BUNINYONG CHRISTMAS VILLAGE MARKET 6TH DECEMBER FROM 1PM TO 5PM
Choosing the Right Payment System
Square
Square
Square
A popular, easy-to-use option with affordable readers.
Why stallholders like it:
- Quick setup
- Connects to your phone
- Fast payout times
- Free app with product listings & sales tracking
Zellar
Square
Square
A reliable all-in-one EFTPOS terminal.
Features include:
- No lock-in contract
- Competitive transaction fees
- Standalone device (no phone needed)
- Next-business-day payouts
CASH HANDLING TIPS
While most customers prefer cashless payments, it’s still useful to have a small cash float available for those who use notes and coins.
Recommended Float Breakdown
Approx. $247 total
- $50 – 1 × $50 note
- $60 – 3 × $20 notes
- $50 – 5 × $10 notes
- $50 – 10 × $5 notes
- $20 – 10 × $2 coins
- $10 – 10 × $1 coins
- $5 – 10 × 50c coins
- $2 – 10 × 20c coins
- $1 – 10 × 10c coins
- $0.50 – 10 × 5c coins
Security Tips
- Keep cash in a secure apron, lockable cash tin, or zipped bag.
- Avoid leaving large amounts of cash visible on your table.
- Reconcile your cash and EFTPOS sales at the end of the day.
Before Market Day: Payment Checklist
Make sure you’re ready to trade the moment the market opens:
- Charge your Square/Zeller/PayPal device fully
- Bring a charging bank or power pack
- Test your device the night before
- Ensure your phone hotspot or data is working
- Pre-load your products into your POS app
- Bring a small cash float
- Bring spare receipt paper (if applicable)
Product Pricing Essentials
Clear, simple pricing helps customers make faster decisions.
Tips for pricing your products:
- Display prices clearly on each item or group
- Consider a range of price points to suit all budgets
- Bundle items to increase value (e.g., 2 for $25)
- Offer a “market special” to attract attention
- Position your hero product at eye level
Business Tools That Help Your Stall Stand Out
Enhance your stall’s professionalism with a few simple resources:
Useful ideas:
- Business cards with QR codes
- Table signage or banners
- Custom branded marquee
- A simple price board
- QR code to follow you on Instagram/Facebook
- Portable receipt options (if selling high-value goods)
Record Keeping & Tracking
Good basic record keeping helps with:
- Stock management
- Understanding your best-selling items
- Tax time
- Planning future markets
Consider tracking:
- Sales per product
- Payment method breakdown
- Customer questions or feedback
- Stock levels before and after the market
Professional Stallholder Conduct
Friendly, polite interaction boosts sales more than most people realise.
A few tips:
- Greet customers with a warm smile
- Be confident talking about your products
- Stand up when customers approach (if possible)
- Keep your table tidy
- Avoid being on your phone during busy times
Marketing Your Business at the Market
Having easy ways for people to follow your business helps long-term growth.
Ideas to boost your visibility:
- Display a QR code for social media
- Bring flyers or mini cards
- Encourage customers to tag you in their photos
- Share your market-day setup on Instagram