Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions
1. Definitions
Little Lotl’s : The company operating this store, registered in Victoria, Australia.
Customer : Any individual or entity placing an order on our website.
Goods : All live and non-live aquarium products sold by Little Lotl’s, including fish, corals, invertebrates, plants, equipment, and accessories.
Order : A purchase request submitted by the Customer through our website.
2. Order Acceptance
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All orders are subject to acceptance and stock availability.
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We reserve the right to reject or cancel any order at our discretion.
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Upon acceptance, you will receive an email confirmation—this constitutes a binding contract.
3. Products and Availability
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We endeavor to keep stock levels up to date; however, availability may change without notice.
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If a product is unavailable after your order is placed, we will notify you promptly and offer alternatives or a full refund.
4. Pricing and Payment
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All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST where applicable.
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Payment is due in full at the time of order via credit/debit card or PayPal.
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We use industry-standard encryption for payment processing; we do not store your payment details.
5. Shipping and Delivery
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We ship Australia-wide from our Melbourne facility.
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We do not ship outside of Australia.
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Standard parcels typically arrive within 1-4 business days for live goods and 3-7 business days for dry goods; expedited delivery options are available at checkout.
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Shipping fees are calculated at checkout based on weight, dimensions, and destination.
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Once goods are dispatched, risk transfers to you. We recommend inspecting parcels immediately and notifying us of damage within 2 hours.
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Shipping of all live axolotls is $65.00 within express post areas, re delivery fee of $35.00 will be incurred if you are not available on the day of delivery and delivery is needed to be rescheduled.
6. Live Goods Shipping
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Live fish and invertebrates are shipped only on business days using insulated packaging and oxygen-support measures.
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Delivery dates must be provided accurately; missed deliveries may jeopardize the welfare of live goods.
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We cannot guarantee 100% survival due to factors beyond our control (e.g., weather, carrier handling).
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All orders are required to be videotaped while opening within an hour of delivery notification, for any claims to be made.
7. Order Cancellation
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You may cancel your order before dispatch by contacting us via email or phone.
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Once dispatched, live goods orders cannot be cancelled or returned.
8. Returns and Refunds
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Non-live goods may be returned within 14 days of receipt if unused, in original packaging, and in resaleable condition.
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To initiate a return, contact our support team for a Return Authorisation.
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Return shipping costs are at your expense unless the item is faulty or incorrect.
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Refunds will be processed within 7 business days of receiving the returned goods.
9. Consumer Guarantees
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Your purchase is protected by Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement, repair, or refund if a product fails to meet a consumer guarantee.
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Except as required by law, we disclaim all other warranties.
10. Limitation of Liability
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To the fullest extent permitted by law, Little Lotl’s liability is limited to the purchase price paid for the Goods.
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We are not liable for any indirect, consequential, or special damages arising from use of our products.
11. Intellectual Property
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All content on this website, including text, images, and trademarks, are owned by or licensed to Little Lotl’s.
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You may not reproduce or use our intellectual property without our written consent.
12. Privacy Policy
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We collect and use personal information to process orders and communicate with you.
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For details on how we handle your data, please review our separate Privacy Policy on the website.
13. Governing Law
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This Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Victoria and the Commonwealth of Australia.
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Any dispute arising under this Policy will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Victorian court
14. Contact Us
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Little Lotl’s, 46 Ethereal Way Sandhurst Vic 3977, Email: littlelotls@outlook.com
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Veronica 0400 590 650 / Erik 0438 514 612


