$6.8bn
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Government initiatives at the state and federal levels have played a significant role in driving Australians outdoors and promoting physical activity. Programs like Active Victoria 2022-2026 and the Federal Government's Sport 2030 initiative have targeted diverse demographics to foster a culture of health and wellbeing. Despite these positive movements, factors like safety concerns in contact sports and alternative digital entertainment’s allure have posed challenges for retailers.
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 2.9 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated $6.8bn in 2024.
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue ($m)
2025 |
---|---|---|
Super Retail | 2,130.0 | |
Spotlight | 695.0 | |
Kathmandu | 500.0 |
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Industry revenue is measured across several distinct product and services lines, including Gym and fitness equipment , Camping equipment and Fishing equipment. Gym and fitness equipment is the largest segment of the Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing in Australia.
Cost and competition are eroding demand for water sport, snow sport and skating equipment
Industry retailers sell sporting goods and camping equipment. These products are sourced from domestic and international suppliers and then sold to consumers or business clients either in stores or online. Businesses that operate under a franchise model are included in the industry.
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ANZSIC 4241 - Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing in Australia
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Government initiatives are boosting sport participation in Australia. Programs like Active Victoria 2022-2026 are designed to promote healthy lifestyles across varied demogra...
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Sport and camping equipment retailers sell a plethora of products ranging from camping and fishing equipment to gym and fitness equipment. Trends in discretionary income and ...
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Population demographics are a key factor behind sport and camping equipment retailers’ locations. That’s why New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland account for the majority...
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Key areas of internal competition for sport and camping equipment retailers are price, product range, customer service and reputation. Understanding their target market helps...
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Super Retail Group, Spotlight Group and KMD Brands are dominant sport and camping equipment retailers. Outside of these businesses, smaller retailers include SportsPower, Cam...
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State and territory governments regulate store trading hours. While some states enjoy full deregulation, others are subject to strict restrictions.
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Cost structures vary among sport and camping equipment retailers. Differences in size of operations and product range can influence a business’s individual cost structure.
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The market size of the Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing industry in Australia is $6.8bn in 2024.
There are 3,932 businesses in the Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing industry in Australia, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
The market size of the Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing industry in Australia has been growing at a CAGR of 2.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
Over the next five years, the Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing industry in Australia is expected to grow.
The biggest companies operating in the Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing market in Australia are Super Retail, Spotlight and Kathmandu
Water sport, snow sport and skating equipment and Gym and fitness equipment are part of the Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing industry.
The company holding the most market share in Australia is Super Retail.
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Sport and Camping Equipment Retailing industry in Australia.