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1 Ex vax user  · From my personal experience,Anaconda runs rings around bcf.bcf are useless!
5 RJB  · BCF Cannington gave fantastic customer service and good prices! Would definitely go back!
1 Hugh Mann  · Item marked as on clearance has taken over 7 weeks to ship. Not really a clearance sale if you don't have the stock to clear!
1 Wayne R.  · Lack of stocks on special. Misleading – Often advertises specials without having stocks in store. Very disappointing. I've started shopping elsewhere.
1 Sue  · Small camping table – Used this small table once and even though I didn’t put anything wet on the table it swelled up with the humidity!! Not worth the $40
1 Mick D.  · All items – Overpriced items no discount on anything half decent Anaconda is king
Ben O.
Ben O.
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Price match guarantee isn’t a guarantee. Came up with excuse on the online Chat not to despite being provided the link and following the instructions. Suggested to go into store to ‘negotiate’ with Manager. Made it easy to make the decision to purchase elsewhere.

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Wendy Franz
Wendy Franz
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I don’t usually bother with reviews, this thought is an exception! My husband and I were in the market for a new 2 burner stove, for travelling in our motorhome. We live on Kangaroo Island and Noarlunga store is our go to store! We have shopped there many times before! We were blown away with the quality of service we received, Jodie and Nash… Read more ·  1

helped us out with our stove, they couldn’t have helped us more and to make our visit even more enjoyable, they were able to offer us free delivery to KI, totally unexpected! It’s so nice to get old fashioned friendly, helpful service, they also priced matched, we couldn’t be happier, will definitely recommend BCF Noarlunga store. Wendy and Eric Franz

Rohan G.
Rohan G.VIC3 posts
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Needed 2 gazebos for a function. Paid online with delivery. Order confirmation said Expected Delivery Date: Arrives Fri 06 Mar - Mon 09 Mar. Its now 11th March and item still awaiting carrier pickup. Online chat lady threw this back at me "On our website below shipping it states " Timeframes and delivery details shown are estimates based on… Read more

postcode entered and are subject to change. See Delivery Terms for more details. If no one is home, eligible parcels will be left in a safe place." Lesson learned BCF! Anaconda next time.

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CoffeeBender
CoffeeBenderVIC11 posts
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BCF No Service & No Spares. Throw Away Only – BCF Wanderer tent is broken and warranty is only 12 months. But you might get 5 years on a chair??? Wanderer do not support more expensive products. I've got a $800 tent that's now junk because of a faulty frame knuckle. A $2 part that they say cannot be supplied. Seems unbelievable and unethical. BCF have designed product for failure, do not… Read more

support with spares and aim to make people to buy new again. Cunning short term business model. But I won't be back. Please design more reliable and robust product. And support with spares for a reasonable lifespan! At least 5 years.

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Steve A.
Steve A.NSW2 posts
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If you ever want good old fashion customer service with a smile go to bcf campbelltown Angela from there is the best she gives 100% customer service with a smile great attitude and i wish her all the best. Will come back to that store just for her. Show details ·  1

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Paul K.
Paul K.2 posts
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Re: BCF's Box Hill lack lustre customer service and product knowledge! I am writing to express my profound disappointment with the appalling customer service I received at the BCF store in Box Hill today, Sunday August 31st 2025. Having read customer complaints regarding BCF's extremely poor customer service, I guess I'm not alone! This… Read more

afternoon, my wife and I visited the store to refill a gas bottle originally purchased from Bunnings. This same bottle has been refilled at your store on at least three previous occasions without issue. However, on this occasion, the junior sales assistant behind the counter claimed the bottle had no date and refused to refill it.

I explained clearly that the bottle does in fact have a valid inspection date and has been refilled by your store before. Despite this, she doubled down without any real knowledge and called over a more senior staff member. To my disbelief, he repeated the same baseless claim. When I asked to speak to a supervisor, an older gentleman raised his voice and repeated the same inaccurate explanation, flatly refusing service.

After having driven half an hour to reach the store, the situation left me infuriated. Despite my attempts to reason with staff, their continued refusal and dismissive behaviour escalated the situation further. I eventually lost my temper and stormed out of the store in sheer frustration. I regret that my reaction was over the top and was not more composed, but the handling of the matter was utterly unacceptable.

