You do not have to start using your domain name immediately. The choice is yours as to when to start using your domain. Having this ability is another good reason why Australian businesses should register the .com.au and .com equivalent of their  business names, brands and products as soon as possible - to prevent other parties from doing so!

Other related questions:

I want to register a domain name but do not require email services or web hosting at the present time, is that ok? 

Absolutely. You are under no obligation to purchase email services or web hosting from us when registering your domain names. When it comes time for you needing these services, we certainly hope you'll considering utilising our email hosting or web site hosting solutions. We provide an excellent range of features, superb reliability and support. Domain Registration Services have been proudly hosting of thousands of Australian businesses and individuals' Internet sites since 1998!

  
 
If I register my domain name with you, can I host my website with another web hosting company ?

Yes, you have full control over your domain name as it will be registered to you/your business. Our web hosting packages are very competitive, but you are free to host your domain name with any company you choose. If you do decide to host elsewhere, we will delegate (point) your domain name to your web host's name servers at no additional cost.

Domain Registration Services offers very affordable email & website hosting plans: