Jaycar was founded in 1981. This happened when Gary Johnston purchased John Carr & Co Pty Ltd. Over 39 years, they have grown to become the household name for excellence and value in the electronic gadget retail business. Their tentacles have spread so vast, they run operations in New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, and even Canada.
In Australia alone, Jaycar has over 200 stores spread across 8 Australian states. With such a number, it is sure that the nearest Jaycar store to you is only around the corner. The opening hours of these stores vary depending on the location and the day of the week. Regardless, most shops open within the hours of 8 am and 7 pm. If you want more specific details for your location, check here.
Jaycar encourages innovation and creativity. To this end, they sell all the electronic products you can think of. They sell diodes, transistors, semiconductors, wires, drills, torches, CCTV cameras, batteries, etc. You probably get the gist now. There's much more than can be discussed here. For further information on their products, who they are, and what they stand for, visit jaycar.com.au.