The West Hobart community is facing a significant loss with the proposed centralization of postal services to North Hobart. The West Hobart post office is more than just a place to send and receive mail—it's a hub of connection and convenience for residents who value its accessibility and contribution to the local community.

Relocating services to North Hobart not only inconveniences local residents but also increases traffic impact due to additional car trips.

Many residents, who rely on walking to the post office and appreciate its locality, will face inconvenience, especially since parking in North Hobart is already constrained. The relocation overlooks the needs of those who benefit from a pedestrian-friendly option.

Furthermore, the West Hobart post office supports nearby businesses as community members often pair their postal errands with local shopping. Removing this service threatens the local economy by reducing foot traffic and impacting small, independent businesses reliant on customers brought in by the post office.

We urge Australia Post to reconsider this decision and to maintain the West Hobart postal services to preserve the convenience and vibrancy of our community. By doing so, Australia Post will continue to support not just postal customers, but also the environmental and economic wellbeing of West Hobart and its beloved local businesses.

Please sign this petition to demonstrate our community's unified support for maintaining postal services in West Hobart.