Delivery Policy

Reliable Flower Delivery Across Victoria
Effective Date: June 4, 2025

At Tranquil Blooms, we're committed to delivering fresh, beautiful flowers across Victoria with care and reliability. This Delivery Policy outlines our service areas, timeframes, fees, and procedures to ensure your flowers arrive perfectly and on time.

Metro Melbourne:

  • All Melbourne metropolitan suburbs
  • Includes CBD, inner suburbs, and outer metropolitan areas
  • Same-day delivery available for orders placed before 2:00 PM
  • Standard delivery Monday through Friday, Saturday by arrangement

Regional Victoria:

  • Major regional centres including Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, and Warrnambool
  • Extended regional areas throughout Victoria
  • Next-day delivery standard for most regional areas
  • Some remote locations may require additional delivery time

Delivery Exclusions:

  • We do not deliver outside Victoria
  • Some extremely remote areas may not be serviceable
  • Contact us to confirm delivery availability to specific locations

Same-Day Delivery:

  • Cutoff Time: 2:00 PM Monday through Friday
  • Saturday Cutoff: 10:00 AM for weekend delivery
  • Delivery Window: Generally between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM
  • Peak Period Adjustments: Earlier cutoffs may apply during holidays

Next-Day Delivery:

  • Available for orders placed after same-day cutoff times
  • Orders placed Friday evening or Saturday will typically deliver Monday
  • Sunday delivery not currently available
  • Holiday periods may extend delivery timeframes

Scheduled Future Delivery:

  • Available for orders placed up to 30 days in advance
  • Ideal for special occasions and planned events
  • Confirmation provided closer to delivery date
  • Changes to scheduled deliveries accepted up to 24 hours prior

Standard Delivery Fees:

  • Metro Melbourne: $12.95
  • Near Regional: $15.95
  • Extended Regional: $19.95
  • Remote Areas: $24.95 or quote on request

Special Service Charges:

  • Same-Day Premium: Additional $5.00
  • Saturday Delivery: Additional $10.00
  • Timed Delivery Window: Additional $15.00 (2-hour window)
  • Signature Required: Additional $5.00

Peak Period Surcharges:

  • Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and Christmas may incur additional delivery fees
  • Surcharges communicated at time of order
  • Early booking may help avoid peak period charges

Standard Delivery Process:

  1. Departure Notification: Customer notified when order leaves our shop
  2. Delivery Attempt: Professional delivery to specified address
  3. Completion Confirmation: Customer notified upon successful delivery
  4. Photo Confirmation: Available upon request for special occasions

Recipient Availability:

  • Someone Home: Flowers delivered directly to recipient
  • No One Home: Secure delivery location sought (e.g., neighbour)
  • Alternative Instructions: Customer-provided backup delivery options followed
  • Return to Shop: If no secure delivery possible, returned for redelivery

Special Delivery Instructions:

  • Detailed delivery instructions welcome and followed when possible
  • Building access codes, gate combinations, and specific location requests accommodated
  • Business delivery to reception areas when appropriate
  • Surprise delivery arrangements available

Residential Deliveries:

  • Delivered to front door or as directed
  • Secure locations preferred if recipient not home
  • Apartment buildings delivered to unit when possible
  • Instructions for building access helpful

Business Deliveries:

  • Delivered to reception during business hours
  • Large arrangements may require coordination
  • Office closures and holidays may affect delivery
  • Alternative arrangements made when businesses closed

Hospital and Care Facility Deliveries:

  • Subject to facility policies and visiting restrictions
  • May require recipient confirmation for delivery authorization
  • Some facilities have specific delivery timeframes
  • Alternative arrangements if facility restrictions prevent delivery

Public Venue Deliveries:

  • Restaurants, hotels, and event venues require coordination
  • Advance notice helpful for large or complex deliveries
  • Contact venue when possible to ensure reception arrangements
  • Additional fees may apply for complex delivery situations

Our Delivery Promise:

  • Fresh flowers delivered with care and professionalism
  • Tracking and confirmation provided for all deliveries
  • Issues addressed promptly with customer communication
  • Satisfaction guaranteed or appropriate remedy provided

Common Delivery Issues and Solutions:

