Woolworths confirms return of Qantas points to Rewards program, at half the earn rate

Woolworths has confirmed its about-face by announcing that it will once again offer shoppers Qantas points after customer outcry when it dumped the airline from its loyalty scheme earlier this year.

woolworths rewardsBut shoppers will earn just half the Qantas points they could under the previous scheme although a minimum $30 spend has been removed from requirements.

The retailer will give shoppers points for every dollar spent at Woolworths as part of Woolworths Rewards and will allow points to be converted to Qantas points.

The move represents a significant turnaround for Woolworths in the face of anger from members under the old scheme who complained about being forced to buy specific items to earn points and no longer being able to earn Qantas points.

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