Click here to make an enquiry or FREECALL 1300 366 943

Buy a business - Businesses for sale

Last updated 10-03-2010

Are you looking for a specific business? We offer a specialist Business Search Service for Buyers that want to buy a business.

For further information on buying a business read Information on buying a business and How to buy a business.

Business Type:

Click the heading of any column to sort the listings by that column.
Click the link in the left ('ID') column for more information about that business.

ID Type Industry Category Location Comments $AU Views Enquiries
3818 Service Building and Construction Metal Aluminium Glass Cairns This long established business manufactures, contracts, wholesales and retails Fencing products to Local and southern Construction companies, Local State and federal Government departments, preferred contractor status. manufacturers security, gates (steel aluminium), pool , glass and balustrade, raked panels, sliding and swing gates, hire,. NQ market leader, experienced, trained multi skill staff, run under management T/O $7.8m PEBIT $1.5m. POA
638
4
3833 Service Industrial Contract Metal Finishers Brisbane Established 18 Years Industry Leading provider of specialised metal finishing services, with exclusive and superior processes and facilities, especially the ability to handle large, awkward, heavy or high specification finishes.T/O $2M highly profitable with major contracts in place. By Negotiation
560
15
3830 Service Wholesale Travel Agency Tourist Travel Sydney Metropolitan Established 25+ years. Specialising in niche outbound travel to Asia. Markets wholesale packages to groups, travel agents and individuals. Large database of previously serviced loyal customers as well as long established data base of service providers in destination country. Strong cash flow. T/o in excess of $1.5 mill. BY NEGOTIATION
502
12
3811 Service Medical Health Nursing Agency Queensland Fast growing Nursing Agency specialising in a high-demand sector.Excellent staff and systems in place.World-wide shortage of nurses ensures that this industry continues to grow.2008 Total Income $12M and 2008 PEBIT $2M EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
791
24
3783 Manufact. Building and Consrtruction Exterior Awnings Brisbane Est 1976, specialising in the manufacture, wholesale and retail of exterior Aluminium, Fabric, Polycarbonite and custom designed Awnings and Blinds. 80% sold to ressellers in Qld and Northern NSW t/o $3.5m EBIT $1m owners are looking for a retirement strategy. $3000000
903
10
3826 Import/Wholesale Industrial Supplies Electronic Coding Marking Equipment Sydney Metropolitan Established 17 years. Owners wish to divest this portion of the business with Exclusive Agency lines of industry-leading equipment sold into Packaging and Industrial marketplace. Long term business relationships with its many trade customers. Skilled staff available for transfer. By negotiation
624
14
3892 Service Building Construction Scaffold Hire Gladstone Established 22 Years Hire Scaffolding and Scaffolding Services to Industrial, Commercial, Mining, and Construction Industries in high growth region of Central Qld. OFFERS INVITED
396
2
3893 Manufact. Aftermarket Auto Accessories Roll Bars Racks Bull Bars Ladders Queensland Est 1985 Major manufacturer of aftermarket auto bars, Racks, Bull Bars, Ladders, specialist Mining Vehicle fit-outs,all finished in satin aluminium, mirror or powder coated to suit distributed nationally. T/O approaching $4m modern plant, Freehold available highly profitable. $2,000,000 NEG
463
5
3701 Service Building and Construction Air Conditioning Brisbane Est.18yrs.Highly respected company specialising in the sales and installation of air-conditioning products to the commercial/domestic sector.The company also maintains a large number of long-term commercial maintenance agreements.Award winning agent for premium brand.Professional management in place.Strategic location.2007T/O $3.6M EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
774
0
3911 Manufact. Engineering Transport Agriculture Mining Surat Basin Manufacturing opportunity - patented range of Load Restraint Winches, Heavy Duty Agricultural Equipment, plus Services to booming Gas Industry. Seeking Outright Buyer, Investor or Equity Partner OFFERS INVITED
281
8
3896 Service Mining River Sand and Gravel Bowen Family business established over 30 years with extraction licenses covering the largest allocation of river sand, soft rock(decomposed granite) in the region. Business covers extraction, sale and cartage, as well as equipment hire. Expression of Interest
466
16
3987 Manufact. Automotive Aluminium Ute Bodies Brisbane Leading National Manufacturer of Custom Built Aluminium Ute and Light Truck Bodies for Government, Institutional and Major Corporate Fleet Owners. OFFERS INVITED
25
3