How can a store licensed to refill LPG gas bottles fail to recognise the clearly metal-stamped manufacture date on a tank?

Fortunately, Anaconda Box Hill resolved the issue within minutes. Their staff not only refilled the bottle but also demonstrated where and how the expiry date is calculated via the tank manufacture date. They were professional, knowledgeable, and courteous — everything your staff were not. I would recommend anyone needing a refill bypass BCF Box Hill entirely and instead take the short detour to Anaconda.

After this disgraceful experience, I am seriously reconsidering ever entering another BCF store. The staff at Box Hill displayed incompetence, immaturity, and a complete lack of professionalism. I have attached a photo of the bottle showing the manufacture date of dec 21 showing its validity until 2031 as proof of my claim.

Sincerely, Paul K

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Yves Marie
Yves MarieQLD7 posts
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I purchased order from BCF AND IT' S A TROLLEY SHOPPING CHARCOAL WANDERER cost 54.98 with Standard Freight but Australia post in Bundall was too lazy to get up stairs. I have been home all day long the whole week and AusPost delivery dropped the card for me to collect item on my own despite my knees and hips replacement operations. all i received… Read more

from Australia post endlessly emails by go to collect it and BCF refused to refunds and accused me of i bough from stores i have to return it myself to get refunds from the store i bought. Luckily i have spoken early on that day with 2 different helpful staffs twice on that day and sent emails to request refunds and the Australia Post and BCF tried to push me with lot of emails to collect purchased products which i refused. I only want my refunds back to my account and BCF delays refunds stated until they get BCF products back. This is unprofessional, Cruelty and no good customer service oriented and brushed off responsibility between AustraliaPost in Bundall and numbers of unkind rudeness bad manners BCF customer service. This will be my last and never again with this brands, Products and services that provided terrible experience of shopping online. i won't be forgetting all my life with nasty unkind Australian products and services

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Brett
Brett12 posts
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Had to return an item ( which was over 30 days, as we had been on holiday ) to the Mornington store in Victoria.I only had my credit card receipt on my phone which I showed a young lady ( who then mentioned to a manager that it was over 30 days), the male manager then told my wife and myself that this is not a “proof of purchase” and basically… Read more

made out we where lying.The product was still in original packaging having not been used, so I’m wondering why a credit card account that showed the store that it was bought from ( mornington) and the price of unit on the exact day is not a proof of purchase? I have since been home and retrieved the original receipt but as yet haven’t returned to the store. At no time where the managers rude but I feel they don’t understand BCF policy regarding return as it states on the BCF website that it doesn’t matter if it’s over 30 days it’s just obviously something they try on in store.. It does leave a sour taste in your mouth and I would be hesitant to ever purchase from them again. They just felt a bit disingenuous. They did offer a credit, but I really was wanting a refund. Still have the item, as I’ve not been back yet. Cheers Brett Crawfish

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ManojD
ManojDVIC11 posts
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Taylors Lakes store doesn't seems to have consistency with their services. It depends who's is working I guess. Few times I was asked to come later for gass refill as they can't do it 30m before closing time. It doesn't appears management cares about the service received by the customers. I had to go all the way to Melton for it. Show details

 Follow-up  · 30 minutes drive and 16Km Taylors Lakes store closes 5.30 on most days except Thursday & Friday. Melton store another 30m afterwards. Total different service offered from staff at Melton store comparing to Taylors Lakes.

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Alan
AlanWA2 posts
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False advertising went to my local BCF Rockingham. Seen a pack of shimano said jigs on offer $99 save $100 so I thought ilk treat myself. Went to the till $199 please. I said the price is on the box $99. No that's not valid anymore but it's still on… Read more

the shelf advertised as $99. So I explained to the young girl serving me that it's against the law to advertise at one price and then sell it at a higher price. I was told that's the price $199 if I want i would have to pay it.

