October 13th 2024.
As the holiday season approaches, Australia Post is once again reminding everyone to start planning for Christmas. The postal service is already sharing its cut-off deadlines for sending gifts and cards to friends and family, urging people to get a head start.
According to Gary Starr, the executive general manager at Australia Post, it's crucial to plan ahead and send gifts early to ensure they reach their destination in time. The postal giant is well aware of the importance of these deadlines and is doing its best to deliver items sent after the cut-off dates as quickly as possible.
Starr also mentioned that Australia Post has been preparing for the Christmas rush all year, including bringing on board thousands of new team members and improving delivery updates through their app. With their efficient network and dedicated team, they are confident in their ability to handle the holiday season.
Now, you might be wondering when exactly you need to send your domestic mail to make sure it arrives in time for Christmas. If you are sending parcels within Australia, the last day for parcel post is December 20, while express post can be sent until December 23. However, for letters and cards, the deadlines are a bit earlier on December 13 and December 16. If you're sending to or from Western Australia and the Northern Territory, it's best to allow a few extra days for delivery.
For those sending mail overseas, the deadlines vary depending on the type of service chosen. Economy air has a deadline range of November 19 to December 4, while international standard air can be sent until November 26 to December 11. For those who need their mail to arrive even faster, express mail can be sent between December 2 and December 16.
It's clear that Australia Post is doing everything in their power to ensure that everyone's holiday mail reaches its destination on time. So, take their advice and start planning early to avoid any last-minute stress and disappointment. Happy holidays!
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