Love people? Highly organised? Ready to run your own store this Christmas?

We’re looking for a motivated owner-operator to run our Calendar Club pop-up store in Mackay or Townsville during the 2026 Christmas season.

Calendar Club is a trusted seasonal retail brand that has been in continuous business for 32 years. In 2025, our licensees earned an average of $2,500 per week.

No retail experience is necessary. We provide the store, stock, systems, training and ongoing support—you bring the energy, organisation and drive to make it a success.

Limited store opportunities are available in Mackay and Townsville.

A seasonal opportunity with serious potential

For approximately 6–8 weeks across November and December, you’ll take charge of your own Calendar Club pop-up store.

You’ll lead a small team, connect with customers and manage the day-to-day operation of a busy Christmas retail business. It’s fast-paced, rewarding and a great way to gain practical business and leadership experience while earning strong seasonal income.

As a self-employed owner-operator, you will be responsible for recruiting, employing, rostering and paying your own casual staff.

What you’ll receive

- Typical operator earnings of $2,500 per week

- All stock, equipment and operating systems provided

- Comprehensive training—no retail experience required

- Support from an experienced head office and field team

- Australia’s largest and most exciting calendar range

- The backing of a trusted brand with 32 years in continuous business





- The prospect to run your own business without a year-round commitment

What you’ll be doing

- Creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for customers

- Driving sales and managing store performance

- Recruiting, employing, training and leading your own casual team

- Preparing staff rosters and paying your team’s wages

- Keeping the store organised, well stocked and looking fantastic

- Managing stock and daily store operations

You could be perfect for this if you

- Genuinely enjoy meeting and helping people

- Are organised, reliable and comfortable taking responsibility

- Bring energy, initiative and a positive attitude

- Can confidently recruit and lead a small team

- Have a driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle

- Are available for 6–8 weeks across November and December

Retail, customer service or leadership experience is welcome—but it’s not essential. We’re more interested in your attitude, people skills and willingness to learn.

Don’t miss your chance

Store opportunities are limited, and locations will be allocated as suitable operators are confirmed.

Apply now and we will invite you to attend a short 7-minute webinar explaining more about what it’s like to run a Calendar Club Store and how we will support you.

Learn more at calendarclub.com.au/be-your-own-boss.

This is a short-term self-employment opportunity, not a salaried employment position. Earnings vary according to store performance and operating circumstances.

📌 Earn $2.5K p/w | Seasonal Store Owner-Operator | Mackay or Townsville
🏢 Calendar Club
📍 Townsville