 Follow-up  · Yes i did Very poorly Not sure

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B. Cameron L.
B. Cameron L.3 posts
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BCF solicited my opinion on a recent purchase which I gave. My review for them was honest but my comments didn't suit their narrative and it was rejected by their 'moderators'. I now cannot believe any reviews on the BCF website. Show details

 Follow-up  · Follow up to BCF revue. I bought a stinger suit in store and needed a size larger than I thought. One I tried on had an extremely tight stirrup so I made the observation that it would be better to buy in store for a good fit. I also commented that when I go to the store I never seem to be able to find a staff member at the section I'm in and have… Read more

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J C.
J C.VIC
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Big thanks to all the crew at BCF Braybrook over the years, always helpful and willing to assist. Sad to see the store close down but that’s fishing . See you again soon . Show reply

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Kelly T
Kelly TVIC
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Fantastic Service – Went in to the Pakenham store to buy a Yeti drink bottle. The store showed online as having it but on arrival they had sold out. Olivia went above and beyond to help us & arranged delivery of the item to our home. We also had an issue with a previous item which was immediately replaced with no issue. It is so refreshing to get such great customer service! Thanks Olivia Show reply

David handsome
David handsomeWA
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Penn 950 spinning reel – I caught a massive 4 and a half metre bull shark at the swan river using the 50 dollar spinning reel combo penn 950 took 20 mins to reel the big deadly cing in i have had better fights with my gold fish unna love u bcf shout me an overhead Show reply

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Lynn R.
Lynn R.3 posts
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If i could score zero i would. I paid for express delivery and a label wasn't even created for the parcel until after 24hrs later. I paid express because it was needed. Never again will I buy from them, still waiting on an answer and postage refund. Really pathetic.

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Peter manthey
Peter mantheyQLD9 posts
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These stores use bait advertising , which i thought was illegally , but that's right someone ( Gov ) needs to police it . Twice now over a period for several months I have tried to buy a different product advertisedon line , but supposed to be available in store . Discounted , but means nothing when they never have stock . Total watse of my time ! Never again , staff apologize but not their fault . Some marketing bozzo in HO . Show details

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Frank G.
Frank G.WA6 posts
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I purchased an Engel MR40F Fridge/Freezer and Engel cover on19 Nov 2025 for our caravan. We used the freezer settings and tested both full and empty. The motor ran continually and the temp did not go below freezing. It was pugged into a 240v outlet. The product manual suggested that the freezer set at 5 can reach -18c at an ambient temp of 30c. … Read more

We returned the product to Joondalup BCF and asked for an exchange. We were told no BCF will not do anything until an Engel rep inspect it, so we reluctantly left the freezer and cover at the shop. BCF said they would call us the next day, but they did not, it has been over a week now with no communication.

I called into the shop to explain that under Australian consumer law if a freezer will not freeze it is deemed to be both not fit for purpose and that the product has a major fault (a freezer that will not freeze). As such the law states that as the customer I can choose a repair, a replacement or a refund. I asked for either a replacement or a refund. I was told no BCF will not replace or refund until Engel have inspected the product.

We need a freezer for a caravan trip by the 4 Feb. It has been more than a week and still no communication. I will return to the store this week to sort this out. Why do big retailers think that they are beyond the law and can device their own returns policy that contradict Australian consumer law.

The shop assistant explained that all brands of fridges have faults and the better brands just reduce the percentage chance of experiencing a problem, he even quoted % of various brands. Very encouraging.

It seems Engel have insisted that an inspection is required before a replacement or refund is given.

Very very poor customer service BCF and Engel

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Georgie
Georgie
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Scam their buyers with ridiculously inflated prices. They have a Ledlenser P7R Signature torch for $366.95. Anaconda has the same torch $199, eBay has the same for $166.95 ....So in effect BCF is charging near 110 % more !!!! Or BCF $366.95, EBay $166.95. Don't shop at these ripoff scammers....

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lisa s
lisa sWA5 posts
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I went into BCF today and brought a star link mini , I asked the staff at the front counter if they could give me any information on this product and out of all 4 people behind the counter not one person could help. They all said we don’t know anything about this product . I said maybe you could google and get knowledgeable on this product. I also… Read more

said I was going to go to another store which sells this product but didn’t have much faith in the staff’s knowledge, but BCF being a camping store I chose them to buy my product . So so disappointing. Yes I have googled the product and done my homework . I’m confident I can set this up with no problem but customer service was terrible….. polite enough but no product knowledge.. Not the staffs fault that are put on front counter but company fault .. if you spend $500 on a product in a store there should be staff there that can give you feedback back .. lift your game BCF ..

