Woolworths trialling 20c paper bags following ban on free plastic bags

Environment groups say paper is preferable to plastic but the focus should remain on bringing reusable bags

Woolworths has begun a trial of paper bags in select stores, a move environment groups say is preferable to the use of plastic though the focus should remain on reusable bags.

The paper bags cost 20c each and are currently available in 20 stores around the country, and will be offered in addition to the existing reusable thick plastic bags that cost 15c.