Australia Post has opened its first dedicated parcel-only Post Office in Canberra, promising faster and more convenient service ahead of the Christmas rush.
The post office, in Mitchell, has both staffed counters and 24/7 vending machines stocked with packaging, stamps, and other mailing essentials, and free parcel lockers so customers can collect or return online purchases around the clock.
Executive General Manager Josh Bannister said the modern format was designed “with flexibility and convenience at its core”
“The number one reason a customer visits the Post Office is to collect a parcel, so we’re making it easier and quicker to collect and send parcels at a time that suits them, especially as we head into the year’s busiest shopping season,” Mr Bannister said.
Australia Post has announced its final sending dates for Christmas:
• Parcel Post: Friday 19 December (most destinations within Australia)
• Express Post: Tuesday 23 December
• Letters and cards: Tuesday 16 December for interstate deliveries
People sending to or from Western Australia, Northen Territory, Tasmania, or regional and remote locations, should allow a few extra days.
