Shipping policy
Shipping & Delivery Policy
At Rural Butcher Supplies, we specialise in delivering professional-grade equipment across Australia.
1. Shipping Zones & Rates
We currently ship to all states and territories within Australia. Shipping rates are calculated at checkout based on the weight, dimensions, and destination of your order.
Handling Fee: All shipping rates include a standard handling fee. This fee covers the specialised packaging required for heavy-duty equipment and the logistics involved in dispatching from our supplier network.
2. Delivery Estimates
While we aim to get your gear to you as quickly as possible, please use the following as a general guide:
- Metro Areas: 1–4 business days
- Regional Areas: 5–10 business days
3. Heavy Goods & Special Requirements (Items over 25kg)
Due to the size and weight of many of our products (such as mincers, bandsaws, and fillers), specific delivery conditions apply:
- Forklift Requirement: All individual items or pallets weighing over 25kg require a forklift at the delivery site for unloading.
- Hydraulic Tailgate: If you do not have a forklift on-site, a delivery vehicle with a hydraulic tailgate will be required. This service incurs additional charges from the courier.
- Depot Collection: To avoid tailgate fees, you may choose to have your order delivered to your local freight depot for personal collection. Please contact us prior to shipment if you wish to arrange this.
4. Failed Delivery & Redelivery
It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that someone is available at the delivery address to receive the goods and that the correct unloading equipment is available. If a delivery fails due to a lack of unloading facilities or an incorrect address, redelivery fees charged by the courier will be passed on to the customer.
5. Tracking Your Order
Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a confirmation email containing your tracking number. You can also track your order via the link in our website footer.
Have a shipping question?
For specific questions regarding shipping to remote areas or heavy equipment logistics, contact us at info@ruralbutchersupplies.com.au
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