Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Secret Headquarters located?
Secret Headquarters is based in Melbourne, Victoria and currently operates every Sunday at Berwick’s Akoonah Park Market. We proudly serve the local comic book and pop culture community across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs.
Is Secret Headquarters a family-owned comic shop?
Yes! Secret Headquarters is a family-owned and operated comic book and collectables business, founded in 2012 and built on a love of reading, storytelling, and community.
What does Secret Headquarters sell?
We stock a wide range of Comic Books, Graphic Novels, Manga, Young Adult books, and pop culture collectables, including statues, toys, vintage items, comic supplies, and fandom merchandise.
Do you sell comics every week?
Yes — you can find Secret Headquarters every Sunday at Berwick’s Akoonah Park Market, where we have a rotating selection of comics, books, and collectables for readers and collectors of all ages. We have new American comics added every week, with Marvel, Boom, Dark Horse and IDW arriving fortnightly and DC & Image arriving weekly
Do you support local creators and artists?
Absolutely. Supporting the creative community is a big part of who we are. We regularly promote and collaborate with local artists, writers, and creators, and have hosted creator-focused events alongside major comic celebrations.
What kind of events has Secret Headquarters run?
Over the years, we’ve hosted and supported popular comic and pop culture events such as Free Comic Book Day, Halloween ComicFest, movie premiere nights, and community-focused gatherings celebrating nerd culture.
Is Secret Headquarters an inclusive community?
Yes. Secret Headquarters is an inclusive, love-driven community that welcomes everyone — regardless of age, background, or fandom. If you love reading, comics, or all things nerdy, you belong here.
Do you still have a physical store?
We closed our Beaconsfield brick-and-mortar store in May 2024. Today, we’ve returned to our roots and operate weekly at Berwick’s Akoonah Park Market, where Secret Headquarters first began.
Are Secret Headquarters comics suitable for kids and young readers?
Yes! We carry a great range of kids’ comics, Young Adult books, and family-friendly titles, and we’re always happy to help parents and young readers find something they’ll love.
How long has Secret Headquarters been in business?
Secret Headquarters has been part of the Melbourne comic community since 2012, making us one of the longer-running independent comic and collectables businesses in the area.
Why shop at Secret Headquarters?
We’re more than just a comic shop. Secret Headquarters offers a personal, community-focused experience, expert recommendations, and a welcoming space for comic fans, readers, collectors, and families.
