Shopping at Woolworths can be a convenient and pleasant experience, but one shopper recently encountered something peculiar and unexpected that left them scratching their head.

Imagine this: you are just about to finish your shopping, and the cashier hands you a receipt so long that it would make the Murray river look like a stream.

The shopper was so taken aback by the length of the receipt that they took to social media to share their shock and disbelief.

The photo they posted showed the receipt stretched out almost the length of the car's windscreen and steering wheel, leaving us wondering if this was a new form of paper art.

The shopper asked on social media, 'All of this paper for one item. Is this really necessary?'

The post quickly got the attention of people on social media, leaving many to question the need for such lengthy receipts, especially as the world tries to move towards a more eco-friendly and sustainable future.

A Woolies customer was surprised to get such a long receipt for just one item he purchased from the store. Credit: Twitter/CodeRatchet.

This isn't the first time shoppers have raised concerns about the excessive length of receipts from the supermarket. In fact, it has become a recurring theme among several shoppers, with reports of receipts measuring the length of, quite literally, an arm or a leg.

One shopper shared images on social media to show that her Woolworths docket measured the length of her arm after buying just one item. Another customer shared on social media that her receipt was as long as her leg after purchasing a handful of items from the supermarket.

These receipts, which often include shopping offers and store information, have left some shoppers questioning the necessity of such excessive uses of paper.

It's not often that a receipt becomes the center of attention, but these lengthy Woolworths receipts are leaving customers scratching their heads and raising concerns.

But it’s not all negative, and we have to give credit where it’s due. In response to customers' complaints regarding long receipts, Woolworths has now made it possible for Everyday Rewards members to opt for paperless receipts.

The spokesperson from Woolies said: 'Our eReceipts functionality available within the Everyday Rewards app was launched with the goal of streamlining the checkout experience for customers whilst also supporting our wider group sustainability commitments.'

The eReceipts feature has been a hit among shoppers, with over one million members choosing to opt out of paper receipts. This has resulted in an average savings of 13 metres of paper per customer each year!

Digital receipts, or eReceipts, allow you to store all your receipts from Woolworths, BIG W, and BWS in a single, easy-to-find location. Credit: Woolworths Everyday Rewards.

The next time you shop at Woolworths, don't forget to sign up for the Everyday Rewards program and make the switch to paperless receipts and join the thousands of other Aussies who have already made the switch and are saving paper and the environment.

And if you're a member of the Everyday Rewards program already, then you can disable paper receipts completely by updating your receipt settings through the app.

These eReceipts are just like the paper receipts we're used to, except they work digitally – of course, they can be used to get refunds too!

Key Takeaways

• A Woolworths supermarket customer recently shared his disbelief after receiving a very long paper docket for just one item.
• Woolworths now offers paperless receipts to Everyday Rewards members, allowing them to opt out of paper receipts and instead receive eReceipts.
• These digital receipts provide customers with the same functionality as traditional paper receipts, including refunds, and can be accessed in their Everyday Rewards app.

Are you ready to take your Woolworths shopping experience to the next level? Look no further! You can download the Woolworths app through the links provided here: for Apple/iPhone users and for Android users.

Not only will the app provide you with a seamless shopping experience, but it also offers exclusive deals, personalised coupons, and easy access to your Everyday Rewards account. Plus, you can also use the app to order groceries online and schedule a pickup or delivery.

Tip

If you are having trouble downloading an app on your mobile phone, don't worry -we’ve got you covered! We have created a step-by-step guide to help you download any app, regardless of the type of device you have - just check out this previous article.

It's a debate that has divided shoppers for years, and as the world moves towards a more digital future, the question remains: are paper receipts becoming a thing of the past?

Some argue that the convenience and eco-friendliness of digital receipts outweigh the sentimental value of paper. Others, on the other hand, say that paper receipts are a necessary part of the shopping experience and should be preserved.

So, members, what's your take on the paper vs digital receipts debate? Let us know in the comments!

 

[freedy50]

I hate it when they ask “do you want a recept”?

How would they know you want one without asking you? Do you look like a person that would want a receipt so they don't have to ask you, or do you wear a badge saying "Receipt wanted"?

Lots of people don't want a receipt and lots may take a receipt and just throw it away. Sometimes not in a bin. So you don't care about the extra expense the company has in buying thousands of till rolls (and ink) because a few people might want a printed receipt and the littering problem after. Asking people if they want a receipt and they don't means they cut down a bit of expense of not printing one.

 

[freedy50]

You can check your items off on your paperless receipt just the same and also use it to go back and get refunds, if I can do it, anyone can do it.

That's too easy. People need something to moan about as can be seen on here. Some of them even moan if they dare to be asked if they want a receipt as if the checkout person can tell straight away if the customer does or doesnt want a paper receipt.

And another thing they don't care about is the cost the companies have buying thousands of paper rolls, and ink, just to satisfy a few people living in the past. Less expense could help bring down prices.