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Chris
ChrisVIC3 posts
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Called Hoppers Crossing store at 09:16 on 16th Aug 2025. Asked about price matching an Amazon for Oakley sunnies. Seemed to get the green light. Attended store, then after they located the locked away glasses, then trying them on (good comfortable… Read more

fit), I find out there's been a miscommunication. They wouldn't match Amazon. OK. Miscommunication might have been partly my fault. No problem! But why not? It was explained they wouldn't do it "because BCF had higher overheads". I said "But I'm offering to amortise those right now. Are you sure? Bunnings, Officeworks, those guys do it!" Bizarrely there was absolutely no attempt at any negotiation. Oh well, I got the glasses from Amazon today, along with some other stuff I'd been waiting to buy to get a free delivery, and BCF misses out. My friends, I suspect your antiquated business model is not long for this economy.

 Follow-up  · In terms of the follow-up questions asked: What would change my mind next time? I'd have paid an extra $10, maaaybeeee $15, for the convenience of on the spot purchase. That said, as I tried them on in store, I did get to remove them from the box. When I got the Amazon package, the shades came with an arm protection sleeve fitted to the "inner"… Read more

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Andrew
AndrewACT5 posts
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I recently purchased a Dometic CFX5 35 fridge/freezer from BCF Fyshwick in Canberra Sunday 03 Aug 2025. Once upacked I plugged it into 240V. The fridge powered up then the screen went blank (normal) push and hold the ON button for 3 seconds, nothing. The fridge would not power up. Did this a couple more times, still nothing, then I googled up… Read more

Dometic. Went through the trouble shoot tips and again still nothing. I waited until Monday, tried again, no joy. Tried it on 12V still nothing. Tuesday 5th Aug, I called Dometic and spoke with their Tech support. They stepped me through the fault finding and trouble shoot process but this was unsuccessful. Dometic tech support conculded it was a power fault, an extremely rare occurance for their fridges.

Dometic advised they have an exchange and return policy with BCF and recommended I return it to BCF Fyshwick to be exchanged.

I went to BCF Fyshwick, explained the fridge issue and they were not interested. First response from BCF Fyshwick was “we don’t just give refunds or exchanges like that” I explained I wasn’t after a refund, was it possible for an exchange?. BCF Fyshwick said “you will have to go to Dometic and take it up with them if you want an exchange under warranty”. I said I have called Dometic, their Tech support was unable to sort the problem and they advised I shoud return the fridge to place of purchase.

BCF Fyshwick said they could arrange to return the fridge to Dometic for assessment. I asked how long would this take and I was told this was a 4 to 8 week process. I said to BCF Fyshwick I have a trip planned, departing 28Aug was there anything they could do to help me out? The response was “Sorry mate nothing BCF can do, we don’t do exchanges like this” but I was welcome to take it to an approved repairer locally in Canberra and BCF Fyswick provided me with these details.

I pressed again for an exchange but BCF Fyshwick would not budge from their policy/position which was clearly stated to me “we don’t do refunds or exchanges like this”. I did not want to be one of those “consumer rights” type of customer and start making demands etc but I know full well BCF Fyshwick is in the wrong here. I chose not to pursue it any further instore. I said thanks for the repairer details and left.

I have taken the fridge to the authorised Dometic repairer who are going to do their best to expedite the repair process for me.

As a former small business owner I am conscioulsy aware of Consumer rights and I am stunned that BCF Fyshwick would take this position on a $1513.99 purchase (fridge was $1249). It was an attitude of simply “Bad luck mate your fridge you bought from us doesn’t work? Well not really our problem”.

As a loyal customer to BCF of over 10 years, this turn of events has unfortunately kicked me in the guts and I am no longer a BCF customer. I will do my best to pass on this experience to my mates, and hopefully their mates, colllegues, associates and relatives.

Just for your edification BCF and in particular BCF Fyshwick in Canberra here is the ACCC website link Repair Replace Refund Cancel (your own website has this - You are entitled to a replacement, credit or refund where item(s) are: Faulty) https://www.accc.gov.au/consumers/problem-with-a-product-or-service-you-bought/repair-replace-refund-cancel

The fridge simply does not turn on, this is an open and shut case of replace or refund, it doesn’t need to be like this.

