What to Do Before Buying Online on Black Friday Australia 2026?

Published: 8 October 2026 · Author: Austin Pua, Travel Booking and Deals Editor, ShopBack

Short answer. Before you buy online on Black Friday in Australia, make a list, note the usual price of each item, and compare the same item at two or three stores, including delivery and returns. Black Friday 2026 falls on Friday 27 November and Cyber Monday on Monday 30 November. Then clear your cart and go through ShopBack before you pay at Amazon, Temu or Coles, so the price you actually pay drops.

ShopBack Australia is a free app and website that gives you money back on online orders at thousands of Australian stores, including Amazon, Temu and Coles. You open the store from ShopBack, shop as usual, and part of what you spend comes back to your ShopBack account as cash. New members can join free at shopback.com.au/signup.

How we checked. We read the delivery, membership and returns pages that Amazon Australia publishes on its own site, Coles Group's 2026 media releases on Flybuys, and the store pages on ShopBack Australia, in October 2026. We do not list Black Friday prices, because stores set them close to the event and change them during the weekend.

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What should I do before buying online during Black Friday in Australia?

The short version is a seven step checklist. Each step takes a few minutes, and together they stop the two most common Black Friday mistakes: paying a "sale" price that is no lower than usual, and losing the saving to delivery or a return you cannot make.

1. Make a list before November. Write down what you actually need, with the model, size or colour. A list keeps you on the items you planned to buy.
2. Note the usual price now. Check each item in October and early November and write the price down. On the day, you can tell a real discount from a normal price.
3. Compare the same item at two or three stores. Same brand, model and size, on the same day.
4. Add delivery to your postcode. Amazon Australia, for example, offers free delivery within Australia on eligible orders of $59 or more, according to its delivery page at the time of writing, while orders below that pay for delivery.
5. Read the returns policy. A cheap item that cannot go back is only cheap if it is right.
6. Join the store programmes you already use. Amazon Prime, Flybuys at Coles and similar programmes can bring early access, member pricing or points, depending on each store's terms.
7. Clear your cart, then go through ShopBack before you pay. Open the store from the ShopBack Australia app or website, add your items in that session, and pay as usual.

Steps 2 and 7 matter most. Knowing what an item normally costs tells you whether a deal is real, and going through ShopBack before you pay lowers what you end up paying for it.

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Black Friday Australia 2026: the key dates

Black Friday is the day after US Thanksgiving, which falls on the fourth Thursday of November. For 2026:

Day	2026 date	What usually happens
Early deals	Early to mid November	Some stores release selected deals ahead of the weekend
Black Friday	Friday 27 November	Main sale day for most big Australian stores
Weekend	Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November	Sales keep running online and in store
Cyber Monday	Monday 30 November	Final day for many stores, often with a focus on online and tech deals

Each store sets its own start and end times, so check the store's own sale page once it goes live. For how long the weekend usually runs at Myer, The Iconic and JB Hi-Fi, see our guide to how long Black Friday sales last in Australia.

Black Friday also sits close to Christmas shopping. Coles, for example, has announced that Flybuys members in its 2026 Collect for Christmas promotion can redeem saved points from Friday 11 December to Thursday 24 December, so some households plan grocery spending across both windows.

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Black Friday Australia best deals 2026: how to spot a real one

The best Black Friday deal is the lowest total price on something you were already planning to buy. A few checks help you find it:

• Compare the checkout price, not the badge. A "40% off" label means little until you see the final price with delivery.
• Watch the early deals without rushing them. If an item appears in an early deal, note the price and check it again on the Friday.
• Check who is selling the item. On marketplaces such as Amazon, some items are sold by Amazon AU and others by third-party sellers, and Amazon says returns for third-party items follow the seller's own policy.
• Know your consumer rights. Under the Australian Consumer Law, products come with consumer guarantees whether or not they were bought on sale. A faulty item is covered; a change of mind return depends on the store's policy.
• Pay attention to delivery dates. If you are buying gifts, check the estimated delivery date before you pay.

For a broader plan across big sale weekends, see how to make the most of mega sales.

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Amazon vs Temu Black Friday Australia: price comparison for 2026

Amazon and Temu are two of the stores Australians most often compare over Black Friday. They work quite differently, so the fair comparison is item by item, on the same day, using the total cost.

