Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

 

[fourwb]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

 

[fourwb]

The paper bags are expensive and quite unsuitable as they rip. The plastic bags were good for garbage. Will have to buy garbage bags. The whole 'single use' plastic bag campaign is an absolute hoax and shows how stupid people are.

 

[Rob.]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

I use both, and am happy with them. Plastic bags seem better for heavier and frozen items. Bottles seem Ok in either, so long as they are not overloaded.

 

[Nana Zorak]

Get back to basics where you find your own bags & remember to take them with you. When I was young no one had any problem with their shopping as we all took our own bags or wheeled trollies when we went to the shops, Most people would always have a string bag in their handbags so as not to be caught out without one. Bring back the brains that kept the world running before easy. but polluting plastics were introduced!

 

[Judith1946]

my problem is I’m disabled and cannot do my own shopping anymore so I get home deliveries. I have no option but to have as many paper bags as the shop sees fit to use. These are the most badly packed bags ever. They just stuff heavy milk or juice bottles over soft fruit and tins over salad greens, my fruit and Vegas are constantly damaged and even though I complain weekly sometimes to customer help it hasn’t improved. I hate having to waste money like this.

 

[Vinylted]

Supermarkets & greenies have created the biggest rip off ever seen on a gullible shopping public. It's been going on for years!

 

[The winner is]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

 

[The winner is]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

I can understand people not liking the both plastic and paper bags. Its difficult if you have a home delivery. However, we have been using our own bags for a long time now when we shop in person, so I can't understand why people are still not using their own.

 

[SGH]

We used a trolley when I was young, and when my husband and I went to Europe many years ago you had to supply your own bags then. I bought the calico bags because they were cheap and could be thrown in the wash. Then we got back home and they were still carrying on about plastic bags. Australia, you have had long enough. Take your own bags to the shops or got without, easy fix.

 

[Penny4]

Someone told me the paper bags from Coles are made in Vietnam from recycled paper.
At least they can be recycled in our Council bins, if people buy them.
I have an abundance of fabric bags and nylon bags that I can wash, plus a couple of chiller bags.
My fabric bags are Boomerang Bags that women sew from donated material.
Cotton On stores sell reusable cotton shopping bags. They aren't expensive. Some of their proceeds go to charities.

 

[Mindygirl12022]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

What I think may be happening to cause the bags to break is the shoppers have put cold or frozen food into the bag making it go soft at the bottom, and this would certainly cause it to fall apart. Just an opinion.

 

[Buggsy]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

Have half a dozen cloth bags in the car, why pay for paper ones, take your own, easy!

 

[chips]

I thought they stopped using paper bags to save the trees and so they went to plastic
now they are unsuitable and have gone back to the paper ones. It doesn't take much effort to put a proper bag in the car, why should the shops have to supply bags at all. People are just lazy, they never supplied bags years ago and they never packed them either If you are going shopping take a bag

 

[Cattersfan]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

I know plastic is a filthy product to make, but I can't see how cutting down trees for paper is more 'environmentally aware'? The cynic in me says that it's more about profit to be made from the (essentially) non-reusable bags, than any environmental stance..

 

[Handyman]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

I have always recycled plastic shopping bags and veggie bags, now I have to buy bin bags.
Can anyone tell me the difference apart from the shops making profit on the bin bags, that still go to landfill

 

[Peirsol]

We have our groceries home delivered and by the time the delivery person gets them to my front door some of the handles have snapped off and/or the bags are torn. I get that we need to care for our environment but the powers-that-be must ensure that such environmentally friendly items stand up to the pressure of use.
……..And don’t get me started on the flamin’ wooden knives and forks!!!!!

