Bike courier for city deliveries

Law firms, accountants, medical practices, design studios, florists, cafes and small retailers needing same-day local delivery.

A fee per delivery, often based on distance or zones, plus extra for urgent jobs. Regular clients can be put on a monthly account.

• Good fitness and confident riding
• Knowing the local streets and bike routes
• Reliable and polite with clients
• Time management

• Public liability insurance, and check what personal accident cover you have since you are exposed on the road
• Road safety, wet weather and heat, so plan your hours and gear carefully
• Check state or local rules on e-bike power limits and where you can ride
• Theft of bikes and parcels, so use good locks and avoid leaving items unattended
• Register for GST once turnover reaches the threshold

Startup costs are typically around $500 to $4,000, depending on whether you use a bike or e-bike and what gear, locks and insurance you choose. These are estimates only. Check what public liability and personal accident cover you need.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $4,500, depending on how many hours you ride and how many regular clients you win. These are estimates, not guarantees. Plan for around 12 hours a week at minimum.

Check state or local rules on e-bike power limits and where you can ride. Also check public liability and personal accident cover, plan for road safety, wet weather and heat, and register for GST once turnover reaches the threshold.