Mango Hill Post Box Needs Public Support

Australia Post is seeking to remove Mango Hill’s original Post Box from the Puma Service Station on Anzac Ave.

Australia Post have stated that a notice will appear in the local newspaper and a sign will be placed on the Post Box for a minimum of 30 days to allow local residents to raise any issues.

Australia Post have advised that usable levels should generally exceed 25 letters per day and that this Post Box has significantly lower volumes than that required to maintain the service.

Big Local North Lakes and The Mango Hill Progress Association strongly encourage residents to use this facility as the saying of “use it or lose it”, very much applies.

Puma Proprietor, John Hamon is supporting retention of this Post Box, stating:

• “Not only is the mailbox an area icon, it is one of the most convenient and safe mailboxes we have utilised. People can park their vehicle off the road, take a few steps to the box and safely drop their mail.
• “Through” traffic is not inconvenienced.
• As well, Mailbox customers do not have to queue for a car-parking space and attempt to merge with thru traffic – unlike many roadside mailboxes which can create a traffic hazard.

The Mango Hill Progress Association is seeking a 6 month moratorium on any action to remove this box pending genuine consultation and the opportunity to promote greater usage of the service.

Australia Post is encouraging local residents to provide feedback to be considered by them.

Concerned residents can provide Australia Post with feedback on 13 13 18, or at: https://auspost.com.au/help/#/contact_us/product_enquiry

Big Local North Lakes and The Mango Hill Progress Association also encourage your feedback on the Facebook thread.

This issue will be an Agenda item at this Wednesdays meeting of the Mango Hill Progress Association.