17 June 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has indicated it won’t oppose Australia Post’s proposed price changes, including an increase to small letter postage from $1.70 to $1.85, as well as changes to regular large letter prices, delivered at the regular timetable, effective from mid-late 2026.
The ACCC has put its view to public consultation, giving businesses a chance to respond.
Consultation on the proposed price increases is open until 22 June 2026.
Australia Post is also planning changes to pricing across other domestic letter services. There will be no change to concession stamps, which will remain at $3 for a booklet of five, or to seasonal greeting card stamps, which will remain available at $0.65 each.
Effective Monday 2 February 2026, eligible customers can purchase up to 75 concession stamps per year, increased from the current limit of 50.
The table below shows the proposed pricing to apply from mid-late 2026 for domestic letters. Final prices and the effective date will be confirmed once the regulatory process is complete.
Ordinary mail and envelopes
Business letters/Bulk Mail
Indicative Future Year Prices
The ACCC BPR Price Notification includes an indicative future year price path for FY28 and FY29. This follows customer requests to help support their planning. The indicative future year price path is subject to change and will be confirmed upon completion of the annual planning and approval process.
Indicative FY2028 Price |
Indicative FY2029 Price |
|---|---|
$2.05 |
$2.25 |
1 For Priority Timetable: To send by Priority mail, purchase a Priority label for $1.30 and place to the left of the postage paid mark.
2 In order to receive this per pack price, you must purchase at least 5 packs of 10. The total price you pay will vary depending on how many packs of 10 you purchase above the minimum 5 packs.
