I Don’t Want to Use My Home Address for Mail — Here’s a Private Alternative in Brisbane

If you’ve ever typed something like:

• “How can I receive mail without using my home address?”
• “Is there a PO Box alternative near me?”
• “I need a mailing address in Brisbane but not for a business”

— you’re exactly who this blog is for.

Whether you’re between homes, travelling, or just value your privacy, Salt Space Coworking in New Farm offers a Personal Mailing Address service that gives you a secure, central Brisbane address for your personal letters and parcels — without needing a business, PO Box, or long-term contract.

Why You Might Not Want to Use Your Home Address

People use our personal mailing address service for all kinds of everyday reasons:

• You live in a share house or apartment with unreliable mail access
• You’re moving house, renting short-term, or relocating
• You want to keep your home address private for online shopping
• You receive sensitive documents and want them held securely
• You’re caring for someone and managing their mail
• You’re travelling or overseas and need a stable address

Types of Mailbox Rentals

1. Virtual Office Mailbox

• Offered by coworking spaces like Salt Space (New Farm, Brisbane).
• Gives you a real street address — perfect for Google Business, ASIC, ABN registration, and receiving mail.
• Mail is held for pickup or can often be forwarded.

1. Australia Post PO Box

• Offered at post offices.
• Suitable for personal or business mail.
• Doesn’t give you a physical street address — can’t be used for Google Business or ASIC.

1. Private Mailbox Providers (e.g. Pack & Send, Mail Boxes, Salt Space Etc.)

• Offers street addresses.
• May include mail forwarding, SMS/email notifications, and parcel receiving.

Salt Space Coworking Personal Mailing Address Option

If you’re in New Farm, Teneriffe, or Fortitude Valley, Salt Space offers a personal mailing address service ideal for:

• Online sellers needing a secure address
• Those in temporary accommodation
• People who don’t want to share their home address
• Travelers needing a consistent address
• Receiving government or private mail confidentially

📎 Set up in under 1min with our online form.

Is There a Way to Get a Mailing Address Without a PO Box?

Yes — and even better, it’s not just for businesses.

Salt Space Coworking in New Farm offers a personal mailing address service designed for individuals who simply want a secure, real street address to receive their mail.

What You Get:

• ✅ A real street address in New Farm — not a PO Box
• ✅ The ability to receive letters and parcels securely
• ✅ Collection available during reception hours
• ✅ Optional mail forwarding (at cost)
• ✅ All for $25 per month

No lock-ins. No virtual office needed. No business requirements.

This is perfect if you’re just an everyday person who values privacy, flexibility, and control.

Better Than a PO Box?

PO Boxes are useful, but they come with limitations:

❌ Not a street address (so many services won’t deliver to them)

❌ Can’t receive couriers like Australia Post, DHL or Sendle

❌ Must visit a post office to collect

❌ Often have long waitlists in popular areas

Salt Space gives you a walkable New Farm address that accepts all mail types — and we’ll even hold parcels for you until you can collect.

What You Get with Salt Space’s Personal Mailing Address

Here’s what’s included for just $25 per month:

You’ll get your own address like this:

[Your Name]
Level 1, 888 Brunswick Street
New Farm, QLD 4005

What’s Not Included

We like to keep things clear — here’s what’s not part of your subscription:

• Business registrations (ABN, ASIC, Google Business listings)
• Receiving oversized packages without notice (over 50cm x 50cm x 50cm)
• Bulk deliveries, pallets, or freight
• Outgoing mail or returns handling
• Ongoing storage beyond 1 month (unless arranged)

If you need a business mailing address, check out our Virtual Office Membership.

Real Questions You Might Be Asking

“Can I use it for personal mail only?”

Yes — this service is made just for personal use. No ABN, website, or business registration needed.

“Can I use it temporarily?”

Absolutely. Month-to-month billing means you’re not locked in.

“What happens when I get mail?”

We’ll receive it securely and let you know it’s ready to collect — or forward it if requested.

“What does it cost?”

Just $25/month. That’s it. No hidden fees or complicated packages.

Location

You’ll find us in New Farm, just minutes from Teneriffe, Fortitude Valley, and Brisbane CBD.

It’s easy to collect your mail in person — no waiting in post office queues, and no awkward deliveries to your building’s lobby or reception desk.

How Easy Is It to Set Up — Compared to a PO Box or Private Mailbox?

1. Salt Space Personal Mailing Address – New Farm

✅ Setup Steps:

1. Use our online form to set up (1min to fill out)
2. Pay invoice
3. We send your our permission to use address document

You’re all set to recieve your mail!

🕒 Time to Setup: Same day
💰 Cost: $25/month, no setup fee, no lock-in contract.

2. Australia Post PO Box (Inner Brisbane)

⏳ Setup Steps:

1. Sign up via MyPost or in person.
2. Verify ID (driver’s licence, etc.).
3. Pay establishment (~$20) plus pro-rata annual fee.

💰 Cost (example):

• Small PO Box: $240/year ($20/month) + $20 setup fee 

📦 Limitations:

• Not a street address (must be PO Box format).
• Limited courier parcel access unless upgrading to “PO Box Plus” (extra fees apply)
• Must physically collect during Post Office hours.

Private Mailbox Providers (MBE, PACK & SEND)

Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE)

• Offers physical street addresses and courier parcel handling.
• Typical “virtual mailbox” plans in Brisbane start around A$23–$39/month, plus per-scan and forwarding fees.
• Setup straightforward – ID verification and plan selection online or in-store.

PACK & SEND

• Real street address in Brisbane, secure locker access (some 24/7)
• Prices not publicly listed, but typically range from ~A$30–$50/month based on location and services.

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Ready to Stop Using Your Home Address?

This is the service you didn’t know you needed — until now.

For just $25 a month, you can finally:

• Keep your home address private
• Stop worrying about missed parcels
• Enjoy secure mail handling — without needing a business