3822 Import/Wholesale Timber Replacement Recyclable Panel Board Brisbane Established over the last three years, this rapidly growing business is poised for further double-digit sales growth through distributors and manufacturing customers across Australia and New Zealand. The business owns the exclusive Oceana distribution rights to an environmentally-friendly low-density fibre board, weighing approximately 700% less than MDF and particle board, with multiple applications across multiple niche markets, in an Oceana industry worth over $1.5 billion per annum. Owner has seed-funded the business to annual sales growth exceeding $1million and is willing to retain equity or remain on as a consultant as long as necessary. Boards are currently exported to 23 countries and are being used by numerous well-known Australian government depts. and retail corporations. Established distributors in place with room for further appointments to target shop fitting, film set-building, DIY and Kraft, office furniture manufacturing and other target markets By Negotiation
576
12
3979 Mining Building and Construction Sand and Gravel Brisbane West Freehold Sand Quarry wet and dry screening to produce fine aggegrates for local concrete manufacturers, road materials and resellers, also suitable for pipe manufacuring recent drilling and resource investigation report available estimated at 15.5 million tonnes plus. Plant and Equipment valued at $4m quality rarely available, owner looking to retire, run under management. $9,000,000
82
4
3962 Service Transport Tipper Hire Townsville The largest operator of tipping equipment in North Qld blue chip customer base Semi-tipper and dog body combinations over 20 units plus subcontractors T/O $5m, run under management highly profitable, highly motivated Seller. OFFERS INVITED
30
0
3963 Service Transport Line Haulage Brisbane Part of larger business being restructered presents an opportunity to purchase brisbane operation operating 8 prime movers. Four prime movers tow refrigerated vans nightly Sydney to Brisbane and return, and 4 Brisbane north T/O $3m run under management set and forget, highly motivated Seller, if your company is looking to get into the Qld market here is a low enrty opportunity Offers Invited
44
1
3921 Import/Wholesale Hardware Industrial Automotive Tools and Hardware East Coast Established and profitable national importer and distributor of a wide range of tools and hardware lines. T/O $20M EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST INVITED
248
0
3837 Import/Wholesale Engineering Shredding Equipment QLD Est 30 years supplying high quality industrial shredding equipment, range extends to well over 100 different models with various cutter designs, chamber lengths and motor sizes to suit numerous applications.These shedders represent the latest in shredding technologies available in the world today and are backed by extensive research and development, practical experience and reliable maintenance, parts and service.URGENT SALE non core asset SOLD
526
7
3665 Service Plant Hire Civil Construction Port Curtis Region Established over 30 Years this business is the major hirer of earthhmoving equipment and supplier of sand & gravel to Civil Contractors & Govt Depts in the Port Curtis Region. Freehold Included. Must be sold owner retiring. Offers Invited
1014
11
3879 Service Print Publishing Sign Manufacturing Cairns EST 28 years local award winning business specializing in the manufacture of signage products. For many years they have set the standard for signage, their innovative approach to signage has set them apart from other sign companies. All signs, printing and fabrication are done in house; they have the experience and facilities to manufacture any type of sign, from the largest pylon structure to the smallest sticker or engraved plaque, structural or graphic design, fabrication, signage and installation, Project Signage, Neon and LED, Commercial Signs, Pylon Signs, Banners, Posters, Vehicles, etc. T/O $2m net $390k owner retiring SOLD
381
1
3702 Import/Wholesale Home Improvement Homewares Melbourne Est 1999, Import and Export of homeware products sold nationally to Department Stores, Specialist Stores, Discount Chains well known trademarked brands, exported to distributors in NZ, SA and UK expanding rapidily - all the hard work done in the UK T/O $3.5m. BY NEGOTATION
179
6
3630 Property Sport Leisure Golf Course Tavern Brisbane One of Brisbane's most picturesque and challenging 18 hole Golf Courses, est 1989 this "Championship Standard" course maintained to a high standard, is now offered For Sale included in Sale is Pro Shop, Tavern, Gaming Facilities, Function Facilities, Bottle Shop in gated secure community plus undeveloped land suitable for townhouses, luxury homes etc. for future development, good T/O, considerable holding income unlimited potential. Offers over $10m
1294
26
3966 Service Automotive Mechanical Workshop Brisbane Est. 10 Years High profile specialised auto care in prime industrial location, member of well known buying group T/O $875,000 Highly profitable By Negotiation
70
0
3969 Retail Sports and Recreation Radio Controlled Hobby Goods Sydney Major On-line and Retail Sales of radio controlled units and components for serious hobbyist and collectors, offering the largest range in Aust. T/O $2.5M growing rapidly highly profitable By Negotiation
69
2
3834 Import/Wholesale Engineering Wet Blasting Machinery Brisbane Est 21 years this company imports a diverse range of Wet Blast Cabinets and Walk-in Wet Blast Room equipment that it markets and services throughout Australia and NZ. Additional sales of consumables and spares, excellent opportunity to add on to existing engineering distribution business or as owner operator T/O $550k OFFERS OVER $250k
