How should I pack sneakers for shipping in Australia?
Wrap each sneaker individually in tissue or bubble wrap, stuff the toe box lightly, and replace in the original box if available. Ship in a double-walled cardboard box slightly larger than the shoe box. Mark the outer box 'Fragile'. Sole compression is the main damage risk — ensure the box doesn't flex. For valuable sneakers ($150+), add extra cover insurance through Australia Post or your carrier. Shoes arriving with crush damage or offset soles are a common INAD claim.
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Key things to know for Australian sellers
Australian online selling has its own quirks: GST registration thresholds, Australia Post rate structures, and platform-specific buyer behaviour differ from the US and UK advice you'll find most readily online. Checking ATO guidance directly and using the Australia Post postage calculator for accurate quotes are good starting points.
Using multiple platforms together
Most successful Australian resellers end up selling across at least two platforms. The marginal effort to list on a second platform is much lower if you already have photos and a description, and reaching two different buyer pools meaningfully increases your chances of a sale.
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