"Backlash as Aldi Joins Boycott on Australia Day Merchandise", 12 January 2024

In the face of thunderous backlash, Aldi has joined Woolworths in boycotting Australia Day merchandise from its stores in the lead-up to the controversial day.

While the retailer previously stocked a wide range of Australia Day-themed goods, known as the Australia Day Special Buys catalogue, it confirmed on Thursday a similar event would not go ahead this year and that themed products will not be sold in the lead-up to January 26.

Aldi has declined to comment on the ban.

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“There has been a gradual decline in demand for Australia Day merchandise from our stores over recent years,” Woolworths said. “We know many people like to use this day as a time to get together, and we offer a huge variety of products to help customers mark the day as they choose”.

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