Summary
This post office has been a pillar of the community for nearly three decades, offering a new owner a secure, stable income backed by the iconic Australia Post brand.
Location Details
Central Highlands 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
Retirement
About the Business
Established over 30 years | Retirement Sale
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a rock-solid, essential service business in the heart of Queensland’s Central Highlands. This post office has been a pillar of the community for nearly three decades, offering a new owner a secure, stable income backed by the iconic Australia Post brand.
Long-Term Stability & Proven Track Record
The current owner has successfully operated this post office since 1993, building a deeply loyal customer base over the last 33 years. Operating from a shop that has been in the same location for 29 years, the business serves as a vital hub for local residents in the area.
Key Features
*Lifestyle Hours: Operates Monday to Friday, providing an excellent work-life balance.
*Impressive PO Box Occupancy: The site manages 425 installed boxes with a 96.71% total occupancy rate. Post office boxes related operations bring over $120,000 per annum, ensuring consistent, recurring income.
*Proven Sustainability: Owned and operated by the same family for over three decades.
*Tourism & Mining Upside: Located in a unique destination that attracts both miners and tourists, ensuring a diverse customer base.
*Service Monopoly: The closest competing LPO is approximately 7 km away, ensuring local residents rely on this post office for their daily needs.
Consistent Commissions
The business has demonstrated a reliable and consistent income stream:
FY2023: $174,081
FY2024: $179,479
FY2025: $191,921
(Note: These figures exclude additional income from retail stock sales).
Skills & Support
No previous experience is necessary to run this successful post office. Australia Post provides a comprehensive training program, and the current owner will provide a thorough handover to ensure a smooth transition. This is an ideal venture for an individual or couple seeking a "tree-change" and a manageable business with a strong community connection.
Why Invest in this Post Office?
*Security: 33 years of continuous operation.
*Lifestyle Balance: Manageable hours in a unique regional Queensland setting.
*Retirement Sale: Offered for the first time in decades as the owner prepares for a well-earned retirement.
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