Before you AI a reponse BCF, yes I have escalated via your customer sevice contact.

Dometic were fantasic, supportive, understanding and extremely helpful.

Andrew
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Lincoln D.
Lincoln D.QLD2 posts
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I purchased the controller from BCF, and the box advertised a “10-minute install.” However, once I got home and opened the box, I realised it didn’t include the necessary cable—you have to buy that separately. There should be a clear note next to the “10-minute install” claim stating that a separate cable is required. I returned to BCF to buy the… Read more

cable, installed the unit, and it worked for about 30 minutes before all the trailer lights went out and the unit stopped functioning completely.

When I went back to exchange the unit, BCF told me they weren’t sure if they could offer a refund or replacement because it had been used for half an hour. They said I would need to wait for a response from Elecbrakes before they could do anything.

Now I’m left with no working controller and no refund. I’ve lost trust in this product and the customer service involved—I’ll be looking for a different brand from now on.

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Paul Bensemann
Paul Bensemann10 posts
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I would give no stars if I could. The log-in, verification, authentication etc etc process is a bureaucratic nightmare. Have spent the last couple of days going around and around in circles. When I try to log-in, BCF keeps telling me my email "needs verification". I ask for a link, it doesn't send one. Have tried the bureaucratic "one-time codes"… Read more

and the nightmarish "captcha". Nothing works. My bank doesn't ask me to count traffic lights or buses when I log in, and despite counting traffic lights, buses and motorbikes, BCF still won't allow me to log in.

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Charles G.
Charles G.NSW5 posts
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Pointless being a BCF club member you can spend thousands of dollars for not a single credit. They say oh promotional only time you get credits . Any other time you get nothing so totally pointless you get given the big talk in store join up for what the same discount everyone gets offered in store rang up customer service lady agreed with me she… Read more

thought the club was pointless also what a joke you spend thousands and nothing when your a member of there so called club if you make a transaction larger than $500 they refuse to update your club page. Tell everyone you know steer clear of these people there un Australian and there club should be boycotted

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Goldfielder
GoldfielderWA13 posts
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I went to BCF Midland to get a couple of gas cylinder refills- what a mistake. The first thing I noticed was the signs - everything was “no”. No we won’t help you load cylinders no this no that when you get inside and how dare you want to buy something. The very entitled young woman beg the counter told me “ we are not doing gas because of the… Read more

weather” really? The weather in Perth.18 degrees passing showers and overcast. The staff here are disinterested and rude - the plethora of signs telling you what they won’t do say it all - honestly find another camping store.

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Gary H.
Gary H.VIC8 posts
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I used a gift card to partial pay for a product online. Afterwards the payment goes through completely on my credit card. I didn't notice at the time and disposed of the gift card. BCF refuse to help and thus stole $50 from me. Terrible systems and service.

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Jane S.
Jane S.South Australia16 posts
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Accidentally ordered 1 item instead of 2, l IMMEDIATELY emailed them to correct it, but it didn't happen. FOUR DAYS LATER they sent an email saying it couldn't be done,..... Short story ....they can shove their item, where the sun don't shine coz l won't be using it (when it arrives)and I am collecting TWO BETTER ones tomorrow in Adelaide!!!!!

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rj
rj3 posts
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I feel that I was taken advantage of with a product that I bought. I took the words of the salesperson that this product, Companion Rover portable power station, would suit my needs. FAR FROM IT!!. Not having researched the product and just being trusting in their knowledge? The product does not perform as I was told, AND , I have since found out overpriced!!!! Show details

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mbbn.auVIC7 posts
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Waurn Ponds store in Melbourne. I gave my phone number at the checkout and they read out my first name like they do. But the kid got the name wrong. I said it's not, but that's close enough. The woman on the next computer then had a go at me saying, 'hang on, you can't put the order through if it is the wrong account'. I said it is the right… Read more

account, but this kid cannot read. All he knows is to call customers Mate at the end of every sentence. The other woman there, then joined in having a go at me, saying any of the staff should address all customers as Mate. Sometimes it is convenient to pick up something from BCF, but I avoid going in if possible. And that is probably why I was the only customer in the shop

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