Freight, Shipping & Courier Labels in Australia
Freight labels are self-adhesive thermal labels used to address, barcode, track and handle parcels in transit. At Label Warehouse we stock a complete range of freight labels, shipping labels and courier labels for fast, reliable despatch across Australia, from single rolls for a home-based online store to bulk cartons for busy warehouses and 3PL operations. The standard Australian shipping label size is 100mm x 150mm (4" x 6"), and we carry it in every common roll count and core size, plus a wide range of other sizes for cartons, satchels, pallets and consignment notes. Every label is built to print sharp, reliably scannable barcodes.
Direct thermal or thermal transfer: which shipping label do you need?
Direct thermal labels are the most popular choice for shipping and courier labels. They print using heat alone, so there is no ribbon or ink to buy, which keeps costs low for despatch labels used within a few months. Browse the full direct thermal labels range for everyday parcel labelling. Thermal transfer labels print with a ribbon for a permanent, fade and scratch-resistant image that lasts for years; see our thermal transfer labels and matching thermal ribbons. For outdoor freight, cold stores or chemical exposure, choose waterproof synthetic labels. Most parcel and consignment labels are direct thermal.
Shipping & courier labels for every carrier
Our 4x6 thermal labels are compatible with all major Australian couriers and shipping platforms. Shop popular carriers including Australia Post labels (eParcel and MyPost Business), StarTrack, Aramex / Fastway, Toll and Sendle, plus Couriers Please, DHL, FedEx, TNT, Shippit, StarShipIt, Transdirect, Direct Freight Express, Go Logistics, Parcel Point and UPS. They print cleanly from eParcel, MyPost Business, Shippit, StarShipIt and other shipping software. These are unbranded labels compatible with each courier's systems, not official carrier-branded stock, which makes them a more cost-effective way to print your consignment labels.
Freight label sizes and cores
The standard shipping label is 4x6 (100mm x 150mm). Our best sellers include:
- 100 x 150mm (4x6) direct thermal, 400 per roll, 25mm core - ideal for desktop label printers
- 100 x 150mm (4x6) direct thermal, 1000 per roll, 76mm core - for industrial and high-volume printers
- 100 x 100mm carton labels and bright colour-coded labels for sorting and priority despatch
As a guide, a 25mm (1 inch) core suits desktop printers and a 76mm (3 inch) core suits industrial machines, so match the core to your printer. All freight labels are perforated for clean, fast tear-off between prints.
Compatible with your label printer
Our freight and shipping labels work with all leading desktop and industrial direct thermal printers, including Zebra (ZD220, ZD420, GK420d, GX430), TSC, Brother and Dymo LabelWriter, as well as 4x6 label printers such as Rollo and MUNBYN. Choose a roll with the core size and label width your printer accepts (most desktop 4x6 printers take a 25mm core, industrial printers take 76mm) and you are ready to print.
Why buy freight labels from Label Warehouse
- In stock and fast despatch - popular sizes ship same or next business day, Australia-wide.
- Bulk and wholesale pricing - buy by the roll, the pack or the carton, with better pricing at volume.
- Reliable, scannable print - quality thermal stock that produces crisp barcodes first time, every time.
- Expert help - not sure which label or core suits your printer or carrier? Our team can match it for you.
Frequently asked questions
What are freight labels?
Freight labels are self-adhesive thermal labels used to address, barcode and track parcels and pallets in transit. They are printed on a thermal label printer and applied to cartons, satchels and consignments for shipping with couriers and freight carriers.
What size are shipping and freight labels?
The standard Australian shipping label is 100mm x 150mm, also known as 4 x 6 inch, used by Australia Post, StarTrack and most couriers. We also stock other sizes such as 100 x 100mm cartons and larger pallet labels.
What label size does Australia Post use?
Australia Post eParcel and MyPost Business labels print on the standard 100mm x 150mm (4 x 6) thermal label. Our Australia Post compatible labels work directly with eParcel and MyPost.
Do I need direct thermal or thermal transfer shipping labels?
For shipping and courier labels, direct thermal is the usual choice because it needs no ribbon and suits labels used within a few months. Choose thermal transfer with a ribbon when you need a permanent, fade-resistant print.
Can I print shipping labels at home?
Yes. A desktop direct thermal printer (such as a Zebra, Dymo, Rollo or MUNBYN 4x6 printer) prints shipping labels at home or in the office with no ink or toner, just the thermal labels themselves.
What printer do I need for 4x6 labels?
Any direct thermal label printer that accepts 4x6 (100 x 150mm) media. Desktop models such as Zebra ZD420, GK420d, Dymo, Rollo and MUNBYN take a 25mm core, while industrial printers use a 76mm core for larger rolls.
Can I buy shipping labels in bulk?
Yes. Most freight labels are available by the roll, in multi-roll packs and by the carton, with better pricing at higher volumes. Contact us for wholesale quantities.
Are these official carrier-branded labels?
No. They are unbranded thermal labels compatible with each carrier's services, not official carrier-branded stock, and a more cost-effective way to print your shipping and consignment labels.
From single rolls for a home-based online store to bulk cartons for high-volume warehouses and 3PL providers, Label Warehouse keeps Australian parcels moving with reliable thermal shipping, freight and courier labels. Whether you are printing Australia Post eParcel labels on a desktop Zebra, running 4x6 consignment labels through an industrial printer, or labelling outdoor freight with waterproof stock, you will find the right size, core and roll count to suit your carrier and label printer. Not sure which label is right for you? Call our team on 1300 198 684 or order your shipping labels online today for fast delivery Australia-wide.