Tony - I just tidied up the quote on your post.

Mike Pacak simply NEVER answers emails. I don't know how the guy does business.

The overpriced shipping from some sellers is simply that - Overpricing. They like to make a "cut" on shipping to Australia and they often make it sound harder than it really is so they can justify overcharging.

CPR charge US$115 per box via UPS. No handling "fees" for packing a second or third glass. It's usually a 7 day wait and you can track you package on the UPS website. You cannot beat that service.