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No love for letters: Australia Post’s daily deliveries under review as traditional mail declines

Questions marks sit over daily letter deliveries as government releases discussion paper on postal service

The Guardian - AU

Federal government launches sweeping review of Australia Post, with focus on letter deliveries

Australia Post's weekday letter-delivery obligations are "no longer financially sustainable" and need to be reviewed, according to a new consultation paper released as part of a federal government review of the postal service.

ABC News

Police investigate alleged theft at Rockhampton Australia Post distribution centre

An arrest has been made as police allege a group of people disguised as Australia Post workers broke into a mail centre and stole parcels and a car.

ABC News

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Australia Post says five-day-a-week letter delivery should be reconsidered after $200m loss

Australia Post's chief executive tells federal parliament changes need to be made to the corporation's business model, as losses from its letter-delivery service near $200 million in six months.

ABC News

Heavy-duty trucks go electric for Queensland trial

Electric trucks capable of carrying huge payloads will be driven on Queensland roads for three months in the latest zero-emission transport trial.

AAP

Australia Post hits 'crossroads' as letter losses soar

Australia Post says it lost $189.7 million delivering letters in the first half, as letter volumes fall while the cost of delivering them rises.

AAP

More electric deliveries set to hit Australian roads

The country's largest fleet of electric vehicles is growing, with Australia Post revealing a new electric truck trial and plans to phase out petrol motorbikes.

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Australia Post And Residents Clash Over Electric Trike Rollout

Australia Post pressures Melbourne city councils and residents to trim overhanging branches and vegetation to clear a path for new electric trikes.

RideApart

Selling something online? Beware the scam buyer

Links to fake Australia Post websites and requests for overpayment refunds are just some of the scams to look out for when selling things on the internet.

ABC News

Have you been getting messages about unclaimed packages? They could be a scam

Australia Post is warning customers to be wary of scams in the lead-up to Christmas, with people who are expecting deliveries more vulnerable to being duped by fake messages about postage delays.

ABC News

Australian towns are fighting to hold on to their bank branches, as government flags review of replacement services

In the past five years, the number of bank branches has dropped 30 per cent. While growing numbers of Australians are doing their banking online, the local bank remains a vital service for many isolated regional communities.

ABC News

Councils Are Felling Trees To Make Way For Postie EVs The Irony ( Climate Change) Is Killing Me

Melbourne councils are cutting down trees on footpaths to make way for Australia Post's new emissions-reducing electric trikes.

Pedestrian.tv

Australia Post’s warning as pooches attack posties

The age-old stereotype of dogs' love-hate relationship with posties might be true – but the reality is dangerous.

The New Daily

Christmas delivery gift for late shoppers

Online shoppers will be able to order gifts just two days before Christmas this year, though not everything will be available at the last moment.

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Australia Post workers suffer 'horrific injuries' amid 55 per cent jump in dog attacks on delivery workers

Australia's postal service reports a 55 per cent increase in dog attacks on posties who are suffering "horrific injuries" from household pets.

The Canberra Times

We take you behind the scenes as your Christmas mail is sorted

Make sure you know when your Christmas goodies need to be in the post to arrive on time.

The New Daily

‘Mighty’ shoppers drive the economy as millions splurge before Christmas

The strength of consumers spending right now has many economists scratching their heads ahead of Christmas but a "reckoning" looms.

The New Daily

Australians spend billions on Black Friday. Now the pressure is on Australia Post to deliver

Australia's massive spending spree through recent sales means Australia Post will be under pressure to deliver gifts in time for the holidays.

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Australia Post boss says technical issues behind 'well-intentioned' sign in Adelaide store

The boss of Australia Post says a sign in a South Australian store saying it could not take Indian photos was "poorly executed" and has apologised to people offended by the wording.

ABC News

WA road freight prices rise 20 per cent due to rail disruptions in eastern states

The trucking industry says rail delays and damage in the eastern states are driving demand and prices up.

ABC News

Carla Zampatti retrospective at the Powerhouse Museum reveres the late fashion designer as a champion for working women

In the first major retrospective of the late Italian-Australian designer, the Powerhouse is taking a look back at the designs that defined an era of women’s fashion.

The New Daily

Australia Post support staff get hands-on during Christmas rush

Australia Post is sending out the reserves, with everyone from the top brass down called to the frontlines for the Christmas rush.

ABC News

Black Friday, Cyber Monday sales set to top $6b, as consumers shrug off soaring inflation

Australians are expected to add to last year's $6 billion spend in the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, even with inflation at a 30-year high.

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AusPost Has Apologised For ‘Inexcusable’ Sign That Said Staff Couldn’t Take ‘Indian Photos’

Australia Post has apologised “unreservedly” after photos of a very poorly worded sign in an Adelaide post office circled social media this week.The sign in the Rundle Mall shop’s window was meant to communicate that they didn’t have the right equipment and lighting to take photos that met the specifications…

ABC News

Australia Post apologises for 'unauthorised' sign in Adelaide's Rundle Mall post office

A poorly worded post office sign stating the store "can not take Indian photos" has met a fierce backlash online, as Australia Post apologises and promises a full investigation.

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