442
0
3633 Service Engineering Infrastructure Qld NSW Well Known Company specializing in Manufacture and Construction, Maintenance and repairs of major infrastructure for Mining and Metalliferous industries. T/O $40M BY NEGOTIATION
1161
20
3961 Service Transport Line Haulage Brisbane North Queensland Est 25 years ago has grown to one of North Queensland’s largest freight companies with a fleet of 150 units (75 truck and 75 trailers) and staff of almost 100. Transport goods across Australia for a range of different industries including: refrigerated produce along the eastern seaboard for major supermarket chains; freighting for numerous mining and resources operators throughout the country; and delivering stock feed in triple road trains to the Northern Territory and Western Australia, consisting of 3 business units Brisbane, Townsville operations and Tipper Hire to be sold in one line or by division. T/O $20m By Negotation
55
0
3696 Service Marine Major Distributor Diesel Engines and parts Brisbane Major Agent/Distributor of Marine and Industrial Diesel engines and parts, representing the two leading makes of Diesel engines. Established 20 Years, in Sales, Installations and Service. Ideal Bayside location. T/O $1M Highly Profitable. OFFERS INVITED
875
8
3954 Distribution Food Butchery and Sausage Making Supplies Brisbane Phone/mail Order business est. 1908 supplying Butchery and Sausage Making Supplies & Equipment to Stations and hobbyists throughout Australia. T/o $500,000. By Negotiation
124
1
3955 Service Transport Contract Delivery Sydney Distribution Company est 2004 with a fleet of 26 Vans fully utilised in contracted local delivery in Sydney, T/o $3.6M fully scalable to other regions and products. Highly profitable BY NEGOTIATION
141
3
3984 Service Mining Industry Onsite Service Provider Fire Suppression Mackay Specialist onsite Fire Suppression Service Contractor with ongoing contracts with International companies, business is set for major expansion with landing of significant contracts, the Seller is looking for a major group to buyin and expand the business. If you are a Fire related Service Company here is an opportunity to establish a presence in this rapidly expanding mining province. BY NEGOTATION
27
0
3890 Service Labour Hire Rail Engineering Central West NSW Rail engineering specialising in the hire of experienced track and structure teams which can deliver all types of rail works including, Re-railing, re-sleepering, track recon, CWR feed welding, timber bridges, concrete box culverts, installation of CSPs, level crossings, sledding, earthworks, track patrol, plant hire etc. QA company SWMS, rail industry certification T/O $8m highly profitable UNDER OFFER
431
10
3659 Import/Wholesale Food Grains Nuts Seeds and Dried Fruit Brisbane Turnover for 2007 is $7.35 M. This business is well respected and has been established for nearly 30 years. Business could be run from a home-office as all orders are made over the telephone, fax or email and the warehousing and delivery is subcontracted. Staff requirements are low and the owner/operator is assisted by 2 part-time employees. Withdrawn
1587
76
3944 Service Building and Construction Home Improvement Brisbane Fully systemised Marketing Company providing Sales & Marketing services to Reg. Builders in the Home Renovations Area. This proven successful model is fully scalable in terms of Market Segments and regions served, and the owners are now seeking an Equity Partner who can provide growth capital and/or management ability to help propel this business to the next plateau. BY NEGOTIATION
145
0
3662 Service Medical Health Rehabilitation Centre ACT NSW Fully-integrated purpose built modern centre providing complete service for OHS,injury and pain management.Service contracts with Corporate Sector-Govn and Private.Strong demand for these services due to personnel,litigation and legislation concerns. Price By Negotiation
1003
9
3836 Manufact. Building Construction Aluminium and Glass NSW Mid North Coast The largest Aluminium and Glass Fabricator and Service Agent in the Region with over 100 years of combined experience in both commercial and domestic glass and aluminium products including windows, doors, awnings, shopfronts, atriums, splashbacks, showers, mirrors, double glazing, as well as Security Products. Offers Invited
382
1
3819 Service Entertainment Party Hire Brisbane South Party & Event Hire has been hiring party and catering equipment for Brisbane functions since 1967. They have an extensive range of party hire equipment from chairs, tables, marquees, cutlery, crockery, and glassware to food warmers, spits and coldrooms, expanding retail party consumerables T/O $500k net owner $115k suit family Offers over $350,000
527
5
3951 Manufact. Water New Desalination Plant Brisbane New Desalination plant primarily uses waste heat or a natural heat source to produce drinking water. System is extremely environmentally friendly with very low operating costs. No chemicals and no discharge of high density reject as found with Reverse Osmosis. System includes patented “heat exchange apparatus”. System also has the opportunity for potential buyers to register intellectual property rights. OFFERS INVITED
106
0
