Prepack FAQs

To make it easy for you:

The booklist, which you complete and return by the due date, is processed, assembled and packed in our warehouse. Any items which are unavailable are backordered ie recorded and supplied at no extra cost to the student at home, or delivery address given, when the item(s) become available.

The parcel is then either delivered to your home or delivery address via Fastway Couriers. If you are not present when the delivery note they will leave a contact number to confirm timing for the signed delivery. We cannot leave parcels unless specific permission is given to Fastways.

Customising booklists for your school

Booklists are developed co-operatively with your school and designed to your school's specifications.

Printing booklists

Booklists are printed once proof copies are finalised. They are distributed by the school to students and parents. You may request further copies at our office located in Burleigh Heads.

What is the online Back-to-School service all about?

Online student booklists allow you to order school books and stationery for delivery direct to your home/office or to be collected from your school's pick-up location.

I would like to order my booklist online

Booklist orders can only be placed online if you have a school code and password. Check your printed booklist - this will tell you your school code, password the cut-off date for orders, our website address and instructions for ordering, plus the date your order will be delivered.

Security online

Network Educational Australia takes reasonable steps to ensure that all information we collect, use or disclose is accurate, up-to-date and stored in a secure environment. We work to protect the security of your information at all times. Payments are made on the site via Verisign-PayPal. Only this financial institution processes and validates your credit card details. Please note that no credit card details for online orders are kept or seen, by Network Educational staff.

If I order online will it be delivered, or can I collect it?

When ordering online all booklists will be delivered by Fastway Couriers and a signature must be obtained upon receipt of the delivery. If you wish to collect your order from our Burleigh Heads’ office, you must specifically request this in the ‘comments’ section. Please note that home delivery is recommended as we have limited staff available at our office.

Order online by the cut-off date on your printed school booklist. Depending on what methods are displayed on your cover sheet, you can select from the following:

Freight costs for home delivery

Home Delivery if you order within the cut-off date stipulated on your school booklist:

Delivery is $8.95 if you have more than 1 child and are ordering all booklists at one time you will be charged for the 1 delivery fee, if you order on separate occasions you will be charged $8.95 for each booklist order.

Your order will be sent Receipted Delivery with Fastway Couriers.

Home Delivery if you order after the cut-off date:

Delivery is $18.95 as this is classified as a late order.

Your Home Delivery will arrive via Receipted Delivery with Fastway Couriers. (This only applies if order placed after the cut-off date on your booklist.)

I will be away when my booklist is to be Home-Delivered: What happens to my pack?

Your order will be sent via Fastway Couriers and you will be required to sign for the delivery. Fastway Couriers will not allow neighbours to sign for the parcel.

If you are not at home, Fastway Couriers will leave a card advising you to contact them directly to arrange a better time for delivery.

I have missed the cut-off date. What can I do?

How long before I receive my booklist web order?

'To follow' items

Some items may not be available at the time of picking your order. If this happens, the item will be charged as part of your original order and delivered to your home when available at no extra cost.

I don't have a computer; how can I order my booklist?

You are able to submit your school booklist through your school, or come into our office located at 67 Casua Drive, Varsity Lakes to pick your order via self-service. You may also fax your booklist to our office on (07) 5576 5688; pre-payment will be required by completing the front page of your form with credit card details. We are unable to take phone orders at any time.

I don't have a credit card; how can I pay?

You can pay by Money Order or cheque (with identification only e.g. driver’s license) or by cash or EFTPOS at our office.

Do I have to pay when ordering online?

Yes.

If you order online, it is necessary to pay using your credit card. All online transactions are performed via the Verisign Payment Solutions site. Your credit card will be debited immediately and you will be provided with a Network Educational order confirmation number.

I no longer need some of the items I ordered on my school booklist. Could you delete them from my list?

We are sorry, but due to the large numbers of orders we receive at this time of year we are unable to cancel items from your order. No item, once invoiced, can be returned unless damaged or incorrectly supplied.

Do I have to pay for my booklist when handing it in to my school?

We would appreciate payment up-front for your booklist. You can pay for your booklist using credit card (excluding American Express and Diners Club), Money Order or cheque (with identification e.g. current driver's license, proof of address etc.). You cannot pay at the school using cash or EFTPOS.

Can I pay for my booklist at the school on its sell date?

If you cannot make payment when you place your order you can do so when you pick up the booklist at your school or at Network Educational on your specified pick-up date. We accept credit cards (excluding American Express and Diners Club), EFTPOS, cash and Money Order. We do not accept cheques!

Can I purchase the goods myself without ordering online or going through my school?

We have self-service shop located at 67 Casua Drive, Varsity Lakes. Please see our website www.network-ed.com.au for trading hours. You are able to select and pay for your items there.

Please note: If goods are purchased from our self service shop, we are unable to guarantee supply of complete booklists. To guarantee receipt of these items, the customer MUST order through the online system prior to the cut-off date (i.e. place your order through the website, or order with the school before the cut-off date).

If I opt for the self-service option, will there be staff available to help me?

Please appreciate that we have limited staff available. There is no guarantee that a staff member will be available to help you pick your order. We highly recommend that you use our online service. Parents: all children must be supervised whilst in the store, and damage to stock paid for in full.

Why are the prices in the store different to the prices on my school booklist?

The prices on your school booklist are ONLY APPLICABLE when participating through your school's pre-pack program. Standard pricing applies at ALL our retail locations. These prices are still subject to change without prior notice.

When is my school pack collection day?

Please check your printed school booklist. The date of your school shop is on the back page of your printed booklist.

Do you have EFTPOS facilities at my school shop?

Yes. All school shops have EFTPOS facilities. Cheques will only be accepted if identification is presented.

My child's calculator is faulty. What can I do?

Faulty calculators are subject to warranty conditions. With proof of purchase they will be returned to the supplier for replacement. With proof of purchase a refund will be offered should you not want a replacement.

Can I add additional items to my booklist once I have submitted it?

It is not possible to add items to lists we have received. You can place another order online and pay by credit card, or you can visit our office in Burleigh Heads.

Error message displayed on screen about shipping weight

Should you see an error message with Please contact customer service as the shipping weight is too heavy for normal postage you have selected the wrong ORDER TYPE in the dropdown field. Please ensure that you have chosen 2008 School Booklist orders only and not Books.

Returns policy

Misbound or faulty goods will be fully refunded or replaced if returned with proof of purchase. Refund is issued as per sold i.e. credit card, EFTPOS, cash.

Feedback

Do you have feedback that can help us provide better products or services? If so, we would really like to hear from you. Please email us at info@network-ed.com.au. Make sure you type 'Feedback' in the subject field.