either of us to do this.

We live in a retirement village and we have happy hour every Friday night. Residents take turns cooking a meal that's shared by all. We have one female resident who is almost always at the head of the queue and heaps her plate. Last night, we had coleslaw and salad to go with fish and chips. When she'd eaten her fill and pushed her plate away, there was more food on the plate than I had as a meal. Some of those at the end of the queue missed out on the salad and the coleslaw, while her leftovers went into the bin.
That might be her only decent meal each week. It is easy to judge but you don't know whst her circumstances are and most people would not do that so she needs to be cut some slack. Most of us can be thankful we would never behave in that manner or need to!
 
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apart from onions being one of the cheapest produce items to buy, who the hell eats that much minced onion. Is she running a hamburger joint. Minced onion doesn't exactly last very long. Just another reason why vending machines are becoming more and more prevalent in 'help yourself' food bars.
 
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While we all aim to save money when shopping for groceries, especially with the rising cost of living, there are times when some among us get a bit more inventive than standard bargain hunting.

Mix in a bit of boldness, and you've got the recipe for a sensation that captures attention.



Recently, one frugal lady found herself in the cyberspace spotlight, and her innovative, if not mildly shocking, money-stretching tactics have divided Australians.


View attachment 26186
At numerous Costco stores, the food court offers free onions as one of the available toppings for hotdogs. Source: Unsplash



The memorable event took place at Costco North Lakes in Queensland, a store renowned for providing freebies like the complimentary chopped brown onion at the food court, which is typically a favourite topping for hotdogs.

This day, however, saw the free onions disappear into not one but two soft drink cups held by an older woman, an act that has raised a fair number of eyebrows, both online and in-store.

While the woman's 'onion operation' was initially met with disbelief on a community Facebook page, it has quickly garnered nationwide attention and a range of responses on social media.



In the video, we see the woman standing at the onion dispenser, filling up her cups, and then walking away—only to return a little later to repeat the exercise, as the Facebook post reported.

The woman was approached by staff after filling up cups of free onions. She left initially but returned ten minutes later to repeat the same action.


View attachment 26187
A video captured a woman filling up cups with free onions at Costco in North Lakes, Queensland. Source: Tiktok/@zampe16



The post also alleged that she had ‘plenty of cups in her bag’, implying that she filled up more than two cups.

It's caused quite a stir, prompting a thought-provoking debate: is this frugality madness or genius?



Responses have ranged from disgust to admiration: 'That is just disgusting, now I know why there’s never any onions,' some exclaimed.

Others defended the woman, attributing her actions to her age or possible financial constraints. Then some seemed to tip their hats to her, hailing her as a thrifty guru.

One commented, ‘Leave her alone. She’s elderly and maybe can’t afford much. She’s obviously paid for the cups as they don’t give them away.’

Another said, ‘That’s actually smart.’



Watch the video here:



Whether disapproving or admiring, one can't deny the desperation that rising prices and financial strains have imposed on people.

The cost of living experienced a growth of 0.8 per cent in the June quarter, with a yearly rise of 6 per cent, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Although it was the lowest increase since September 2021, the impact remains significant.

Last October, Tasmania witnessed a substantial 30 per cent surge in supermarket shoplifting.



Tasmania Police Inspector Nathan Johnston attributed the increase to the rising cost of living and homelessness, which were contributing factors.

In March, it was reported that store theft in NSW rose by 23.7 per cent from 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, Queensland recorded the highest-ever monthly rate of theft in January.

Key Takeaways

  • A woman was filmed filling up two soft drink cups with free chopped brown onion at Costco North Lakes in Queensland.
  • The woman's actions received mixed reactions on social media, with some expressing disgust while others understood her need to save money in these hard times.
  • This instance underscores the increasing financial pressure faced by many Australians as the cost of living continues to rise in the country, leading to increased supermarket thefts.
  • Recent statistics reveal that store theft rose 23.7 per cent in NSW from 2021 to 2022, with Tasmanian police attributing the rising cost of living and homelessness as contributing factors.



Yet, it's not all doom and gloom. Rather than resort to drastic measures, there are plenty of legitimate strategies to extend the longevity of your groceries—such as proper storage to prevent spoilage, smart meal planning, and batch cooking.

Amidst the overwhelming cost of living pressures, it's increasingly vital to champion smart, responsible, and respectful savings behaviour.



This whole saga begs the question, where do we draw the line between frugality and theft?

That's something we'd love to hear your opinions on—drop your thoughts and experiences of thrifty measures gone overboard in the comments section!

And this, darling, is why we can't have nice things... 😕
 
It is not legally theft as the product is offered free of charge in a help-yourself situation. Morally it is probably unacceptable and is an example of gluttony. It cannot be a case of needing something to eat, who wants to eat that many chopped onions from a cup? I bet her bags smell pretty bad when she gets home. I agree though that her action can jeopardise access to a free item to other consumers.
 
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Fair dinkum, anyone defending this low lives actions need to see a head shrink. This is pure theft of a commodity made availably for free to customers as a customer service and this allegedly desperate women's actions are pure theft and, as are other shop lifting offences,one of the reasons store owners are increasing their prices. IF she allegedly is so hard up that she needs to steal a free produce then she needs to just take a step backwards and stop consuming onions. And onions are, in the majority of super markets, at a very low price per kg.
Why would anyone need to see a head shrink for that! - we all have our own way of thinking and opinions - instead of annihilating her i wonder if anyone asked her what she was doing and why - the fact that she has come back for more - what is the reason - she may have dementia - or an underlying health condition-where is her family or the person that may have taken her to the shops? Or there may be money made or paid for these uploads - who knows!!!
 
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