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The Distribution Centre can arrange the distribution of non-digital educational support material to various educational sites.
Who can use the service
This service is available to:
- education department corporate offices
- SA government schools and preschools
- other government agencies
- TAFESA
- private industry.
Services offered
The following services are offered:
- distribution of non-digital educational support material
- in-house photocopying (black and white only)
- labelling
- folding
- enveloping
- collation.
Electronic distribution services
The Distribution Centre does not directly offer electronic distribution services.
Suitability of external material
External material for distribution should be of an appropriate nature, related to the education and child development sector or which provides educational or child development support, and must be approved prior to distribution.
External material cannot be endorsed by the department unless otherwise stated.
Each distribution request will be assessed on a case by case basis to ensure suitability.
The department reserves the right to refuse to distribute material where it is considered that the material is not suitable for distribution to the department's worksites. If a particular item is deemed unsuitable for distribution, the Distribution Centre will advise the organisation. Contact details of the nominated delegate within the department will also be supplied, should the organisation request further clarification.
Timelines
When organising a distribution, timelines must be considered.
| Job Complexity | Time required |
|---|---|
| High level/complex distributions Multiple documents, collating and counting according to enrolment numbers or number of educators. |
Within 10 working days from receipt of materials |
| Low level distributions No collation involved. |
Within 5 working days from receipt of materials |
Request a distribution
To request a distribution:
- complete either an internal request form (PDF 2.2MB) (for education department sites) or an external request form (PDF 1.3MB) (for external customers)
- return it to the Distribution Centre together with a sample of the material to be distributed.
You will be notified via email once your distribution has been approved (together with a quote) or declined.
Deliveries
Deliveries are accepted before 3pm, Monday to Friday. Deliveries arriving after 3pm cannot be accepted without prior negotiation.
Written notice is required for any delivery requiring storage or distribution.
Deliveries may be refused where reasonable notification is not provided. Returning materials will be at the expense of the sender.
Address
7 Bray Avenue, Torrensville SA 5031
Storage and warehousing services
Short and long-term storage and warehousing services may be available, depending on operational capacity.
Pallet space may be available upon negotiation.
Contact the Distribution Centre for a quote.
