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Delivery & Returns
We understand that keeping your projects moving often requires getting the right products delivered quickly when you need them. With nine South Island branches and a dedicated team of phone-based and on-the-road sales professionals, we're equipped to service your needs no matter where your located.
Our extensive stock holdings combined with strong courier partnerships and streamlined online ordering means fast dispatch and efficient delivery direct to your site or business. If you're not satisfied with your order we will endeavour to replace or refund it.


Update To Freight & Courier Charges - Effective 7 April 2026
Last Updated: 07/04/2026 at 12:15pm
As a result of the global economic environment and continued volatility in fuel costs, we need to advise of a change to our freight and courier charges. Effective 7 April 2026, increased delivery costs resulting from Variable Fuel Factor (VFF) surcharges applied by New Zealand freight and courier providers will be passed on. These surcharges reflect the increased fuel costs currently impacting transport and logistics providers nationwide.
Part of this increase will also see our standard website shipping rate for non‑account customers increase to $12.00, effective 7 April 2026. All other courier oncharges will be updated weekly and diplayed below. We are actively monitoring the situation and planning ahead in line with government regulations and official guidance.
| Courier Company | Surcharges To Be Applied | More Information | ||
| Mon 4 Apr | Mon 11 May | Mon 18 May | ||
| NZ Couriers | 13.40% | 12.90% | 12.70% | View latest charges from NZ Couriers here |
| Posthaste | 13.40% | 12.90% | 12.70% | View latest charges from Posthaste here |
| AZAP | 17.99% | 17.99% | 17.99% | View latest charges from AZAP here |
| Oxford | 12.00% | 12.00% | 12.00% | View latest charges from Oxford here |
| Ace (Aramex) | 7.40% | 11.85% | 11.85% | View latest charges from Aramex here |
| Hanmer Cheviot Couriers | 10.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% | View latest charges from Hanmer Couriers here |
Standard Freight & Shipping Rates
We take pride in offering great service, and that includes fast and efficient deliveries. We do not offer international deliveries. Blacks Fasteners Ltd reserves the right to decline the order if delivery charges exceed those charged and listed on www.blacksfasteners.co.nz.
| Delivery Options | Order Type | Estimated Delivery Timeframe | Delivery Charge Criteria |
| South Island - Standard Courier | Standard parcel under 25kg or 0.125mᶟ | 2 - 3 working days | Freight-free for orders over $500 |
| South Island - Overnight Courier | 1 - 2 working days (overnight) | Freight-free for orders over $500 | |
| South Island - Urgent Courier Services | Same day delivery | Extra charges apply | |
| North Island - Standard Courier | Standard parcel under 20kg or 0.125mᶟ | 2 - 5 working days | Extra inter-island charges apply |
| Nationwide - Oversized Freight | Pallets and parcels over 50kg or 0.125mᶟ | 2 - 7 working days | Extra charges apply |
| Nationwide - Rural delivery | Under 15kg or 0.075mᶟ per ticket | 2 - 7 working days | Extra charges apply |
| Nationwide - Dangerous Goods (DG) | Hazardous or restricted items | 2 - 5 working days | Extra DG handling charges apply |
*Freight charges will apply to all online, phone and in-store orders. Our free shipping offer now only applies to orders with Standard Delivery that are valued over $500. You may be charged additional fees after your purchase has been completed once delivery costs have been calculated. All backorders will be sent freight free.


Our Returns Policy
While we take every step to ensure your order is accurate and exactly what you expect, sometimes we don't get it right and we'll do our best to fix it. If you need to return your goods, we accept returns within 60 days if they have been previously authorised. Goods returned for credit must be in the original condition and packaging; and used, superseded, or discounted Goods will not be accepted for credit. A sale and invoice number must be forwarded with all returns. Blacks reserve the right to charge a restocking fee for Goods returned after 60 days from the invoice, at a rate determined in accordance with the current Goods Credit-Policy and Procedures.