  • Delivery Delays: Communication provided with alternative timeframes
  • Wrong Address: Redelivery arranged at no additional charge
  • Damaged Flowers: Immediate replacement or refund offered
  • Recipient Unavailable: Alternative delivery options explored

Failed Delivery Procedures:

  1. First Attempt: Secure delivery location sought
  2. Contact Attempt: Phone or text message to recipient/customer
  3. Second Attempt: Made later same day or next business day
  4. Customer Notification: Options provided for resolution
  5. Return Policy: Flowers returned to shop if delivery impossible

Peak Period Planning:

  • Valentine's Day: 3-day delivery window, early cutoffs
  • Mother's Day: Extended delivery period, pre-orders recommended
  • Christmas: Limited availability, early booking essential
  • ANZAC Day, Easter: Alternative delivery dates may be necessary

Special Occasion Guarantees:

  • Specific date delivery guaranteed for orders placed within cutoff times
  • Upgrade options available for priority delivery
  • Communication provided if any delivery concerns arise
  • Replacement arrangements if delivery date missed due to our error

Victoria Rural Areas:

  • Extended delivery times for very remote locations
  • Additional fees may apply for difficult access areas
  • Weather conditions may occasionally delay delivery
  • Alternative arrangements offered when standard delivery not possible

Adjacent State Borders:

  • Limited delivery to border towns by special arrangement
  • Additional fees and extended timeframes apply
  • Advance booking required for interstate deliveries
  • Contact us to discuss specific cross-border delivery needs

To Ensure Successful Delivery:

  • Provide complete and accurate delivery address
  • Include apartment/unit numbers and building access information
  • Specify special delivery instructions clearly
  • Ensure contact phone number is current and accessible
  • Notify us of any address changes promptly

When Problems Arise:

  • Contact us immediately if delivery issues occur
  • Provide feedback on delivery experience
  • Report any concerns about flower condition upon delivery
  • Allow reasonable time for resolution of delivery problems

Order Updates:

  • Email confirmation upon order placement
  • Dispatch notification when order leaves our shop
  • Delivery confirmation upon successful completion
  • Photo proof of delivery available upon request

Communication Preferences:

  • Email updates standard for all deliveries
  • Text message notifications available upon request
  • Phone calls for urgent delivery issues or questions
  • Customer portal access for order tracking

Severe Weather:

  • Safety of our delivery team is paramount
  • Extreme weather may result in delivery delays
  • Alternative delivery dates offered without additional charge
  • Communication provided if weather affects delivery schedule

Emergency Situations:

  • Natural disasters or emergencies may prevent delivery
  • Alternative arrangements made when possible
  • Refunds or credits provided if delivery becomes impossible
  • Customer safety and satisfaction prioritized in all situations

Business Hours:

Monday - Wednesday:
9:00am - 5:30pm

Thursday- Friday:
9:00am - 6:30pm

Saturday:
9:00am - 5:00pm

Sunday:
9:00am - 4:00pm
Closed (except special arrangements)

We regularly review and improve our delivery services based on customer feedback and operational experience. Your input helps us provide better service for all customers. Please share your delivery experience with us so we can continue to serve Victoria with excellence.

Thank you for choosing Tranquil Blooms for your flower delivery needs. We're committed to making every delivery a beautiful experience that brings joy to both sender and recipient.

Shop for any Occasion

  • Birthday bouquets and arrangements
  • Anniversary flowers
  • Wedding flowers and bridal bouquets
  • Sympathy and funeral flowers
  • New baby celebrations
  • Mother's Day and Valentine's Day specials
Effective Date: June 4, 2025

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  • Birthday bouquets and arrangements
  • Anniversary flowers
  • Wedding flowers and bridal bouquets
  • Sympathy and funeral flowers
  • New baby celebrations
  • Mother's Day and Valentine's Day specials

Why Choose Tranquil Blooms?

Our passionate and experienced florists handpick each flower, ensuring your loved ones receive only the freshest, most beautiful arrangements. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, welcoming a new baby, or expressing sympathy, we create bespoke floral designs that speak from the heart.

Same Day & Next Day Delivery Available

Order by 2pm for next-day delivery across Victoria.

Stunning Flowers, Expertly Arranged

Freshest and most beautiful blooms for every occasion.

Flowers for Every Moment

Designed blooms for birthdays, babies, love, and loss.