What is the ‘secret’ behind this petrol station that has every Aussie talking?
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It's no surprise that times are changing, and technology has become a major factor in our lives.
We have smartphones that work more like computers, and computers have grown more advanced with time. We have apps that manage our daily activities, and it seems like there's a tech solution for everything nowadays!
But, sometimes, the old ways of doing things can offer an experience even the most updated technology can't quite replicate.
This rings true for Australian actor, comedian, and director Shane Jacobson, who had a pleasant surprise recently when he stopped at an old-fashioned petrol station on his way to Adelaide.
Mr Jacobson, who is well-known for his role in Kenny and other high-profile films such as The Dressmaker and A Few Less Men, had stopped at St Arnaud Apex Service Station in rural Victoria over the weekend.
He expected to do nothing more than fill up his car, but when he arrived at the station, he was met with a wonderful surprise.
As soon as Mr Jacobson pulled up, an attendant rushed over to his car and began to fill it up for him!
The actor was taken aback by the service, and in a subsequent post he shared on Facebook, he talked about how the experience was a 'blast from the past'.
He wrote: 'I shook his hand and thanked him, and he followed it up with, "It's all part of the service" – what's awesome is that he actually meant it. What a champion! Go, Australia!'
Mr Jacobson went on to say that the whole experience was so 'lovely', and it felt nice being taken back to a 'time of service and conversation'.
Mr Jacobson's post resonated with many other service station users who had experienced similar interactions in the past, and social media users began to throw their support behind the station.
People called on other service stations to revive the 'old-school service', while others praised the station, saying they had received the same level of care on their previous visits.
'I've stopped there before. It's great to have good old-fashioned service,' one user wrote in the comments.
Another added: 'That is awesome… As an older person with hip replacement pending, I always wish for driveway assistance - especially under the bonnet and checking the tyres.'
The post has since gone viral on social media, and Lisa Esmore, the Automotive Secretary at St Arnaud Apex Service Station, reached out and thanked Mr Jacobson for the kind words.
'Glad our staff member gave great service. And that is all part of our service - 75 plus years and three generations, including the workshop!' she said.
'Don't be a stranger! Welcome back anytime! Hopefully, during the week so we can say G'day in person!'
Members, we believe that good service is always appreciated, especially if it is something we don't often see nowadays.
Be sure to pay attention next time you're stopping by your local petrol station, and we wish you the best of luck in finding attendants who provide a personal and memorable service.
What are your thoughts about this story? Do you believe other petrol stations should also start adopting this 'good old-fashioned' service? Let us know in the comments!
We have smartphones that work more like computers, and computers have grown more advanced with time. We have apps that manage our daily activities, and it seems like there's a tech solution for everything nowadays!
But, sometimes, the old ways of doing things can offer an experience even the most updated technology can't quite replicate.
This rings true for Australian actor, comedian, and director Shane Jacobson, who had a pleasant surprise recently when he stopped at an old-fashioned petrol station on his way to Adelaide.
What makes this ordinary petrol station so special that Australians can't get enough? Credit: Facebook.
Mr Jacobson, who is well-known for his role in Kenny and other high-profile films such as The Dressmaker and A Few Less Men, had stopped at St Arnaud Apex Service Station in rural Victoria over the weekend.
He expected to do nothing more than fill up his car, but when he arrived at the station, he was met with a wonderful surprise.
As soon as Mr Jacobson pulled up, an attendant rushed over to his car and began to fill it up for him!
The actor was taken aback by the service, and in a subsequent post he shared on Facebook, he talked about how the experience was a 'blast from the past'.
He wrote: 'I shook his hand and thanked him, and he followed it up with, "It's all part of the service" – what's awesome is that he actually meant it. What a champion! Go, Australia!'
Mr Jacobson went on to say that the whole experience was so 'lovely', and it felt nice being taken back to a 'time of service and conversation'.
Mr Jacobson was pleasantly surprised to have someone fill his tank for him! Credit: Pexels/Engin Akyurt.
Mr Jacobson's post resonated with many other service station users who had experienced similar interactions in the past, and social media users began to throw their support behind the station.
People called on other service stations to revive the 'old-school service', while others praised the station, saying they had received the same level of care on their previous visits.
'I've stopped there before. It's great to have good old-fashioned service,' one user wrote in the comments.
Another added: 'That is awesome… As an older person with hip replacement pending, I always wish for driveway assistance - especially under the bonnet and checking the tyres.'
The post has since gone viral on social media, and Lisa Esmore, the Automotive Secretary at St Arnaud Apex Service Station, reached out and thanked Mr Jacobson for the kind words.
'Glad our staff member gave great service. And that is all part of our service - 75 plus years and three generations, including the workshop!' she said.
'Don't be a stranger! Welcome back anytime! Hopefully, during the week so we can say G'day in person!'
Be sure to pay attention next time you're stopping by your local petrol station, and we wish you the best of luck in finding attendants who provide a personal and memorable service.
What are your thoughts about this story? Do you believe other petrol stations should also start adopting this 'good old-fashioned' service? Let us know in the comments!
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