Wholesale Sourcing from China to Australia: The 2026 Guide For Retailers

For years, I've watched smart Australian businesses play it safe. They order from local importers or Sydney/Melbourne wholesalers because it's easy and predictable.It's also quietly destroying their margins.I talk to established Australian businesses every week—retailers, distributors, manufacturers—and they're all worried about importing from China: getting scammed, containers delayed at Sydney or Melbourne ports, DAFF biosecurity issues, communication nightmares, and quality problems.

White Label vs Private Label vs Product Development: Which Sourcing Model Fits Your Brand?

If you’re planning to launch a product-based business or grow your existing brand, understanding how to source your products is key. Whether you’re selling online, in retail stores, or through distributors, your sourcing model shapes everything — from cost and time to market, to how unique your brand feels to customers.

Planning Your First (or Best) Canton Fair Visit? Start Here

If you want to start importing from China or grow your existing product range, there is one event that should be at the top of your list: the Canton Fair in Guangzhou. Officially called the China Import and Export Fair, this biannual event is the largest trade exhibition in the world. Each session attracts more than 25,000 exhibitors and hundreds of thousands of buyers from across the globe.

How Much Do Sourcing Agents Cost?

When Australian small businesses look at importing from China or importing from Vietnam and realise that trying to source from Alibaba on their own is too much work and too risky, one of the first questions is: “How much does a sourcing agent cost?” The answer depends on who you deal with and what you need.

How to Find Legitimate and Verified Alibaba Suppliers for Australian Importers

Australian business owners looking to source products from China, often find that navigating the behemoth that is Alibaba can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. With over 200,000 suppliers on the platform, finding legitimate, verified manufacturers while avoiding costly mistakes requires a strategic approach, especially when you’re dealing with Australian import regulations, customs requirements and unique market demands.

The Complete eCommerce Product Sourcing Guide for Australian Businesses in 2025

The Australian eCommerce landscape is experiencing unprecedented growth, with online retail sales hitting a record $69 billion in 2024 and over 17.08 million Australian shoppers now purchasing online monthly. For ambitious Australian entrepreneurs looking to capitalize on this boom, strategic product sourcing from Asia—particularly China and Vietnam—has become essential for building profitable online businesses.

How to make the most of the Canton Fair 2025 - and not look like a noob!

Ultimate Guide to Importing Products from China for Australian Businesses

Are you considering importing products from China to boost your Australian business? It's an inviting avenue to diversify your offerings and enhance profitability. At our core, we facilitate small and medium-sized businesses, including e-commerce entrepreneurs and retailers, to navigate the complexities of global supply chains, especially those extending to China.

Sourcing Clothing from Asia: Key Strategies for E-Commerce Entrepreneurs

The global fashion industry is constantly evolving, and amid a rapidly expanding e-commerce landscape, small and medium-sized businesses in Australia have the opportunity to tap into lucrative markets by sourcing clothing from manufacturers in prominent production hubs across Asia.

A Comprehensive Guide to Ethical Sourcing for Australian SMEs

For small and medium-sized business owners, e-commerce entrepreneurs, and retailers, ensuring that their products are sourced ethically and sustainably is not only vital from a corporate social responsibility (CSR) standpoint but is essential for maintaining a competitive edge and meeting the evolving expectations of consumers.