Back to School Deals in Australia
Stationery, school bags, shoes, uniforms and laptops – sale dates and the best deals
When Is Back to School? Countdown
Back to School is expected to start on Saturday 2 January 2027. Many retailers start their deals earlier.
- Back to school sales usually startSat 26 Dec 2026
- Most school terms startWed 27 Jan 2027
- Sales usually wind downSun 7 Feb 2027
Dates are calculated automatically in Sydney time (AEST/AEDT) and follow the usual pattern of recent years; the official dates are confirmed closer to the event. Retailers set their own start and end dates.
Latest Deals While You Wait for Back to School
Back to School deals will appear here automatically as soon as they are posted. Until then, here are the newest deals from Officeworks, Kmart, BIG W, Target, JB Hi-Fi, Amazon and more.
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@ Liquorland via Coles Online (Excl. QLD, TAS, NT)
Jim Beam Black Bourbon 700ml $42.40 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ $250+)
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@ Liquorland via Coles Online (Excl. QLD, TAS, NT)
Talisker 10YO Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml $73.60 + Delivery ($0 C&C)
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@ Liquorland via Coles Online (Excl QLD, TAS, NT)
Glenmorangie 12yo Twin Glass Pack 700ml $59.20, 12yo $60 + Del ($0 C&C/ $250+)
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@ Liquorland via Coles Online (Exc QLD, TAS, NT)
Dalwhinnie 15 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml $76 + Delivery ($0 C&C)
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Deals may have ended, be targeted to some customers or limited to some states. Always check the price in store or online before you buy.
Back to School Deals by Store
Open a store page for its latest deals, catalogue dates and official website.
- OfficeworksBack to School deals →
- KmartBack to School deals →
- BIG WBack to School deals →
- TargetBack to School deals →
- JB Hi-FiBack to School deals →
- AmazonBack to School deals →
- Rebel SportBack to School deals →
- Cotton OnBack to School deals →
- ALDIBack to School deals →
- WoolworthsBack to School deals →
- ColesBack to School deals →
Getting Ready for the School Year
The Australian school year starts in late January or early February, depending on the state. In the weeks after Christmas, retailers launch big back to school ranges and sales covering stationery, school bags, lunch boxes, drink bottles, school shoes, uniforms, calculators, laptops and tablets. Shopping early gives you the best choice of sizes and stock.
Where to shop
- Stationery and book lists – Officeworks is the go-to store for school book lists, with a long-standing price beat policy.
- Bags, lunch boxes and basics – Kmart, BIG W and Target have large, low-priced ranges.
- School shoes and sportswear – check Rebel, Target and BIG W.
- Laptops and tablets – compare JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks and Amazon, and check your school’s device list first.
- Lunch box food – see the half price specials at Coles and Woolworths and ALDI Special Buys.
Back to School Money-Saving Tips
- Check what you already have. Reuse bags, drink bottles and stationery from last year where possible.
- Buy school shoes early. Popular sizes sell out in the last week before school starts.
- Label everything. Lost items are one of the biggest hidden costs of the school year.
- Look for government support. Some states offer back to school payments or vouchers; check your state government website.
Back to School Deals in Australia – Questions & Answers
When do back to school sales start?
Back to school sales usually start straight after Christmas and run through January, finishing around the start of the school year in late January or early February. School term dates differ between states, so check your state education department for the exact first day.
Where are the best back to school deals?
Officeworks, Kmart, BIG W and Target run large back to school ranges, while JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks and Amazon discount laptops and tablets. Supermarkets such as ALDI, Coles and Woolworths sell lunch boxes and stationery at low prices.
When should I buy a school laptop?
Check your school's device requirements first. Laptop deals often appear in January and again during the EOFY sales in June, and education pricing may be available from some brands.
Where do the deals on this page come from?
Deals are posted by the OzBargain shopping community and refreshed every few hours. Some may have ended or be limited to some states, so always check the price with the retailer before you buy.