Aussie’s retro receipt shows just how out of control the cost of living crisis has become

A snapshot of a 2008 receipt is sparking wistfulness for the good ol’ days when things were simpler and, let’s be honest, way more wallet-friendly.

The perfectly preserved 16-year-old shopping docket made its Reddit debut after a user stumbled upon it in his grandma’s car, sparking a lively discussion about the ever-increasing cost of living and how times have changed since then.

“Receipt deals I found in my nan’s car from 2008, Oh how prices have changed,” the user wrote.

The response from fellow users was swift and emotionally charged, with many reflecting on the stark contrast between the prices of yesteryear and the present day.

One user nostalgically remarked, “Oh, I miss docket deals! I forgot they even existed. Now I feel so old and sad.” The sentiment echoed a collective yearning for a time when bargains seemed more abundant.

“Look what they took from us,” another user lamented, drawing attention to the disappearance of once-commonplace deals and discounts that adorned these vintage receipts.

“How I yearn for 2008,” confessed another user.

The sentiment turned bittersweet as users reflected on the passing of time and the changing economic landscape. “Damn, things have been getting out of control – especially over the past few years,” remarked a user, acknowledging the harsh reality of the contemporary cost of living crisis.

“The good old days,” a user succinctly summed up, capturing the collective longing for a simpler, more affordable era.

As the Reddit post gains popularity, it goes beyond a trip down memory lane. It becomes a meaningful discussion about the changing economy and the struggles people face today while forcing us to ponder the impact of the current cost of living crisis on the daily lives of Australians.