For the first time in two years, Australians enjoy their first Boxing Day sales without COVID-19 restrictions.
abc.net.au/news/boxing-day-sales-australia/101804236Prices will not be the only thing falling today, as retail records are expected to tumble, with Australians enjoying their first COVID-19 restriction-free Boxing Day sales period in two years.Retailers expect a record amount of spending during the Boxing Day sales period this yearResearch says Australians are more enthusiastic about spending than in previous yearsshoppers will spend a record $23.
Shops in Sydney's Bondi Junction were filled with savvy shoppers during the morning, hoping to snatch a bargain in the face of tough financial conditions."The cost of living we're concerned about, so the big sales are quite a big thing for us," Sydney shopper Pearl Ngo said. "The last three years we bought online and, when they arrive, you’re a little bit disappointed, because you only see the picture," she said.Melbourne father and daughter pair Peter and Jane were similarly attached to traditional in-store shopping.Peter said the number of shoppers was down considerably compared to past years.
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