Re-Use Stamps and Get Caught

Coiny Chris · October 06, 2015, 10:24:15 AM

Hello,

AP staff have to cancel stamps, part of their job. They have been negligent in the performance of their duties. Start with them. I dont bother, but an uncancelled stamp is still fine to use IMO. I would not try to sneak through one that has though. It seems to me a bit like a price error in a supermarket, they set the price so they can take the loss.

kchan1111 · October 06, 2015, 01:05:34 PM

:angel:
I have recycled as well. Just too lazy to go get a stamp from the post office. Queue is too long as well.

stevo1962 · October 06, 2015, 01:29:41 PM

Nothing wrong with it but in my experience I don't see them that often

runway · October 06, 2015, 10:41:18 PM

AP is own worst enemy the system doesn't cancel stamps on parcels

Coiny Chris · October 14, 2015, 08:26:05 AM

Hello,

AP will make more money when they get rid of stamps altogether. They started with printed stickers many years ago, and in time they will take over. They focus far too much on reducing cost, rather than increasing their business. A downhill spiral of sorts. Using contractors rather than their own staff was the beginning of this. Electronic communication has taken away some trade, but it has also given new opportunities.

oh my florin · October 16, 2015, 11:13:48 AM

Quote from: 'runway' pid='80401' dateline='1444133478'AP is own worst enemy the system doesn't cancel stamps on parcels

I'd have to agree with the general consensus if AP is too lazy to take basic measures which should be taken in their regular course of business then after that it is fair game. Do they reimburse those who buy postage stamps with the savings of not cancelling stamps? No so what entitles them to have their cake and eat it too? Overall poor corporate operations on the whole

Coiny Chris · October 16, 2015, 12:09:50 PM

Hello,

They are greedy in other ways. If you buy a stamp, you are paying for the infrastructure to deliver it. It is a stamp, and shouldn't have a price on it. Standard letter delivery is what should be there. When they deem a price rise is needed, why should you have to buy more stamps ? They are far too top heavy, I am still waiting for a parcel from Melbourne. Last one was 7 days, this one will be the same or longer. I have had overnight deliveries before from Melbourne so why so much longer ? It seems to be a ploy to make us pay more for the service we once had. My Postie and the staff at the local agency are great, the management of AP not so.

runway · October 16, 2015, 10:11:39 PM

Australia Post staff are great
Australia Post system that doesn't cancel postage stamps must be costing them millions when people reuse them + most stamp dealers sell face value unused stamps for half price

robbiegal · October 17, 2015, 08:48:36 AM

pity that this is a public thread
makes us look like a bunch of whingers

runway · October 17, 2015, 11:38:54 PM

Common knowledge on every public forum

Coiny Chris · October 18, 2015, 06:06:14 AM

Hello,

I dont think it make us look like whingers, most large organizations look around to see what is being said. AP has to a degree a " captive " market. A large business is always interested in why they are losing customers. It is cheaper to keep an existing customer than get a new one. An unhappy person will tell many people about the service. ( lack of in this case ) I have made complaints ( as suggested by their agency staff ) because they didnt deliver packages. No card, never came here.

This is where their chooks have come home to roost, they make a contract to deliver packages sound good, but the reality is not so. Then corners are cut. If you dont think someone will be home, why bother going when you can save time and the running costs ?

I got a survey after the last 1 week delivery from Melbourne to Canberra. I didnt hold back, and also made mention of the local people being good. Just so some Cretin doesnt make a report to bag the good staff. Item is still in Melbourne, I have had much faster deliveries from the USA. I ordered tools Friday night, had them next Monday !

runway · November 12, 2015, 10:53:21 PM

Quote from: 'Coiny Chris' pid='80795' dateline='1445110574'Hello,

I dont think it make us look like whingers, most large organizations look around to see what is being said. AP has to a degree a " captive " market. A large business is always interested in why they are losing customers. It is cheaper to keep an existing customer than get a new one. An unhappy person will tell many people about the service. ( lack of in this case ) I have made complaints ( as suggested by their agency staff ) because they didnt deliver packages. No card, never came here.

This is where their chooks have come home to roost, they make a contract to deliver packages sound good, but the reality is not so. Then corners are cut. If you dont think someone will be home, why bother going when you can save time and the running costs ?

I got a survey after the last 1 week delivery from Melbourne to Canberra. I didnt hold back, and also made mention of the local people being good. Just so some Cretin doesnt make a report to bag the good staff. Item is still in Melbourne, I have had much faster deliveries from the USA. I ordered tools Friday night, had them next Monday !

Well said and I agree Chris
Delivery time from AP is becoming very slow now

Goldseeker · November 13, 2015, 11:04:53 PM

I dunno about that. Had a package delivered today that was sent from the ACT on Wednesday.

Another, the other week, a registered article received two days after it was posted again from Canberra.

colour · November 26, 2015, 01:58:33 PM

Modern KG or 4,500 stamps on paper kiloware = $40/$120 + mailing.

Unfranked =$150 They sell for more than face value in sets. Most sales are at 50% face value in bulk lots.

70c stamps = $50

60c stamps = $15

Left over resell = $5

Do not forget the convict heritage.

serial · November 26, 2015, 04:01:10 PM

Hi colour is this a for sale offer?