Start an online darts shop in Australia

Social and league players, pubs, clubs and RSLs, and parents buying for home game rooms.

Profit on the markup between wholesale and retail prices, with extra from bundles such as starter sets and from regular repeat sales of flights and shafts.

• Knowing darts gear and what players need
• Basic online store setup
• Organised with stock and posting orders

• Check whether running a home-based business needs approval from your local council
• Public liability and product liability insurance, since darts have sharp points
• Check Australian Consumer Law obligations on refunds, warranties and product descriptions
• If importing directly, check customs, GST and any restrictions with the Australian Border Force
• Check your trade account terms for rules on brand names and online pricing
• Register an ABN and check when you need to register for GST

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on how much stock you buy and how you set up your store and storage. Treat this as an estimate and price your own stock list before committing.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $1,000 to $8,000, depending on your range, pricing and how many players, pubs and clubs you reach. That is revenue, not profit, so your costs come out of it. Expect to start at around 10 hours a week.

Check whether a home-based business needs local council approval, and look into public liability and product liability insurance because darts have sharp points. Also check Australian Consumer Law on refunds and warranties, import and GST rules, and ABN registration.