New Zealand Post
On 28 March 2008, New Zealand Post introduced a new pricing in proportion system for all standard domestic mail. Similar to the system recently introduced in the UK this means letters and parcels sent within New Zealand are now priced in direct proportion to their size and weight. Previously parcels have been priced mainly on weight.
Although similar the systems are far from identical. The sizes and dimensions of the new system can be viewed here.
Motivations behind the change are very similar to that of the UK and reflect the worldwide drive for cost reflective pricing among incumbent postal operators. Previously some larger sized items of mail have been the same price to send as smaller items and this has not reflected the cost of handling them. As most of the mail that passes through our network is of a smaller size, it is fair that the postage price is in proportion to the size and weight of the item.
• larger items require manual processing (not machine processing)
• larger items require double handling by both Mail Sorters and Posties
• larger items are more costly to transport due to size
(New Zealand Post)
A further parallel with the UK can be seen with many standard items remaining the same price although New Zealand has not introduced a grace period for surcharging it will consider the change when assessing under paid items. The postage price for most of the standard domestic letters that go through the network remains unchanged at $0.50 because most of these letters are of a smaller size. (New Zealand Post)
However, a more selective brand of PiP is employed in New Zealand with the more lucrative bulk mail products escaping the new system. Bulk mail products (VolumePost, GoFlexible and PrintPost) and international products are not changing. (New Zealand Post)
We would like to learn of your experiences with Pricing in Proportion that was introdcued in the UK August 2006 or whether you are aware of any other similar systems being employed worldwide.
Although similar the systems are far from identical. The sizes and dimensions of the new system can be viewed here.
Motivations behind the change are very similar to that of the UK and reflect the worldwide drive for cost reflective pricing among incumbent postal operators. Previously some larger sized items of mail have been the same price to send as smaller items and this has not reflected the cost of handling them. As most of the mail that passes through our network is of a smaller size, it is fair that the postage price is in proportion to the size and weight of the item.
• larger items require manual processing (not machine processing)
• larger items require double handling by both Mail Sorters and Posties
• larger items are more costly to transport due to size
(New Zealand Post)
A further parallel with the UK can be seen with many standard items remaining the same price although New Zealand has not introduced a grace period for surcharging it will consider the change when assessing under paid items. The postage price for most of the standard domestic letters that go through the network remains unchanged at $0.50 because most of these letters are of a smaller size. (New Zealand Post)
However, a more selective brand of PiP is employed in New Zealand with the more lucrative bulk mail products escaping the new system. Bulk mail products (VolumePost, GoFlexible and PrintPost) and international products are not changing. (New Zealand Post)
We would like to learn of your experiences with Pricing in Proportion that was introdcued in the UK August 2006 or whether you are aware of any other similar systems being employed worldwide.
Labels: New Zealand, Pricing In Proportion, Worldwide
posted by Postwatch at 11:26 am
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This comment has nothing to do with New Zealand. It has to do with the sham that PostWatch has become. The University of Stirling's Post Office will be closed May 19 due to the restructuring. Despite repeated requests for intervention, PostWatch has turned a blind eye to the 8,000+ users who will no longer have postal service at the University. PostWatch couldn't even BOTHER to send a reprentative from their organization to the public meeting held at the University.
Don't call yourself a 'watchdog' when all you are is a 'lapdog.'
-Stirling Uni Student
Postwatch Scotland recognises that the closure of a post office is never good news for the customers concerned. However, we also recognise the post office network is unsustainable in its current form.
When Postwatch Scotland have particular concerns about proposals, we work with the local community and Post Office Ltd to address these issues. In the University’s case, we have made thorough checks against the closure criteria and are satisfied that customers will be able to access post office services locally.
Wherever possible, Postwatch Scotland try to attend all public meetings.
Thank you for your comments
It simply boggles the mind that you think that 8,000 students - of which over 2,000 reside on-campus - have a readily available alternative. Considering that over 10% of the Uni population are international students, and therefore have no transportation, other than public, it is an arcane proposal. Do you really think that walking 20 minutes to the bus stop, waiting up to an hour for the bus to Bridge of Allan (the closest post office) for a 10 minute ride is a inconvenience? BECAUSE WE DO. I can appreciate that the post office in its current form is unsustainable. But this post office is used regulary by students and staff. You may not have had a particular concern, but we do. Our post office was not originally on the list - but do to successful lobbying, St. Ninian's gets to keep ours, and we got the axe instead. It's really disappointing that you guys can't see what a benefit is being lost by your indifference.
We would point out that there are several alternative branches easily accessible to Stirling University students from the University campus.
1. Causewayhead branch is just over 1 mile walk from, and close to the edge of, the campus - and accessible from the centre of the campus by a regular and frequent bus service.
2. Bridge of Allan branch is also just over 1 mile from the University campus and is accessible by a regular and frequent bus service.
3. The Stirling City branch is about 3 miles away in the city centre, which is reached directly from the campus by a very frequent, regular, shuttle bus service, with fares reduced for students.
We are also aware that the majority of the University student population (including overseas students) live off-campus in places like Bridge of Allan, Causewayhead, Corn ton and in the city of Stirling. All of these students will have a post office branch effectively on their doorstep.
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