Organic and eco goods shop

Environmentally minded locals, families, people with dietary needs and shoppers who want a trusted local source for organic goods.

Retail margin on products sold, plus extras like refill stations, gift packs and regular customer orders. Higher volume lines and own-brand items can improve margins.

• Choosing and buying stock
• Customer service
• Basic bookkeeping and stock control
• Product knowledge about organic and eco labels

• Food businesses usually need to register with the local council, check the rules for packaged and fresh food
• Claims like 'organic' on labels can be regulated, check what certification you need for what you say
• Public liability insurance and stock insurance
• Lease commitments and rent, which can be a big fixed cost
• Short shelf life on fresh stock can lead to waste
• Register for an ABN and check when GST registration applies

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $25,000 to $100,000, depending on shop size, fit-out, opening stock and lease terms. Rent is a big fixed cost, so check commitments carefully before signing.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $12,000 to $50,000, depending on location, range, pricing and customer base. These are estimates only, and stock, rent and wages come out of revenue.

Check council food business registration for packaged and fresh food, what certification you need before using claims like 'organic' on labels, public liability and stock insurance, lease commitments, and ABN and GST registration requirements.