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Shipping Policy

Dispatch1–2 Business Days
Free ShippingOver $150*
TrackingSent On Dispatch
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How long it takes

Your total wait is two separate stages added together — dispatch, then delivery. The estimate at checkout doesn't begin until your order has left the warehouse.

1 Dispatch

1–2 Days

We verify, pack and quality-check your order. Business days only.

2 Delivery

3–7 Days

Metro & VIC. Regional 5–8 days. WA, NT & North QLD longer. International 10+.
During sale & promotional periods, order volumes rise — please allow 3–5 business days for dispatch before transit begins. Need it fast? Choose an express option below.
Where's my order?

Haven't had a dispatch notification within these timeframes? Before contacting us, please check your order confirmation email — if it includes a pre-order item, your whole order ships together once that item arrives in stock. If everything should be in stock and you still haven't heard from us, get in touch.

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Delivery options

Standard — Australia Post

Our default service nationwide. Tracked end to end.

3–7 Business Days

Express Post

Order by 12pm AEST on a business day for same-day dispatch processing.

1–4 Business Days

StarTrack Express

Order by 11am AEST. Delivered with Safe Drop by default. Does not deliver to PO Boxes or Parcel Lockers — choose Express Post for those addresses.

1–3 Business Days

Click & Collect

Victorian customers only. Select Contactless Pick Up at checkout — we'll email when it's ready. Bring your confirmation email and photo ID.

~24 Hours

International

Shipped via Australia Post air. Import duties and taxes may apply on arrival.

10+ Business Days
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Free shipping

Free standard shipping on orders over $150

How much is covered depends on the total weight and where it's headed. Heavier orders share part of the freight cost.

Up to 17kg

Free to VIC and metro areas nationally. Regional areas contribute 30% of the freight cost.

17 – 40kg

Customer covers 50% (VIC, NSW, TAS, SA, ACT) or 70% (WA, QLD, NT). Our contribution is capped at $60.

Over 40kg

Customer covers freight in full. Some oversized items may need a custom quote.

What free shipping doesn't cover

Free shipping covers standard delivery within Australia. When an order falls into any of the below, freight is calculated at checkout:

Express & courier upgrades

Orders sent by Express Post or StarTrack — the free threshold applies to standard delivery only.

Bulky & oversized items

Pressure washers, hose reels, wall mounts, detailing lights and similar. Flagged automatically at checkout based on size, weight and destination.

Remote & regional postcodes

Addresses the courier classifies as remote. Your exact cost is always confirmed at checkout — the ranges below are a guide to the areas most often affected.

Check remote postcode ranges
NT0800–0999
SA5201–5749
NSW2264–2899
WA6215–6799
VIC3221–3999
TAS7020–7799
QLD4309–4999
Other9920–9998

A guide only — the shipping calculator at checkout is the source of truth for your address.

International orders

Free shipping is for Australian delivery only. Import duties and taxes may apply on arrival.

Shipping a bulky order to WA, NT or North QLD? Additional freight may apply — we'll email to confirm the final cost before your order ships.

Simple rule — if your order doesn't qualify for free shipping, the available options and exact rates are always shown before payment at checkout, once your address and cart are confirmed.
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Good to know

Wrong address? Email us within 1 hour of ordering, quoting your order number. After that we can't guarantee a change before dispatch.

Change or cancel? Same 1-hour window. Once an order is dispatched it can't be amended — see our returns policy.

Parcel damaged in transit? Reject it from the courier if you can, then contact us so we can sort a replacement.

Want peace of mind? Add shipping insurance at checkout to cover loss or damage in transit.

Tracking your order? You'll get a tracking link on dispatch. For transit updates, contact the courier first with your tracking number — we'll step in if they're unresponsive.

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Common questions

When will my order ship?

Most in-stock orders are dispatched within 1–2 business days. During sale and promotional periods, allow 3–5 business days before transit begins.

Why am I charged shipping when my order is over $150?

Free shipping depends on cart weight, delivery postcode, shipping method and whether your order contains bulky freight. Express services, international orders, remote postcodes and oversized items can still attract a fee even above $150. Your exact rate is shown at checkout once your address and cart are confirmed.

Can I change or cancel my order?

Email hello@detailstore.com.au within 1 hour of ordering, quoting your order number. Once an order has been packed or dispatched we may not be able to make changes — see our returns policy.

My tracking hasn't updated — what should I do?

Tracking can take 24–48 hours to update after dispatch. If it hasn't moved for several business days, contact the courier first with your tracking number — if they're unresponsive, contact us and we'll look into it.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes — international orders ship via Australia Post air, typically 10+ business days. Import duties and taxes may be payable on arrival and vary by country.

What happens if my order includes a pre-order item?

Orders containing a pre-order item ship together once the pre-ordered product reaches our warehouse, and you'll be emailed on dispatch. If you need the in-stock items sooner, place them as a separate order.

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Full terms

Stock availability

We work hard to keep stock counts accurate, but discrepancies can occur. If we can't fulfil everything, we'll ship what's in stock and contact you about whether to wait for a restock or refund the rest.

Order dispatch & cut-offs

Our warehouse operates Monday to Friday, excluding Victorian and national public holidays. Dispatch normally takes 1–2 business days. During sale and promotional periods this may extend to 3–5 business days. Express Post orders placed by 12pm AEST and StarTrack orders placed by 11am AEST are processed the same business day.

Pre-order items

Pre-order products (marked "Pre-order" in the title) let you secure stock before it arrives. The whole order ships together once the pre-ordered item lands, and you'll be emailed on dispatch.

Changing your address or order

You're responsible for entering the correct delivery address. To change an address or amend an order, email hello@detailstore.com.au within 1 hour, quoting your order number. Amendments require cancelling and re-placing the order. If an incorrect address isn't flagged in time and the parcel is lost or returned, a re-delivery fee applies.

PO Box & Parcel Locker delivery

We ship to PO Boxes using postal services only — couriers including StarTrack can't deliver to PO Boxes or Parcel Lockers. For express delivery to these addresses, select Australia Post Express Post.

Tracking & delivery delays

You'll receive a tracking link on dispatch. Once a parcel leaves our warehouse, contact the courier directly with your tracking number for the latest status. If they're unhelpful, contact us and we'll investigate. Delays during holiday periods or courier disruptions are outside our control.

Damaged, lost or stolen parcels

If a parcel arrives damaged, reject it from the courier where possible and contact us. We don't take responsibility for orders lost or stolen after delivery to the correct address unless shipping insurance was selected at checkout.

Shipping costs & insurance

Shipping is calculated automatically at checkout (except some bulky items) and collected with your purchase — the quoted amount is final. Optional insurance covers a direct replacement if goods arrive damaged or are lost in transit.

International duties & taxes

GST is already included in displayed prices. For international orders, import duties and taxes may be payable on arrival and vary by country. If duties are refused and the goods are returned, you'll be refunded for the value of goods less return shipping; original shipping isn't refunded.

Cancellations

We accept cancellations any time before an order is dispatched. Once dispatched, please refer to our returns policy.

Click & Collect

Available to Victorian customers with a ~24-hour turnaround. Bring your confirmation email and photo ID to collect. To authorise someone else, email us first — they'll need photo ID. Uncollected orders are disposed of after 90 days unless we hear otherwise.

Any other shipping questions?

hello@detailstore.com.au

We aim to respond within 24 hours.