Summary
With the nearest competing post office located over 35km away, there is absolutely no local competition. This ensures that the region’s postal services are channelled directly through your doors
Location Details
North Burnett Region
Skills
No previous experience necessary. You need to be confident in your ability to run a small business. Full training, support and handover will be provided by Australia Post (5 weeks training) and the current owner.
Reason for Sale
Family reasons
About the Business
Operating as the sole provider of postal, banking and identity services for the entire district, this business enjoys a geographical monopoly that in the modern retail landscape.
Located in the North Burnett Region, engine room of a massive gricultural economy.
Essential Infrastructure: The post office serves a stable local population plus a huge seasonal workforce required for the citrus, grape, and blueberry harvests.
High-Yield Income: Total Australia Post income has remained remarkably consistent, reaching $222,252 in FY2025 (a 3.2% increase over the previous year).
The Parcel Surge: Reflecting the global shift to e-commerce, scanning events at this location surged by 23% between FY24 and FY25, providing the owner with high-margin revenue for every parcel handled.
Business Highlights & Growth Potential
Retail Dominance: Because there are no "big box" retailers nearby, the shop’s 158m² floor space acts as the town’s primary destination for giftware, toys, and bags. These high-margin retail sales contributed $109,223 in additional revenue in FY2025.
Historical Landmark: The post office has operated from this iconic location since 1918, making it the most recognised and trusted business address in town.
Consistent Commissions
The business has demonstrated a reliable and consistent income stream:
FY2023: $217,971
FY2024: $215,350
FY2025: $222,252
(Note: These figures exclude additional income from retail stock sales).
Lifestyle & Operations
This is the ultimate "Tree-Change" for a couple or family looking to escape the city grind without sacrificing financial security.
Monday to Friday operation. No weekend work required.
Staffing: Currently managed by one owner with 21 hours of part-time assistance. An owner-operator couple could easily run this together to maximise the return.
Support: Australia Post provides a comprehensive 5-week training program, and the current owner is offering a full handover.
Why Invest in this post office?
*Zero Competition: No other LPO within a 35km radius.
*Recession-Proof: Services that people need regardless of the economy.
*Growth Assets: Growing parcel volumes
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