Get set for your best Black Friday

Your ultimate checklist for the year's biggest shopping event - coming soon to our website, the My Telstra app and your local Telstra store.

04 November 2025 · 2 minute read

Your Black Friday checklist

Get set to shop like a pro

Black Friday is our biggest shopping event of the year - and we have a bunch of great tips so you're ready for action when it rolls around soon.

Click on any link below to jump to the section so you can learn more.  

Why do we call it Black Friday?

It started in 1950s Philadelphia, when police used the term to describe the chaos of post-Thanksgiving shopping and traffic. Retailers later flipped the meaning and now it marks the day businesses go 'into the black' with booming sales. In 2025, Black Friday is your opportunity to start Christmas shopping and stock up on the tech (you've been eyeing off all year) at bargain prices. 

 

What tech goodies will I find in the Black Friday Sale? 

Black Friday Sale has something for everyone. And while we can't reveal the deals (yet), we can let you know that you'll find all the tech you love from the biggest and best names in the business, including Apple, Google, Samsung and Sprout. Expect to find: 

  • mobile phone deals
  • mobile broadband deals
  • pre-paid deals 
  • home internet deals 
  • entertainment deals 
  • wearables (like smartwatches) deals
  • audio (buds & headphones + wireless speakers) deals 
  • tech accessories deals. 

 

Ways to shop our Black Friday Sale  

You'll find all the same offers in-store, online and in the My Telstra app, so it's entirely up to how you prefer to shop! But here are a few tips, depending on which method you prefer: 

Shop on our website or from the My Telstra app, 24/7 

Browse all the best Black Friday bargains, including devices, accessories and smart home tech from the comfort of the My Telstra app or our website. These methods offer quick and secure ways to pay and delivery is free.   

If you choose the My Telstra app, be sure to sign in (or sign up) ahead of time to make sure your personal details are up to date, that you've chosen a payment method that suits you and you opt in to Black Friday messages so you don't miss a thing! 

Delivery is free 

Depending on where you live and stock availability, it can take between 3 - 7 business days. We usually process your order within 24 hours after you buy online. You’ll receive an email when your order leaves our warehouse, which will include a link and reference number to track your delivery. For some items, you can track your order online. 

Learn about online orders and deliveries

Shop in-store for a more personalised experience

If you prefer an in-store experience, we recommend finding out where your local Telstra store is before Black Friday Sale starts. If you're shopping for a smartphone, you can check on our website first to see if it's in stock at your local store.

Also, at many Telstra stores, you can secure a place in the queue, via the My Telstra app and get an idea of the wait time before you arrive. We’ll SMS when it's your turn and we'll even hold your spot. 

Find your local Telstra store  

Call us 

Rather order over the phone? We're here for you. Just dial this number and we'll take your order! 

Call 13 22 00

 

Flexible ways to pay 

Pay now or pay later

You can pay now for your products in one payment - or pay later in interest-free repayments over 12 or 24 months, when you add them to a mobile or data plan. You can even add selected accessories to your bill and pay them off as you go. If you leave Telstra, simply pay out your device and any accessories you've added.

Trade-in for credit

Got an old phone or device collecting dust? Check out our trade-in program. We'll assess it - and if it's approved, we'll credit your Telstra bill which you can then put towards something newer. 

Try the Telstra Trade-In Trick 

7 Day Price Match

When you buy a new phone or device from us, then see it advertised cheaper somewhere else, you can claim the difference in price. We'll need to see proof of the lower price and you'll need to make your claim within 7 days of receiving your device. 

How our 7 Day Price Match works      Read about flexible payments

 

Can I use my Telstra Plus points?

You bet! Black Friday + Telstra Plus = a match made in heaven. During Black Friday Sale, your Telstra Plus points work exactly the same as they would for anything else you'd buy from us. So when you buy a product that's on sale, you'll still earn 10 points for every $1 you spend. You can also use your accrued points towards something amazing in our Rewards store, because Telstra Plus will also have an amazing Black Friday Sale! 

Join Telstra Plus today, it's free     Read the ultimate guide to Telstra Plus

Eligibility criteria apply to join Telstra Plus. 

 

What if I need to return, replace or get a refund on a product? 

We always try to deliver to your expectations, however sometimes a product arrives faulty or damaged, the wrong colour/storage size, doesn’t work as promised or there could have been a payment mistake at checkout. For your peace of mind, you're protected under Australian Consumer Law via your consumer rights. This also applies to services.   

Shop online safely

You deserve a smooth online shopping experience, so we recommend you read this article for greater peace of mind.

Shop online safely & avoid scams

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Pre Black Friday deals

Can't wait for Black Friday? Right now, you'll find great deals on the latest phones, accessories, internet and plans.

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