Tote Bags Perth
Western Australia has tighter shopping bag rules than most states, so tote bags for Perth need a little more thought. For any bag handed to shoppers, we recommend our natural calico totes: unbleached 120gsm cotton that meets the WA rules and comes in hand-carry, long handle and shoulder strap styles.
We dispatch from Brisbane the same day for weekday orders placed before 12pm, and Perth metro deliveries usually take around 7 business days. Most WA customers order a season of totes at once to make the freight go further.
Calico tote ranges we send to Perth
Every range below is calico, so it suits WA retail as well as events.
Calico totes, two handlesStandard, short and long handle styles.
Calico totes, shoulder strap380x300mm and 420x380mm strap totes.
Calico backpack totesBackpack and drawstring bags for events and kids.
Full calico rangeEvery plain calico bag we stock.
Logo printed calico totesTwo handle totes printed in 1 to 3 colours.
Logo printed strap totesShoulder strap calico with your print.
Printed calico drawstringsBranded drawstring and backpack bags.
All printed calico totesThe complete printed calico range.
Calico totes Perth businesses stock up on
Plain and printed calico in the sizes WA buyers order most.
Choosing calico tote bags in Perth
WA bag rules, a long freight leg and a busy events calendar all shape what Perth buyers order.
Why our Perth totes are calico
Since 1 July 2022, WA only allows non woven polypropylene shopping bags with sewn seams and fabric of at least 90gsm. Our NWPP totes are 75gsm, so they do not meet that rule for bags given to shoppers. Calico is compliant, which is why the two handle calico tote range is our recommendation for WA stores. See what GSM means and our reusable shopping bags page.
Conferences on the Perth foreshore
Conferences at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre often run over several days. The long handle calico tote (420x380mm) carries a laptop over the shoulder, and the 380x300mm two handle tote keeps A4 papers flat. More ideas on our trade show bags page.
Royal Show, festivals and community days
For the Perth Royal Show or a council festival, a bag worn on the back leaves hands free for food and rides. The calico backpack (460x370mm) works well as a show bag, and the large shoulder strap tote suits stallholders handing out samples.
Hand carry or shoulder carry
The 420x380mm calico tote comes with short or long handles on the same body. Choose the short handle tote for a quick walk to the car and the long handle tote for city workers on the train. The shoulder strap range uses one strap instead of two.
Printing your logo for WA
Printed calico takes your logo in 1, 2 or 3 colours on one or both sides. Start with printed two handle calico totes or the two colour long handle tote. Express printed calico averages 2 to 3 weeks, and you should add WA transit on top.
Schools and libraries across WA
Washable cotton makes calico a good choice for library and reader bags that come home every week. The calico library bags page lists sizes, and calico bags Perth goes into each calico style in more detail.
Tote bags Perth: what WA buyers ask
How long do tote bags take to reach Perth?
We dispatch the same day for orders placed before 12pm on a weekday. Perth metro delivery usually takes around 7 business days and regional WA 7 to 10, counted from the day after ordering. Check your postcode on the freight page and order early for events.
Can I use non woven totes as shopping bags in WA?
Not ours. WA permits non woven polypropylene shopping bags only with sewn seams and at least 90gsm fabric, and our NWPP totes are 75gsm. For any bag given to shoppers in WA, use calico or non-laminated paper. The WA government's plastic bag guidance has the latest rules.
How do I keep freight to Perth reasonable?
Freight is worked out by postcode and weight through our freight partner TIG, so one larger order usually costs less per bag than several small ones. Pick a cheaper slower carrier, a faster one or Australia Post at checkout, where the cost is shown. The calculator on our freight page gives a rough figure first.
Which calico tote suits a conference?
For a full day of sessions, the long handle 420x380mm tote or a shoulder strap tote is the most comfortable.
Can you produce totes to a custom design?
Yes. Custom totes are imported to order and take 12 to 16 weeks after sign-off, plus transit to WA, with a usual minimum of around 3,000 units depending on the style. Ask for a quote with your size and quantity.
Are there discounts for larger WA tote orders?
Signed-in members get 5% off online stock orders. For a large run, request a quote and we will price the totes and freight together.
Why Perth customers order totes from QIS
QIS Packaging has supplied businesses around Australia since 1985 and is rated 4.9 stars in Google reviews.
- Dispatched same dayWeekday orders in by 12pm leave Brisbane that afternoon.
- Pick your carrierChoose a cheaper or quicker option to WA at checkout.
- 5% price beatFound the same tote cheaper from an Australian supplier? We beat it by 5%.
- Returns made easyNo restocking fee if arranged within 31 days. Our policy.
- Real supportCall 1800 555 343 on weekdays or write to us.
More bag pages for Perth and WA
Combine totes with other bags in one order to get more from the freight to WA.
Ordering totes for WA?
Tell us the style, quantity and print, and we will quote calico totes with freight to your WA postcode. Or call 1800 555 343.