What items are prohibited on eBay Australia?
eBay AU prohibits: counterfeit goods, items infringing trademark or copyright, live animals, prescription medications, weapons and firearms (without appropriate licence), tobacco and e-cigarettes (in most categories), certain chemicals and hazardous materials, and adult items without age-gating. Within fashion, brand-new luxury items that can't be authenticated are high-risk for VeRO (Verified Rights Owner) takedowns. Check eBay's Prohibited and Restricted Items policy before listing anything that might fall into a grey area.
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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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