Popular Seafood/Iceworks Business in N/W Qld + 4 B'rm House

Description

Well established business operating for over 15 years. The only dedicated seafood business in town and one of two iceworks in the region. The business operates across multiple streams including wholesale and retail seafood, beef products, Lenard’s Express, and ice production, all under one roof. It also acts as a distributor for Streets Ice Cream and Outback Pie Co.The business is suited to a couple or family operation and requires only 1 to 2 casual staff. It trades 6.5 days per week and is being sold due to health reasons.Operations include a retail shop open to the public offering a wide range of seafood, alongside wholesale supply to pubs, clubs, and retail stores across Mount Isa, the surrounding district, and into the Gulf of Carpentaria. The business also supplies ice to the majority of stores within the region.Customer parking is available with convenient street and shop-front access.Recent improvements include new flooring in the retail area, exterior repainting, and upgraded signage completed within the past 12 months.A recently installed 40 watt solar system services both the business and the adjoining residence.The property includes a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom split-level home with a modern entertainment area and small yard. A large shed provides additional storage for freezers and equipment.Plant and equipment included in the sale consists of a forklift, freezer body truck, and delivery ute.Refrigeration and storage infrastructure includes:• 2 x 20-pallet built-in freezers• 2 x additional internal freezers• 13 display freezers• 3 display fridgesProduction equipment includes a Vogt 5 tonne ice maker with fully automatic bagging system and semi-manual block ice maker.The business generates a gross turnover of approximately $1.2 million.Located in the far north west region of Queensland, almost 1,000 km from the nearest coastal town (Townsville), the business benefits from limited competition and strong regional demand. It is recognised by customers as offering one of the largest seafood selections in the region, with most stock sourced within Queensland.