Major change coming to Australia Post this weekend ahead of Christmas

Australia Post has announced it will reintroduce weekend deliveries in the lead up to the festive season.

The temporary service, which was announced on Thursday, will be available in all metro capitals and select regional cities and towns, helping to ensure parcels arrive in time.

Australia Post Executive General Manager Parcel, Post and eCommerce Services, Gary Starr

emphasised the importance of weekend deliveries in ensuring customers receive their parcels before Christmas Day.

“With the holiday season just around the corner, we know how important it is for our customers to receive their parcels on time,” Mr Starr said.

“We’ve been preparing all year for another busy peak season, recruiting thousands of new team members to ensure operations run as smoothly as possible. Last year, we delivered nearly 100 million parcels. With the cost-of-living crunch, customers are expected to make the most of major shopping events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so we anticipate early Christmas shopping will drive another record-breaking year.”

Weekend deliveries will remain in place up until Christmas, depending on volumes.

Australia Post has also continued to expand the locations of its popular 24/7 parcel lockers providing even more convenient delivery options.

Australia Post is also encouraging shoppers to download the Australia Post app to keep up to date with deliveries.

When to send Christmas parcels this year?

Parcels should be sent by Friday 20 December for most destinations within Australia, or if sending via Express Post by Monday 23 December.

People sending to or from Western Australia and the Northern Territory should allow a few extra days.