Refund policy

REFUND POLICY 2025


Changes and Errors

• We strive for 100% accuracy; however, errors may occur.

• Pricing, product availability, and promotional offers are subject to change without prior notice.

• We reserve the right to correct typographical, photographic, technical, or supplier-related errors.

• Products and packaging depicted may differ from stock available at the time of shipment.

• We do not substitute products without customer approval.
If an item becomes unavailable, we will contact you to offer available options, which may include waiting for stock, a credit note, or a refund.


Pricing

• All prices are displayed in New Zealand Dollars (NZD).

• Prices include GST unless otherwise stated.

• Prices, promotions, and product availability are subject to change without notice.

• If a pricing error occurs, we reserve the right to cancel or amend the order.

• Where payment has already been processed for a pricing error, a refund or credit will be issued.

• Items priced at less than 25% of their standard retail price are considered pricing errors and will not be honoured.


Availability

• Website stock indications are based on our inventory system and do not guarantee availability.

• If stock is unavailable, we will contact you to discuss available options.


Refund Policy

Refunds and remedies are handled in accordance with:

• Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA)
• Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA)


Refund Requests

• Refund or credit requests must be submitted via email only.

• Refunds are not issued automatically.

• Requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.


Change of Mind

• No refunds are provided for change-of-mind purchases except at our sole discretion.

• Where approved:

– A credit note will generally be issued
– Merchant / transaction fees may be deducted
– Handling or cancellation fees may apply


Processing Timeframes

• Approved discretionary refunds may take up to 5 business days to process.

• Where a refund is required under New Zealand consumer law, it will be processed promptly.

(Bank and payment processor timeframes remain outside our control.)


Unavailable Products

If we cannot fulfil a product:

• We will contact you to offer available options, including waiting for stock, credit, or refund.


Dispatch & Delivery Timeframes

• Dispatch and delivery timeframes are estimates only.

• We use NZ Couriers.

• While many deliveries arrive overnight, overnight delivery is not guaranteed.

• Delays may occur due to freight networks, peak periods, or circumstances beyond our control.


Transit & Damage Claims

We package goods carefully for freight conditions.

Under the Consumer Guarantees Act, we remain responsible for goods until delivery is completed.


Delivery Conditions

• Alcohol deliveries require a signature

• Goods must be received by a person 18 years or older

• Authority to Leave (ATL) is not permitted for R18 items

Claims may be declined where ATL instructions are used contrary to this policy.


Damaged Goods

If goods arrive damaged:

• Photograph the goods immediately
• Multiple angles recommended
• Photos before unpacking preferred

• Claims must be submitted within 24 business hours

• Claims submitted after 5 days may be considered unreasonable


Claims Handling

• Claims must be submitted via email

• Phone staff are not authorised to assess freight claims

• Claims are investigated Monday to Friday


Missing Parcels / Boxes

Orders may be shipped in multiple cartons.

• Check parcel numbering (e.g. 1/3)
• Review tracking link

Allow one additional business day before reporting missing parcels.


Missing Items

• Missing item claims must be made promptly.

• Claims submitted after 5 working days may be declined.

Where confirmed as our error:

• Credit note issued
• Refund available upon request

Replacements are generally considered only for items exceeding $90 value.


Goods Not Delivered

We use NZ Couriers.

• Delivery timeframes are estimates only.

• Overnight delivery is not guaranteed.

Investigations are initiated after reasonable transit time.


Resolution Options

Where delivery failure is confirmed:

• Credit
• Replacement
• Refund

If goods later arrive:

• Items must be returned if a refund or replacement has been issued.


Courier Limitations

Courier providers may decline claims involving:

• Glass breakage
• Consequential loss

Customers concerned about freight risk may select:

• Click & Collect


Click & Collect

• Collection hours: 10am to store close

• Customers must wait for pickup confirmation

• Bring valid ID and order confirmation

• Orders must be collected within 5 days


Preorder / Indent Products

(Applies only to products identified as Preorder / Indent / World’s Finest Drops.)


Deposits

• Deposits secure allocation.

• Deposits are not refundable for change of mind.


Balance Payment

• Balance payable within 7 days of NZ arrival notification.


Non-Payment

• Orders unpaid after 14 days may be cancelled.

• Deposits may be retained to recover reasonable losses.

Losses may include supplier commitments, foreign exchange exposure, administration, financing, storage, and resale risk.


Supply Failure (Pre-orders Only)

If we cannot supply a preorder/indent product:

• Full refund of payments made


Consumer Rights

Nothing in this policy limits rights under New Zealand law.