π Shipping Policy
Shipping that wags its tail β fast, fair, and clearly explained. At Petsworthy, we believe affordable, transparent delivery should be part of the experience β not a surprise at checkout.
π¦ Quick Shipping Summary
Shipping Tier | Regions | Free Shipping Threshold | Weight Limit | Under Threshold |
Tier 1 Major Metro |
V1 (Melbourne) N1 (Sydney) S1 (Adelaide) |
$59 | No limit | $9.90 flat rate |
Tier 2 Extended Metro & Regional |
Q1 (Brisbane) V2 (Other VIC) T1 (TAS) N2 (Other NSW) W1 (Perth) |
$79 | β€ 5kg | $9.90 flat rate Over 5kg: courier rates apply |
Tier 3 Remote Areas |
S2, Q2βQ4, W2βW3, NT1 | No free shipping | β | Courier-calculated rates |
π Not sure which tier you're in? Contact us or use Live Chat to confirm.
π Why Shipping Rates Vary
Our warehouse is currently in Melbourne, which lets us offer the best rates to nearby metro areas. Weβre already working on setting up warehouses in other states to improve delivery speed and reduce shipping costs nationwide.
Thanks for your patience β better shipping is coming soon! πΎ
π Delivery Areas & Postcodes (Tap to Expand)
Tier 1 β Free Shipping Over $59
Regions: Melbourne Metro (V1): 3000β3220, 3335β3341, 3425β3443, 3750β3811, 3910β3920, 3926β3944, 3972β3978, 3980β3983, 8000β8999 Sydney Metro (N1): 1000β2263, 2500β2530, 2555β2574, 2740β2786, 2890 Adelaide Metro (S1): 5000β5199, 5800β5999
Β Tier 2 β Free Shipping Over $79 (β€5kg)
Regions: Brisbane Metro (Q1), Other VIC (V2), Tasmania (T1), Other NSW (N2), Perth Metro (W1) Postcodes include: 2485β2486, 4000β4224, 4225, 4226β4299, 4500β4549, 2640β2641, 2648, 2715, 2717β2719, 2731β2739, 3221β3334, 3342β3424, 3444β3688, 3689β3749, 3812β3909, 3921β3925, 3945β3971, 3979, 3984β3999, 7000β7999, and more.
Tier 3 β Courier Rates Apply
Regions: Remote SA (S2), Remote QLD (Q2βQ4), Regional WA (W2βW3), Northern Territory (NT1) Postcodes include: 2880, 5200β5749, 4300β4449, 4550β4699, 4700β4899, 9597β9599, 9880β9999, 6215β6699, 6700β6799, 0800β0999
βοΈ Parcel Weight Limits (Tier 2 Only)
For Tier 2 customers, free shipping applies only when parcels weigh 5kg or less. Orders over 5kg are not eligible for free shipping β shipping will be calculated at checkout based on weight and destination.
This limit does not apply to Tier 1. Tier 3 always uses courier-based pricing.
π Courier Services & Oversize Parcels
We primarily use Australia Post, and may partner with other trusted couriers like Aramex or Sendle for efficiency. If your parcel exceeds standard courier weight/volume, weβll calculate shipping live at checkout using real-time courier rates.
β³ Pre-Order Shipping
When your order contains pre-order items, you can choose from two shipping options:
1. Ship Together β FREE
All items (in-stock + pre-order) ship together once the pre-order items arrive.
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No extra shipping fee for pre-order products under this option.
2. Ship Separately
In-stock items ship now, pre-orders later.
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Pre-order shipping is calculated separately
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If the pre-order items meet the free shipping threshold in your region (e.g., $59 or $79), shipping is free
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If not, a fee applies β see table above
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Some remote areas are excluded from free shipping β see Tier 3
π Pre-order delivery time:
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Metro: up to 15 business days
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Regional/Remote: 15β30 business days
π Processing & Estimated Delivery
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Processing time: 2β5 business days (up to 7β10 during sales or holidays)
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Delivery time after dispatch:
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Metro: 2β5 business days
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Regional/Remote: 5β10 business days
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π¦ Tracking & Delivery Info
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Youβll receive an email with tracking once your parcel ships
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Most deliveries donβt require a signature
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If no oneβs home, the courier may:
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Leave your parcel in a safe spot
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Leave a card for pickup or redelivery
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β Need Help?
Not sure about your region or shipping fees?
π¬ Live Chat or π§ info@petsworthy.com.au β weβre always happy to help!
Thank you for choosing Petsworthy. We deliver the essentials that do more β for less. πΎ