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Originally Posted by skysurfer
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This issue is not only in Australia. In the EU there are also similar cases. E.g. the iPhone X costs US$ 999 in the US (actually US$ 1100 max. including sales tax), but EUR1159 in the EU. With a euro/$ rate of 1.16 this should be 1100/1.16 = 950 euros and not 1160.
And same with telescope accessories such as eyepieces.
Moreover, import duty is mandatory with overseas orders above EUR 115 (AUD 160), while Australian customs charge you with imports over AUD 1000.
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Yes, that is very true. Governments certainly love to tax the masses (and do as much as possible to avoid taxing businesses!!!!). Funny thing that, but I'll digress!