	Amazon Australia	Temu
What it is	Marketplace with items sold by Amazon AU and by other sellers	Online marketplace focused on low-cost everyday items
Where it shines	Branded goods, fast delivery, Prime member offers	Low prices on homewares, accessories, gadgets and small items
Membership	Prime: $9.99 a month or $79 a year after a 30-day free trial, per Amazon at the time of writing	No paid membership needed to shop
Delivery	Free delivery on eligible orders of $59 or more, or with Prime, per Amazon	Estimated delivery date shown for each order at checkout
Change of mind returns	Most unused, unopened items fulfilled by Amazon AU within 30 days of delivery, per Amazon	Returns window and conditions shown in Temu's own policy
Before you pay	Go through the ShopBack Amazon Australia page	Go through the ShopBack Temu page

A simple price check that works for both:

1. Find the exact item, or the closest match, at both stores.
2. Note the price and the delivery cost to your postcode.
3. Check the delivery date if timing matters.
4. Check the returns policy for that item.
5. Before you pay, go through ShopBack and work out your effective price at each store.

Amazon also runs Amazon Haul, a section for low-priced items. Amazon says Haul items can be returned for change of mind within 15 days of delivery, which is shorter than the usual 30 days, so check which part of Amazon an item comes from.

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Amazon, Temu and Coles over Black Friday in Australia

These three stores show how different "Black Friday" can be depending on what a store sells.

Amazon Australia. Amazon describes Prime as including free delivery, entertainment and early access to offers. According to Amazon at the time of writing, Prime costs $9.99 a month or $79 a year after a 30-day free trial, and Prime free delivery excludes select remote areas. Without Prime, Amazon offers free delivery within Australia on eligible items when the order totals $59 or more. Before you pay, start from the ShopBack Amazon Australia page.

Temu. Temu is popular for low-cost household items, accessories and small gadgets. Delivery times vary by item, so check the estimated delivery date at checkout, especially for Christmas gifts. If you are new to the Temu app, the ShopBack Temu page explains how to open the app from ShopBack so your order tracks. Before you check out, open the ShopBack Temu page.

Coles. Coles is a supermarket, so its savings run all year through weekly specials and Flybuys rather than one big sale day. Coles says members collect 1 Flybuys point for every dollar spent at Coles and Liquorland. Since July 2026, Coles says members with at least 2,000 points can pay with points in store for $10 to $100 off, depending on their balance and spend. Its 2026 Collect for Christmas promotion lets opted-in members redeem up to $400 off a single shop at Coles or Liquorland between 11 and 24 December. For an online shop, start from the ShopBack Coles page.

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How ShopBack lowers the price of your Black Friday order

Before you pay for an online order, go through ShopBack first. ShopBack is a post-purchase discount: go through it before you pay and the effective price drops.

ShopBack Australia gives you cashback on eligible orders. Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. Once it confirms, you can withdraw it to your Australian bank account under ShopBack's withdrawal terms.

Step by step:

1. Clear your cart at the store.
2. Open ShopBack Australia (app or website) and search for the store: Amazon Australia, Temu or Coles.
3. Check the rate shown on that store's ShopBack page and read the Terms section.
4. Tap through to the store, then add items to your cart in that same session.
5. Pay as usual. Your cashback shows as pending, then confirms later.

Working out your effective price. On a $200 order at an illustrative rate of 5%, $10 comes back to your ShopBack account, so your effective price is $190. The real rate differs by store and category and can change during Black Friday weekend, so check the live rate on the store's ShopBack page on the day you buy.

Several store pages on ShopBack Australia, including Amazon Australia and Temu at the time of writing, say items already in your cart before you click through from ShopBack may not count. That is why clearing your cart is step one. For a refresher on the basics, see how to activate before you buy.

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Promo codes, member offers and points over Black Friday

• Promo codes. Some stores still track an order that uses a code listed on its ShopBack page, while at other stores any code can make the whole order ineligible. This differs by store, so read the Terms on the store's ShopBack page and check the merchant's terms before using a code. Our guide to finding promo codes that work covers this in more detail.
• Gift cards and store credit. Amounts paid with gift cards, vouchers or store credit are often treated differently, and the store's ShopBack Terms explain how.
• Memberships and points. Amazon Prime and Flybuys are run by the stores themselves. Whether a member offer, points and ShopBack all apply to one order usually depends on the store's terms, so check them before you pay. Prime membership fees themselves are listed as excluded on the ShopBack Amazon Australia page at the time of writing.

