Coles shopper disappointed by fine print on Australian Made logo
A disgruntled shopper at Coles has asked anyone if they’ve checked the fine print besides the Australian Made logo lately as there’s something there that they’re bound not to like.
They shared a post that noted that beside the Australian Made Logo, the product of streaky bacon from Coles stated that only 10 per cent of its contents were sourced from Australia.
“How is that Australian Made???” the post questioned.
“With African Swine Flu at our doorstep, why the hell are we accepting foreign pork products into the country,” the post continued.
“Support our Aussie Pig farmers and Pork industry, and don't be fooled by the Australian Made symbol!”
Coles quickly responded to the photo shared, saying that while 85 per cent of its own brand products were sourced in Australia, if local supply doesn’t meet current demand, it’s difficult to ensure low prices for shoppers.
“We do source some items from overseas when there is insufficient supply to keep prices low in Australia,” a Coles spokesperson said online.
“We'll share your concerns with our Merch Team to make them aware and they'll take them into consideration next time they review our product range.”
Many posters were shocked at this, saying that they’ve checked their own meat products at home to look at the sliding scale and were annoyed at what they saw.
“After I saw this post, I looked at all the meat in the deli section in Coles and other than triple smoked ham all the items contained only 15 % Australian items!! Check for yourself!” one person wrote.
“Less than 10% ! Really that’s just the package,” another angrily stated.