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 (Preorders 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.