From the Customs web site:
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IMPORTING GOODS
If imported goods are valued above A$1000 and arrive by mail,
air or sea cargo, in most cases, you will be required to make an
import declaration.
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Import Declarations
I vaguely remember reading about some shipping agents that can pay the GST and clearance charge on your behalf and they incorporate the charge into their shipping fee - Customs advises this:
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It is suggested that first time or infrequent importers engage the services of a customs broker who, in addition to completing the Import Declaration, can undertake a number of tasks associated with the import process on the importer's behalf.
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Clearing Goods Through Customs
Hope that helps.