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Australia Post complaint — Australia

How to file a formal complaint for Australia Post customers in Australia. Verified contact lines, timelines, and the regulator path if Australia Post cannot resolve your case.

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How to file a formal complaint against Australia Post

  1. Step 1: Call customer service first
    Dial 13 13 18 and ask the agent to escalate to a supervisor. Note the agent name and case ID — you'll need them at every later step.
  2. Step 2: Submit a written complaint
    Australia Post must acknowledge a written complaint within 5 business days under most national consumer rules. Send via certified mail or the brand's secure-message portal and keep proof.
  3. Step 3: File with the regulator
    Open a case with ACCC / Fair Trading at https://www.accc.gov.au/contact-us/contact-the-accc. The regulator will not adjudicate your specific dispute in most cases, but the brand must respond in writing within 30 days.
  4. Step 4: Small-claims court or ombudsman
    If the dispute is under the local small-claims threshold, file at your local court. Most brands settle in writing before the hearing rather than send a lawyer.

Related FAQs

What is the real Australia Post customer service number?

13 13 18 — published on https://auspost.com.au/help-and-support/contact-us and verified on the date shown at the top of this page.

Is Australia Post customer service 24/7?

Mon–Fri 8am–6pm AEDT

How do I talk to a real human at Australia Post?

Dial 13 13 18 and press 0 repeatedly, or say 'agent' / 'representative' at the IVR prompt — most delivery IVRs route to a human within 5 minutes during business hours.

Is calling Australia Post free?

Calls are charged at your carrier's standard rate; check the table above for the hours that match your time zone.

Can I email Australia Post?

Australia Post prefers phone and in-account chat; email is available via the contact form on https://auspost.com.au/help-and-support/contact-us.

How long does a Australia Post refund take?

10–30 business days for compensation for card refunds; instant for account credit; up to 30 days for disputes that go through the regulator.

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