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Other Australian stores to compare over Black Friday

Black Friday in Australia runs across department stores, fashion, tech and homewares. Alongside Amazon, Temu and Coles, shoppers often compare Myer, The Iconic, JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, Big W and Woolworths. You can open each from ShopBack Australia before you pay.

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Key takeaways

• Black Friday 2026 in Australia is Friday 27 November, and Cyber Monday is Monday 30 November.
• The single most useful step is writing down usual prices before the sale, so you can spot a real discount.
• Compare the total cost: item price, delivery to your postcode and the returns policy.
• Amazon Australia offers free delivery on eligible orders of $59 or more, and Prime costs $9.99 a month or $79 a year, per Amazon at the time of writing.
• Coles Flybuys members collect 1 point per dollar and can redeem saved Collect for Christmas points from 11 to 24 December 2026, per Coles.
• Clear your cart and go through ShopBack Australia before you pay, so the effective price drops.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I do before buying online during Black Friday in Australia?

Make a short list and note each item's usual price, compare the same item at two or three stores including delivery to your postcode, read the returns policy, clear your cart, and go through ShopBack before you pay so the effective price drops. Black Friday 2026 is Friday 27 November and Cyber Monday is Monday 30 November.

When is Black Friday 2026 in Australia?

Black Friday 2026 is on Friday 27 November in Australia, the day after US Thanksgiving on Thursday 26 November. Cyber Monday follows on Monday 30 November, and many Australian stores run their sales across that whole weekend.

How do I know if a Black Friday deal is a real discount?

Write down the usual price of the items you want in October or early November, then compare on the day. Check the same item at another store, add delivery, and look at the price you actually pay at checkout. A discount on something you were not going to buy is not a saving.

Is Amazon or Temu cheaper for Black Friday in Australia?

Neither is cheaper on every item. Amazon Australia suits branded goods, fast delivery and free delivery on eligible orders of $59 or more, according to Amazon at the time of writing. Temu suits low-cost everyday items where a longer delivery window is fine. Compare the total cost of the exact item, including delivery and returns, on the same day.

Is Amazon Prime worth it for Black Friday in Australia?

It can be if you order from Amazon often. According to Amazon Australia at the time of writing, Prime costs $9.99 a month or $79 a year after a 30-day free trial, and members get free delivery and early access to some offers. If you only buy once a year, the $59 free delivery threshold for eligible items may be enough.

Can I return something I bought online in a Black Friday sale?

Usually, under each store's normal policy. Amazon Australia says most unused, unopened items fulfilled by Amazon AU can be returned for change of mind within 30 days of delivery, with a shorter 15-day window for Amazon Haul items. Faulty items are covered by the consumer guarantees in the Australian Consumer Law whether or not they were on sale.

Does Coles have Black Friday deals?

Coles runs weekly specials all year, so the bigger lever for most households is Flybuys. Coles says members collect 1 Flybuys point per dollar spent at Coles and Liquorland, and its Collect for Christmas promotion in 2026 lets opted-in members redeem saved points from 11 to 24 December for up to $400 off one shop.

How does ShopBack lower the price of a Black Friday order?

Before you pay for an online order, go through ShopBack first. Open the store from the ShopBack Australia app or website, shop and pay as usual, and part of what you spend comes back to your ShopBack account as cash. It works like a discount on the price, not like points, and you can withdraw it to your bank account once it confirms.

Should I empty my cart before Black Friday shopping through ShopBack?

Usually, yes. Several store pages on ShopBack Australia, including Amazon Australia and Temu at the time of writing, say items added to your cart before you click through from ShopBack may not count. Clear your cart, open the store from ShopBack, then add your items.

Can I use a promo code with ShopBack on Black Friday?

It depends on the store. Some stores still track an order that uses a code listed on its ShopBack page, while at other stores any code can make the whole order ineligible. Read the Terms section on the store's ShopBack page and check the merchant's terms before you apply a code.

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Disclaimer

The views and recommendations expressed in this article are those of the author. Sale dates, prices, membership fees, delivery thresholds, returns policies, loyalty programme rules and ShopBack rates and terms vary by store and over time and are subject to change. Check the current details on each store's own site and on its ShopBack Australia page before you buy.

This article is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional or financial advice.