Can you take picture frames into OZ?
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Can you take picture frames into OZ?
Ive got a lot of expensive pictures in frames I have made especially by a framer which cost a small fortune, someone told me recently you cant take wood into OZ unless it's treated, so I guess this means I cant take these photo framed into OZ, I was planning to have them shipped over, can anyone confirm this for me please?
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
If it has not been treated. It can get treated on arrival, but will take longer to get to you and you pay for the treatment by AQIS. The other option is that if it is not treated, it is destroyed, and you pay for the privilege. the OH had to leave a good bed behind as it has a untreated pine base. ti get it treated was too much of a hassle, although she was able to bring other treated pieces of timber with her. Group all wood products together and be sure to mark what is in each container and provide a list-makes things so much easier.
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
Just bring them mate. Make sure you use a reputable firm such as GB Liners. Your packers will pack them very well and list them as pictures.
When the consignment arrive the Oz packers will unload your container and put stickers on High risk items or items which will need to be inspected such as shoes/tents/etc etc. They wont be listed as untreated wooden framed pictures on your consignment- just as pictures. They won't be inspected unless you are very unlucky, pack yourselves, or use a dodgy form who AQUIS have had problems with before.
We had wicker bedframes, wooden untreated bedroom furniture etc which wasn't pulled because it was labelled as a bed frame / bedroom furniture and then packed well.
Just bring them and don't worry.
Good luck.
When the consignment arrive the Oz packers will unload your container and put stickers on High risk items or items which will need to be inspected such as shoes/tents/etc etc. They wont be listed as untreated wooden framed pictures on your consignment- just as pictures. They won't be inspected unless you are very unlucky, pack yourselves, or use a dodgy form who AQUIS have had problems with before.
We had wicker bedframes, wooden untreated bedroom furniture etc which wasn't pulled because it was labelled as a bed frame / bedroom furniture and then packed well.
Just bring them and don't worry.
Good luck.
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
Picture frames shouldn't be a problem. I even had two in my hand luggage that I got as a leaving present on the last night, the AQIS guy just give them a quick look and waved them in.
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
Ive got a lot of expensive pictures in frames I have made especially by a framer which cost a small fortune, someone told me recently you cant take wood into OZ unless it's treated, so I guess this means I cant take these photo framed into OZ, I was planning to have them shipped over, can anyone confirm this for me please?
i had a shipping company out today and i love contempory art and i have some expensive pictures,
i also thought they wouldnt be able to go unless the frames were treated ect but he said no and that they are fine ! the company is called Brittania Removals,
sarah
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
So long as you declare it they should be ok. AQIS will probably want to take a look at it and decide if they need to be treated, but then you can decide if you want to pay for treatment or have them destroyed.
Our bedroom suite and dining suite are both made from reclaimed pine, complete with worm holes and it passed inspection just fine.
Our bedroom suite and dining suite are both made from reclaimed pine, complete with worm holes and it passed inspection just fine.
#9
Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
Just bring them mate. Make sure you use a reputable firm such as GB Liners. Your packers will pack them very well and list them as pictures.
When the consignment arrive the Oz packers will unload your container and put stickers on High risk items or items which will need to be inspected such as shoes/tents/etc etc. They wont be listed as untreated wooden framed pictures on your consignment- just as pictures. They won't be inspected unless you are very unlucky, pack yourselves, or use a dodgy form who AQUIS have had problems with before.
We had wicker bedframes, wooden untreated bedroom furniture etc which wasn't pulled because it was labelled as a bed frame / bedroom furniture and then packed well.
Just bring them and don't worry.
Good luck.
When the consignment arrive the Oz packers will unload your container and put stickers on High risk items or items which will need to be inspected such as shoes/tents/etc etc. They wont be listed as untreated wooden framed pictures on your consignment- just as pictures. They won't be inspected unless you are very unlucky, pack yourselves, or use a dodgy form who AQUIS have had problems with before.
We had wicker bedframes, wooden untreated bedroom furniture etc which wasn't pulled because it was labelled as a bed frame / bedroom furniture and then packed well.
Just bring them and don't worry.
Good luck.
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
Just bring them mate. Make sure you use a reputable firm such as GB Liners. Your packers will pack them very well and list them as pictures.
When the consignment arrive the Oz packers will unload your container and put stickers on High risk items or items which will need to be inspected such as shoes/tents/etc etc. They wont be listed as untreated wooden framed pictures on your consignment- just as pictures. They won't be inspected unless you are very unlucky, pack yourselves, or use a dodgy form who AQUIS have had problems with before.
We had wicker bedframes, wooden untreated bedroom furniture etc which wasn't pulled because it was labelled as a bed frame / bedroom furniture and then packed well.
Just bring them and don't worry.
Good luck.
When the consignment arrive the Oz packers will unload your container and put stickers on High risk items or items which will need to be inspected such as shoes/tents/etc etc. They wont be listed as untreated wooden framed pictures on your consignment- just as pictures. They won't be inspected unless you are very unlucky, pack yourselves, or use a dodgy form who AQUIS have had problems with before.
We had wicker bedframes, wooden untreated bedroom furniture etc which wasn't pulled because it was labelled as a bed frame / bedroom furniture and then packed well.
Just bring them and don't worry.
Good luck.
Temptininnit, there are reasons for the rules, and I can't imagine why you'd be proud of sneaking items in without inspection.
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
The reasons for the rules are...Oz dont want you bringing in any hiddens bugs that might be lurking/hiding/eating your wooden items.
#12
Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
That told me.
I never sneaked them in. My packers packed and labelled as per the rules. When I asked about the wicker or untreated furniture they explained why it would be ok. I cleaned the Ikea wicker bed myself thoroughly and used disinfectant.
#13
Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
I would bring them and declare them. I have brought a few picture frames back with me after visiting the UK. I declared them all, they just glanced at them and let them through
On the other hand, I brought a brand new pair of shoes back with me another time, still in the box and hadn't been worn. They were in my suitcase. I hadn't declared them because it never entered my head to do so, but I got 'chosen' that day....and they took my brand new boxed shoes away because "there's a tiny little speck on one of them" I got them back though, no problems.
On the other hand, I brought a brand new pair of shoes back with me another time, still in the box and hadn't been worn. They were in my suitcase. I hadn't declared them because it never entered my head to do so, but I got 'chosen' that day....and they took my brand new boxed shoes away because "there's a tiny little speck on one of them" I got them back though, no problems.
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
Is normal IKEA laminated units ok? we have a few lounge units ie tv stand bookshelves and display units all to match, These are all chipboard units and all laminated and are really nice, I was thinking of getting a few more to match
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Re: Can you take picture frames into OZ?
Anyone know if we can take these?
I am hearing different takes on this from several people?
Thanks
I am hearing different takes on this from several people?
Thanks