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

 

[Peirsol]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

I have most of my groceries home delivered. I have Delivery Unlimited with Woolworths, so for $107pa I have 'free' delivery and 'free' bags. The paper bags are useless if they get damp, but otherwise not too bad if only a few items in each, which is usually the case when I get home deliveries from Woolworths. Not so much with Coles - probably because I do have to pay for them there (often too heavy for the bag). Other than that, I have sooooo many paper bags. I use them when weeding and such and I have given heaps away to others. And of course you can always reuse them as bags for other purposes. When I shop in store, I take the green reusable bags with me that I always keep in the car (I have heaps of them as I also found them very handy when moving house a short distance!).

 

[maggiej]

I make my own shopping bags from various materials. I know not everyone has a sewing machine but maybe a friend could make them for those that don't. Not only is it bags a problem for some people but just imagine if the trolleys were made to use a coin for the purpose as it should be. So many trolleys are stolen to take their groceries home and being the lazy people that they are they leave them in the streets. ALL this is costing every shopper as the stores try to retrieve them the cost gets added to the bottom line making the cost of groceries etc dearer. This is STEALING so why don't the stores stop this happening? Aldi does have a coin for use and I have not seen their trolleys all over the streets. So SHOPPERS take note and be more sensible.

 

[Morgana]

Paper or plastic? It's the age-old question you might remember hearing once upon a time, but there has been a growing emphasis on finding more sustainable alternatives in recent years.

With increased awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, many people are reevaluating their choices and seeking out more eco-friendly options.

The traditional paper bag, once seen as a more sustainable alternative to plastic, is now being scrutinised for its utility.

Many frustrated shoppers have recently flooded Facebook with posts and comments about a ‘serious’ issue they've been experiencing since Woolworths stopped using plastic bags nationwide.

The supermarket giant began offering reusable paper bags for 25 cents each instead of the 15-cent plastic ones, and it looks like it hasn't been the successful transition initially hoped for.

Customers have claimed that the bags aren’t as sturdy as their plastic counterparts. They tend to break apart when filled with groceries, leading to an increasingly common sight - customers chasing loo rolls and tins of tuna through car parks all over Australia.

One shopper also shared photographs showcasing her torn bags, revealing a broken handle on one and groceries tearing through the bottom of another.

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Shoppers expressed frustration over Woolies’ paper bags, claiming they’re not sturdy enough to hold groceries. Credit: Facebook.

She wrote: ‘Twenty-five cents for bags that just break before you even get to the car.’
Others voiced their frustrations, too, saying they had experienced similar problems with their purchases.

'Miss the bags already, the paper bag broke on the way to the car,' said one shopper.

Another added: 'How many people are losing all their groceries with the new paper bags?'

Some pointed out that the bags can hold fewer items compared to the phased-out plastic option.

One shopper claimed: ‘Four items to a bag is all they’re good for. No thanks!’

In response to the growing complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson said that the supermarket stands by the quality of the paper bags, claiming they have been tested to carry up to 6kg safely.

However, the reviews on Woolworths paper bags aren't all bad - some shoppers have been saying they actually prefer them.

One shopper said: ‘I like them. They stand up better in the car.’

‘Love them, just need a plastic one for cold and frozen, they don’t do well when wet. At least these have handles, the ones we had 35 years ago didn’t even have handles,’ another added.

A third chimed in: ‘Used them prior to plastic bags, no issues.’

Key Takeaways

• Woolworths shoppers are voicing their frustrations on social media regarding the store's paper shopping bags.
• Customers have reported that the bags are not sturdy enough and break apart when filled with groceries.
• Despite these complaints, a Woolworths spokesperson stands by the quality of the paper bags, stating they are designed to carry up to 6kg.
• While some customers are unhappy with the paper bags, others have mentioned their preference for them and have not faced any issues.

It’s clear that the new paper bags are causing a divide among shoppers.

So which side are you on, members? Do you think paper bags are a good replacement, or are the issues too much of a nuisance to make them worthwhile? Have you experienced any of these problems yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

Definitely on the side of plastic bags.
The paper ones are made overseas, not that the plastic ones weren't. The only winners are the supermarkets.

 

[Kudjela]

If it is that big a deal, buy or make sturdy fabric bags.
Cost less in the long run.