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Frequently Asked Questions

 

Why is the shop called Entropy?

We are often asked why the store is called Entropy. Well .... entropy is a scientific term for a form of energy, and historically has been associated with chaos or disorder. Combine the two and you get energy and chaos which many parents would say is a great description of their children. Plus, all our products are about getting kids active (either their bodies or their brains). So there you have it: Entropy - it's all about energy.

How much is delivery?

We offer flat rate delivery of $9.95 for all orders with a total value of less than $150. Orders with a total value of $150 or more are delivered FREE within Australia (excluding the delivery of limited bulky products which are charged at cost). Visit our Shipping Information page for more information.

How will I know my order has been sent?

If your order is received by 10am AEST it will normally be dispatched that day (Monday-Friday). Occasionally, during busy times, we may not be able to get all orders placed before 10am sent that day. Orders received after 10am will be dispatched the following day (unless you include a note saying "please pretty please can you try and send this today"). Orders received on a weekend will be dispatched the following Monday. We use multiple carriers to deliver orders - most are shipped with Australia Post, Fastway Couriers or StarTrack. The carrier used depends on the size and destination of your order. You will always be emailed with a tracking number when the order has been dispatched. Your shipping confirmation email will also include tracking information, unless the product is being shipped directly from our supplier which will be noted in the product description.

Please note that during the busy Christmas period or special sale events, your order may take slightly longer to dispatch.

How long will my order take to arrive?

Please see our Shipping Information page for more information.

How long will my drop ship order take to arrive?

Drop ship items are sent directly from our supplier’s warehouse. We have many different suppliers who all have different postal arrangements. Therefore, timeframes, delivery options and processing times differ to our regular guidelines (as stated in the question above).

If a product is to be shipped directly from our supplier, this will be noted in the product description in most cases.

Please note that products sent from our supplier's warehouse typically take longer to arrive than ones shipped from our own Brisbane warehouse. Most orders shipped by our suppliers will come with a tracking number, however, not all. If you are at all unsure if your order will arrive in time please contact us, or leave a note at checkout; letting our elves know when you need the order by.

How can I make sure my order arrives as soon as possible?

Express shipping is now offered as an option on checkout for most products (unless the product is really big) so that we can get them to you in a jiffy.

See our Shipping Information page for more information about express shipping.

Do you post Internationally?

No - we do not deliver to International destinations. You can however order from overseas for delivery within Australia.

I live overseas, can I purchase gifts for delivery to my family in Australia?

Yes - you can use make your purchase on our website and select to have the gifts delivered to an Australian address.

Gift wrapping options are shown on the products that are able to be gift wrapped. If there is no gift wrap option showing on the product page then that particular product is unable to be gift wrapped.

Do you price match?

No - but we have great reasons for this! Entropy is a toy store like no other - the Elves pride themselves on providing a full service; including personalised, exceptional customer service. We subsidise shipping by providing flat rate delivery of $9.95 for orders under $150; and orders $150 and over are sent FREE (excluding bulky). Entropy is a one-stop toy shop that houses so many different and exclusive brands from around the world - you will find everything you are looking for right here!

Please note that if you are using a discount code; that the discount only applies to full priced items. It does not apply to items that are already discounted.

Do you offer a gift wrapping service?

Yes - gift wrapping is offered as an option for most product on the product page. You can choose the type of gift wrap and also to include a gift note for just $2.95. Limited bulky and awkward shaped products are excluded from our gift wrap offering.

Can you include a gift card with a message?

Absolutely - please include the message you would like written when you tick the box to include gift wrap for your order.

Can the billing and delivery address differ?

Yes - at checkout you have the option of including a separate billing address and delivery address.

Can you send purchases to multiple delivery addresses in Australia?

Yes - however you will need to put the orders through as separate orders. We can only accept one delivery address per order.

If my purchase is a gift will the recipient know how much I spent on them?

No - we remove all price tags and the tax invoice is emailed directly to the email address you registered with us. 

Do you offer a lay-by service?

Yes, please visit the Layby page for more information.

I've changed my mind - what is your returns policy?

For our online store we have a no fuss returns policy. If you are not happy with your purchase for any reason you can return it to us within 100 days of the date of purchase for a full refund of the purchase price (no refund on postage). You are responsible for the postage costs of returning the item to us. Returned items must be received in original, unopened condition and packaged such that transit damage does not occur. If goods are received in unsellable condition, then your return may not be processed. There are no returns or exchanges for sale or clearance items, or for custom made items. 

My order was damaged during transit - what should I do?

Tell us! We check our products before dispatch to make sure they are not damaged. We also take great care to wrap them carefully. If however, damage occurs during the delivery process please contact us to discuss options.

How can I pay for my purchase?

We offer secure payment through credit card, debit card, PayPal, Zip and Afterpay. 

Do you supply wholesale or trade customers?

We are a retail only site and do not supply in wholesale quantities or for trade customers.

Please note - if you are a school or library wanting to place a purchase order, please email us as we may be able to offer you a special arrangement.

How do I make sure my order arrives in time for Christmas?

TBC later in the year for 2023.

The above deadlines are based on time frames provided by our delivery partners. Once a parcel is dispatched we cannot control its delivery, nor take responsibility for deliveries that may be delayed. In the event that we incur an inventory error and do not have an item you have ordered, we will contact you directly to discuss a solution. During this busy time, the Entropy Elves strive to ensure that parcels get to you as quickly as possible. However, due to the enormous volume of orders, our shipping timeframes will differ to normal. Thank you for choosing to shop with us, and if you have any questions, please contact a friendly elf!

Any other questions - please contact us