Online ten-pin bowling gear store

League and club bowlers, keen social bowlers, parents buying for juniors, and small bowling centres topping up accessories.

Margin on each item sold. Accessories and shoes sell often, while balls are bigger tickets. Repeat customers and bulk orders from centres or leagues help steady income.

• Knowledge of bowling gear
• Online selling and photography
• Customer service and advice
• Stock and order tracking

• Brand distributor agreements and whether you can sell their products online
• Australian Consumer Law obligations on refunds, warranties and accurate product descriptions
• Tying up money in stock that sells slowly, so start small
• Check with your local council whether home-based business approval is needed if you store stock at home
• GST registration once your turnover reaches the threshold, and GST on imported goods

Startup costs are estimates, typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how much stock you buy, your website setup and storage. Starting small helps avoid money tied up in slow-selling stock.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on your product range, pricing and how well you reach league and club bowlers. Estimates start from about 10 hours a week.

Check brand distributor agreements and whether you can sell their products online. Review Australian Consumer Law obligations on refunds, warranties and product descriptions, council approval if you store stock at home, and GST registration.