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Examples of Out of Office Automatic Replies

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In order to make the best use of your time, we've prepared a number of out of office reply messages you can use as a starting point when creating your own.  Please feel free to use the below as templates when crafting your message.


Examples

Annual Leave

Cut and paste the below, making modifications where required:


Thank you for your email.

I'm currently out of the office on Annual Leave, returning <DAY> <MONTH> <YEAR> and will respond to your message on my return.

If your message is urgent, I can be reached via mobile on 0430 xxx xxx or please contact <MANAGER / ASSISTANT / TEAM> on 0410 xxx xxx.

Have a great day.

PLEASE NOTE: Your email won't be forwarded.



Festive Season

Cut and paste the below, making modifications where required:


Thank you for your email.

We are currently closed for the festive season from <DAY> <MONTH> <YEAR> to <DAY> <MONTH> <YEAR>.  I will respond to your message on my return.

If your message is urgent, I can be reached via mobile on 0430 xxx xxx or please contact <MANAGER / ASSISTANT / TEAM> on 0410 xxx xxx.

We wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday and look forward to hearing from you in the new year.

PLEASE NOTE: Your email won't be forwarded.



Helpdesk or Customer Service

Cut and paste the below, making modifications where required:


Thank you for your email.

I'm currently out of the office on Annual Leave, returning <DAY> <MONTH> <YEAR> and will respond to your message on my return.

If you require <technical/sales/etc> assistance please contact the Help Desk via <support email> or on 1300 xxx xxx.

Have a great day.

PLEASE NOTE: Your email won't be forwarded.



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