Are you the sort of person that re-purposes childhood toys to turn them into robots that can deliver you a cup of tea? If so, you probably already spend most of your time in Jaycar so you don't need me to tell you that every Jaycar is a mecca for anyone that likes to make their own electronics, or just muck about with them. They also have a whole lot of electronic devices for people who just want cool things like a mini solar panel for charging an outdoor water pump.
The staff are usually pretty helpful, and on occasion have rung around other stores for me to see if they have items in stock if they're not at that store.
Unfortunately Jaycar also has a section of "woman's electronics" where everything is pink and glittery. Because, you know, woman only like things if they're pink and glittery. Star off for that. read more