Davo, I have sent two skis to NSW in the last 7 months with no dramas...cost effectively too.
I wrap with three layers of bubble wrap, a layer of cardboard and then heat shrink.
Send Depot to Depot don't get it picked up or delivered the least times the freight company handles the ski the better.
If you want more info...send me your mobile and I'll give you the full rundown.
Previous craft: Affinity, Endorfinn, Multisport, Epic V8, V10sport, V10, V12, Fenn Swordfish, Spirit PRS Elite; Stellar S18S, SR, SE, SEL, S2E, S2EL
Current Skis:
Huki S1-R
Stellar S18S - Excel
Stellar SR - Ultra
Skis on order: None!