Positioned in the heart of the fast-growing Sunshine Coast hinterland, this high-performing Licensed Post Office (LPO) represents an outstanding business and lifestyle opportunity. Combining authentic country charm with an essential services foundation, this turnkey operation has more than doubled its Australia Post earnings over recent years—delivering exceptional financial growth alongside an enviable hinterland lifestyle for an owner-operator couple, family, or lifestyle investor.
Key Investment Highlights
- Verified AP Commission Growth: Australia Post Commissions have more than doubled over the past 4 years (103% growth from FY23 to FY26), demonstrating exceptional compounding momentum.
- Strong Recent Earnings: Achieved $435,755 in AP Commissions in the most recent financial year (FY26).
- Lucrative Retail Revenue: Generated $261,607 in total retail sales (gifts, stationery, packaging), powered by an inviting boutique atmosphere that actively encourages impulse buying.
- No Mail Delivery Contracts: Operations are focused purely on over-the-counter postal, agency banking, and high-margin retail giftware.
- Expanding Hinterland Catchment: Benefiting from major local master-planned residential developments (including a major 520-home community project) and expanding industrial estates in the immediate area.
- Hinterland Tree-Change Appeal: Ideal for couples, families, or investors seeking a secure, essential service business with standard weekday trading hours.
Location & Lifestyle
Situated in a fast-growing Sunshine Coast hinterland precinct, offering an ideal balance of country village charm and convenient coastal access. The area provides an unparalleled regional lifestyle with vibrant markets, national parks, and a strong community spirit, all within easy reach of major coastal hubs.
Premises & Infrastructure
- Shop Premises: 108 sqm featuring a spacious retail floor equipped with brand-new 4-way displays, complemented by a character-filled, classic wooden service counter that captures the historic hinterland charm.
- POS Terminals: 2 Australia Post terminals fully equipped for fast transaction processing.
- PO Boxes: 783 installed PO Boxes with 543 currently leased (69% occupancy rate), providing immediate recurring income and expansion upside.
- Mail Delivery: No mail delivery contracts – operations are streamlined purely for counter and retail customer service. The store's warm, character-filled boutique atmosphere creates an inviting environment that actively drives customer dwell time, impulse purchasing, and strong retail gift margins.
Products & Services
- Core Postal & Agency Services: Domestic and international mail, parcel handling, passport photo processing (I.D. Station), Bank@Post banking services, Western Union, and foreign currency exchange.
- Retail Lines: Curated selection of high-margin gifts, souvenirs, stationery, packaging supplies, and everyday essentials tailored to home offices and local business needs.
Financial Performance
- Asking Price (ex SAV): $1,200,000
- Stock at Value (SAV): $40,000 (Estimated stock comprising postal stock, retail giftware, and stationery)
- Retail / Stock Sales (Last FY): $261,607 (Comprising high-margin giftware, stationery, packaging supplies, and retail items)
- AP Commissions:
- FY26 (Latest 1-Year POMS): $435,755
- Note: AP Commissions have grown over 100% between FY23 ($213,769) and FY26 ($435,755).
Listing Details & Enquiries
Detailed information, financial records, and supporting documents are available to qualified buyers upon signing a Confidentiality Agreement. Inspections are strictly by appointment through the exclusive broker. Enquire today to receive the Information Memorandum and secure your position in this premier Sunshine Coast hinterland LPO opportunity.
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