In my experience (many trips and flying in books, eyepieces and a couple of wind generators) I have yet to find "cheap" freight and handling.
50KG - Lead or Cornflakes ??
Lead: Import , Cornflakes: Buy here.
Re: Customs.
You get the cheapest rate (tax free) when you accompany the item (ie. travelling OS) and currently it is $A1000.00. If you go above $A1000.00 you get "hit" for the whole amount.
But $A3000 - A bit risky!!
Regards to all,
Jerry.
Once upon a time you could get away with a small parcel marked "Unsolicited gift" or "Used or secondhand item"