apparently my package has to be sent to the other side of the continent because rules

  • @HollowNaught
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    521 month ago

    Bro, you do not know the pain of having to pay $70 and waiting two months for something to be imported that Australians have

    • @[email protected]
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      Yeah, for sure, but that’s not what this is about. At least Australia is actually far away. Phoenix to Vancouver is like just over half the distance from Sydney to Perth and this package went about three times as far to get there.

      Also I think it’s not quite as bad anymore these days, at least in NZ we usually get stuff in a week or two now and although it’s still expensive the costs have come down a bit too.

      • Fontasia
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        51 month ago

        Having relatives in Perth, I know their recent black Friday purchases from Sydney may not arrive in time for Christmas

      • @HollowNaught
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        31 month ago

        I was looking at importing some movie posters and half the cost is import, with them not being able to arrive before Christmas

        • @[email protected]
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          31 month ago

          Oh, yeah. I think a sudden change to the Australian shipping problems would literally be the thing that make Americans finally riot.

    • Ghostalmedia
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      41 month ago

      Counter point. You can buy possum fur clothing with same day delivery.

      • @HollowNaught
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        61 month ago

        I work in a natural fibres shop, and if you can get same day delivery, I guarantee you that you’re not getting a good product

        • Jesus
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          If i’m ordering possum fur. I’m flexible on quality.

          • @HollowNaught
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            Furs, wools and skins are some of the things that, if made and treated well, will last decades

            Do not skimp on them

            • Jesus
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              21 month ago

              Wise words to say when handing your vintage possum garments down to the next generation.