Emporium vendors
We invite you to showcase your merchandise as a stallholder with the Social Bean Café and Emporium.
The Emporium will offer a diverse range of products, including handmade crafts, unique gifts and artwork. It's not just a place to eat or shop but a hub for fostering connections, supporting local entrepreneurs, and contributing to community development.
Products must meet our overall vision and be professionally presented.
Leasing requirements
Stall holders lease by the month for a minimum of four months. A total of 40 sites are available and will be released over our first six months of business.
You can select from a range of stall sizes, including:
- 2 x 1m: $216/month
- 3 x 1m: $303/month
- Wall space products: $216/month
- Wall space artworks: 12-15% commission
- Lockable displays: $90/$120/month.
* Lease fees include GST.
We will work with you to display your items in the best way for the Emporium, including the offer of some furniture and display items where suitable/available.
Your lease fees go to the management of the Emporium. You will be required to visit around once a week or as necessary to re-stock. We are unable to store re-stock items on a regular basis.
You must hold public liability insurance and have an ABN (can be a sole trader) to hold a stall.
Frequently asked questions
When will the Emporium be open?
Emporium hours are Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm, with the intention to expand over the coming months.
What are the stall sites like?
We have a large foyer area with many available sites. Please see the floor plan and site details in the Vendor lease agreement.
You will be allocated a stall space within the foyer or can nominate for a specific space, depending on your product and needs. We encourage you to take the creative lead to set it up and provide a stock list. We will take photos of your setup to it should remain. We then maintain it for you. All you need to drop in to re-stock as required.
How will you track my prices and sales?
All your items will be labelled with your stall number and price. There is a central cash register at both our reception and café where all payments are made. At the end of the month, we will process your sales into your nominated bank account.
What display equipment is available for me to use?
We have some shelving, tables, lockable display cabinets that are available for use. Or you can provide your own. You can see examples of what we have in the photos in the Vendor lease agreement.
How will the Emporium be staffed?
We have four to five staff who work within the Café & Emporium and additional volunteers to support the running of the stalls.
How will I pay for my lease?
You will be invoiced around the 15th of the month for the following month's lease. This must be paid prior to the 1st of the month to ensure products are on display.
