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The Good Guys
 returns policy – how to return items easily

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Can you return an item to
The Good Guys
? Check eligibility first

  • 30-Day Change of Mind (Unopened):

    • Full refunds within 30 days for unopened, unused, and resaleable items.

    • Original packaging with all factory seals intact required.

    • Delivery fees are not refundable.

  • Opened or Used Items:

    • Returns considered at Good Guys’ discretion if in perfect, resaleable condition.

    • Usually incurs a 20% restocking fee.

    • Original delivery fee and any return pickup costs are non-refundable.

  • Exclusions – No Change-of-Mind Returns:

    • PC games & software, digital downloads, gift cards.

    • Commercial/business purchases.

    • Hygiene-related items once opened (e.g., shavers, earbuds).

  • Faulty, Damaged, or Incorrect Items:

    • Covered under Australian Consumer Law (ACL).

    • Eligible for refund, repair, or replacement.

    • No 30-day limit. Coverage extends to a product's reasonable life.

  • Proof of Purchase:

    • Required for returns (receipt/invoice).

    • Lost receipts can often be retrieved by store staff.

How to return an item to
The Good Guys

Change of Mind Returns:

  • In-Store:

    • Return to any Good Guys store with item, packaging, and receipt for immediate processing.

  • Online Purchases:

    • Return in-store (quickest option) or arrange courier pickup through Customer Care (cost applies).

Faulty or Damaged Product:

  • Immediate Faults (DOA):

    • Return directly to store for instant exchange or refund.

  • Warranty Faults (After Use):

    • Contact local store or report online via Good Guys’ fault reporting form.

    • Items may be repaired, replaced, or refunded depending on the fault severity.

  • Gold Service Extras:

    • Contact Gold Service directly for priority service and extra benefits.

The Good Guys
return timeframes and item conditions

  • Change-of-Mind Returns: Must initiate within 30 days from purchase/delivery.

  • Opened Item Returns: Subject to Good Guys’ discretion; likely within 30 days, with a 20% restocking fee.

  • Used Item Returns: Typically not accepted unless faulty.

  • Faulty Items: Covered under ACL. Timeframe based on expected life of product (usually at least 12-24 months).

  • Dead on Arrival (DOA): Report faults immediately or within 14 days of receiving.

  • Repair Timeframes: Usually 1-4 weeks depending on complexity and part availability.

Who pays for
The Good Guys
return shipping?

  • Free In-Store Returns: Return items to any store without shipping cost.

  • Change-of-Mind Returns (Courier):

    • Customer pays courier or pickup costs (deducted from refund).

  • Faulty Items:

    • The Good Guys cover all return shipping costs for faulty products.

  • Original Delivery Charges: Not refunded for change-of-mind returns. Refunded if the item was faulty or incorrect.

  • Packing Requirements: Original packaging strongly recommended for secure shipping.

The Good Guys
refunds after a return - how and when you’ll get your money back

  • Refund Method: Original payment method (credit card, PayPal, Afterpay, Zip).

  • Refund Timeline:

    • In-store: Instant cash refunds or 1–3 business days for card transactions.

    • Online returns: Typically processed within 1–2 weeks after receiving returned items.

  • Partial Refunds & Fees:

    • Restocking fee (20%) deducted for opened items.

    • Pickup/shipping fees deducted for customer-arranged returns.

  • Replacement or Store Credit:

    • Option available instead of refunds (store credit via gift cards or StoreCash).

  • Communication & Confirmation:

    • Refund confirmations sent via email or given as receipt in-store.

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Real customer experiences with
The Good Guys
returns

No Receipt, No Drama: One customer easily exchanged a faulty item without a receipt, thanks to Good Guys' transaction lookup system.

Restocking Fee Frustration: One buyer found returning an opened washing machine costly and challenging due to the 20% restocking fee and courier delays, highlighting the importance of adhering to the unopened return policy.

Smooth Appliance Return: Another shopper shared that despite negative reviews online, their appliance return at the Chatswood store was fast and hassle-free.

Official
The Good Guys
Returns Resources & Links

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