News 5th Jun 2021 3:52 PM Shoppers are lashing out at Bunnings staff after finding empty shelves in stores as the nation faces a shortage of a key material that could last months. Staff have been abused and faced aggressive customers due to Australia s timber shortage, amid fears that the scarcity could result in delays of six to eight weeks for home building, as well as renovations. Bunnings told
The Herald Sun that it would not tolerate abuse of its staff after experiencing unprecedented demand for timber. We know constraints are causing some frustrations for people across the industry, said Bunnings merchandise general manager, Toby Watson.
Bunnings has warned of what it won’t tolerate amid a key issue affecting the construction industry, as Aussies face delays in renovations and new home builds.