Summary
Well-established family publisher with 20+ years in South East Queensland, combining respected print magazines with strong digital channels and loyal audiences.
Revenue
$450,000 pa
Rent
$0 pa
Expenses
$252,000 pa
Net Profit
$198,000 pa
Location Details
South East Queensland
Potential
Strong foundations with clear growth potential. Opportunities include expanding digital advertising, sponsored content, memberships, new regional editions, partnerships with education brands, and deeper monetisation of an already loyal audience and database.
Skills
Ideal for someone with experience in publishing, media or communications. Skills in content, client relationships, advertising sales, and basic digital management are helpful. Systems are established, making this suitable for both experienced operators and motivated buyers.
Hours
Flexible, busier around print deadlines. Requires low weekly hours for bookings, content coordination and admin.
Lease
No lease required. Fully home-based business operated from anywhere with internet access.
Employees
Currently has two employees for social media and admin/sales, but this can be adjusted based on the owner’s strengths.
Reason for Sale
Reluctant sale due to a change in personal circumstances. The business has strong foundations, consistent demand, and clear growth potential for a new owner with the time and energy to take it forward.
About the Business
Well-established, family-focused magazines and digital media with more than 20 years of trusted presence in South East Queensland. The business connects parents, schools, and family-focused organisations across the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Brisbane.
The business operates across both print and digital platforms, producing respected regional magazines alongside high-performing websites, e-newsletters and social media channels. These platforms are known for their strong local relevance, consistent content, and loyal, engaged audiences.
The business has built long-standing relationships with advertisers and education partners, resulting in a high level of repeat business and forward bookings. Revenue is diversified across print advertising, digital advertising, sponsored content, and campaign partnerships, providing stability and resilience in a changing media landscape.
All brands benefit from established systems, production workflows, content libraries, advertiser databases, and digital infrastructure. The business is fully home-based, with no lease required, and can be operated from anywhere with internet access. Workflows are well-documented, allowing for a smooth transition and making this a genuine turnkey opportunity.
This business would suit a media or publishing professional, marketing or communications agency, lifestyle buyer, or entrepreneur seeking a purpose-led business with strong foundations and room for growth. Opportunities exist to expand digital offerings, deepen advertiser relationships, introduce new products, or grow into additional regions or verticals.
The sale represents a rare opportunity to acquire a trusted, long-standing family publishing brand with immediate revenue, loyal audiences, and significant goodwill in the community. A full handover will be provided to ensure continuity and support a seamless transition for the incoming owner.
Key Assets Included in Sale
• 3 regional magazines printed quarterly (South East Queensland)
• Websites & domains with established traffic and SEO
• E-news databases (highly engaged subscriber lists)
• Social media accounts across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok
• Full content library, templates, branding and IP
• Forward advertising bookings providing immediate revenue
History
Founded in 2004, the business has grown from a single regional publication into a trusted family publishing business across South East Queensland. The brands have gone from strength to strength, becoming a valued part of the community with long-standing readers, advertisers, and partners.
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