AusPost Collect FAQ
What is Australia Post Collect?
Australia Post Collect is a solution that provides customers with convenient delivery choices by offering Collection points in the checkout.
What is an Australia Post Collection Point?
Collection Points are convenient and free local pick-up points consisting of more than 4,700 locations Australia-wide. Locations include Post Offices and, 24/7 Parcel Lockers. In the checkout, a consumer chooses the “Australia Post Collect” tab and enters their location to see available locations nearby. The order will be delivered to the chosen Collection Point and the customer will receive all the same notifications as for a parcel delivered to a street address including a notification that their parcel is ready to collect.
How long does a parcel stay at a collection point before being returned?
- - For Collect at Post Office: 10 days
- - For Collect at Parcel Locker: 48 hours (before it is transferred to the nearest Post Office)
What are the size restrictions for Australia Post Collection Points?
Collect at 24/7 Parcel Lockers:
Collect at Australia Post outlets:
What is the speed of delivery for Australia Post Collect?
Collect is available as:
To calculate the delivery timeframes, please use the following: https://auspost.com.au/parcels-mail/calculate-postage-delivery-times/#/
How much does it cost to have a parcel delivered to an Australia Post Collection Point?
There is no additional cost to have a parcel delivered to an Australia Post Collection Point.
What notifications will customers see?
Consumers will receive the following email notifications for their Collect parcels:
Will the customers be notified when their parcels are being RTS (Returned to Sender)?
Yes, customers will be sent an email notification advising them that their parcel is being returned.
What are the security and signature arrangements for a parcel delivered to a Collection Point?
The same security and signature arrangements exist for parcels delivered to a Collection Point as for those delivered to a street address.
Who should a customer contact if they have an enquiry or complaint regarding delivery to an Australia Post Collection Point?
Customers using an Australia Post Collection Point should contact Australia Post Help & Support with any enquiries.