3990 Service Industrial Labour Hire Recruitment Adelaide Established very stable business working closely as preferred supplier over a long time with a number of Major National Companies providing blue collar workers OFFERS INVITED
18
0
3993 Manufact. Building Construction Patented Construction Components Brisbane Established over 20 years, innovative manufacturer of patented load transfer systems for concrete construction, Architecturally specified and distributed Nationally through Major Construction Supplies Dealers. T/o $15M GP 40-50%. OFFERS INVITED
25
0
3823 Manufact. Steel Aluminium Machining Complete Engineering Services Gladstone Specialize in general fabrication, light, medium and heavy machining, equipment overhaul and repairs and abrasive blasting and painting. Workshop equipment and expertise allows engineering activities in mild steel, cast steel, cast iron, stainless steel, aluminum and alloy steels, Freehold included 6,000 sqm under roof,installation new blast and paint facility completed this year, fantastic opportunity to enter the booming Gladstone market or expand your current Gladstone operation, good t/o 30 staff, sale of non-core asset. BY NEGOTATION
468
1
3814 Manufact. Auto After market Seat Manufacturing Hervey Bay Est over 20 years specialises in the manufacturer of aftermarket automotive seating for station wagons & 4WD, quality control systems distributed through authorised stockists and approved fitters Aust wide, t/o $1.6m would suit family or add on to similiar manufacturer. EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
518
4
3815 Service Professional Services Staff Recruitment and Labour Supply Brisbane Established in 2002 the business specialises in the provision of sutably qualified and experienced staff to a range of employers and roles. Experienced staff and excellent systems in place. 08 Rev.$4.4M, returning owner circa $400K WITHDRAWN
529
3
3810 Service Transport Waste Recycling Brisbane Established 1989 fully licensed collection under contract of niche market clean waste product in and around SE Qld and Northern NSW for supply to recyclers. T/o $3.2M currently operating from Home Office. highly profiltable. OFFERS INVITED
803
16
3797 Service Engineering Civil Contracting Eastern States Australian owned & operated Manufacturer & installer of patented structural underground pipe relining systems, plus other underground pipe rehabilitation services - drain cleaning, spot repairs, CCTV inspections, smoke testing etc. T/O approaching $10M, exceptional growth opportunity. URGENT SALE - Bank is closing
715
9
3897 Service Engineering and Safety Civil Works Maintenance East Coast Well established and highly profitable company specialising in bridge and highway maintenance and traffic control. Mainly East Coast - enormous growth potential.T/O $5.5M SOLD
338
1
3899 Service Mining and Heavy Industry Plant and Equipment Painters Central Qld On-Site painting of New and repainting of 2nd Hand equipment. Established in the region with all the skill sets and compliances, recognized as preferred supplier for major OEM and Mining and Industrial Clients. Rapidly growing T/O approaching $2M highly profitable. OFFERS INVITED
300
1
3902 Primary Cattle Beef Feedlot WA Modern Feedlot Facility ideally located in wheatbelt region of WA. Licensed for 7,500 SCU designed to handle up to 5,500 head with minimum labour input. Permanent water plus massive storage facilities. Highly profitable. OFFERS INVITED
348
14
3980 Service Transport and Storage Third Party Logistics Warehousing North Queensland One of Nth Qld's leading 3rd party logistics companies warehousing automotive products, general retail lines, exclusive cosmetics, light industrial products, building materials, rural supplies or mining equipment, naming just a few, 100% secure warehousing facility which features CCTV security cameras and no public access over 2000 pallet spaces, blue chip customer base. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
66
3
3948 Service Mining and Industrial Engineering Rockhampton Est.1984 specialising in parts reclamation to OEM standards, and Manufacture of OEM parts for major Mining & Industrial Clients in the region. The business has built over the years and now consists of a 1000m˛ workshop with 3 overhead cranes, with a lifting capacity of 10 tonnes and 3 swing away cranes to service CNC lathes, & Machining Centres specifically selected to suit chosen work and Clients. Freehold available EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
122
2
3964 Service Education Training Registered Training Organisation Brisbane Nationally Accredited and Govt. Certified RTO has more than 60 courses in its portfolio and can offer training from more than 8,000 core units, including User Choice, and specialising in Government, Local Government, Business, Security, and Aviation. By Negotiation
93
5
3914 Manufact. Building and Construction Steel Corrugated Water Tanks SE QLD SE QLD's leading independent Steel Tank Manufacturer.Est over 30 years.Situated in a strategic location in a modern and well-equipped office/factory.Estimated 2009 T/O $2.4m and estimated Net Profit $400,000+ to part-time owner. $950,000 + STOCK/WIP
256
3
3920 Distribution Shade Awnings and Umbrellas Building and Construction Sydney Metropolitan West Supplier of large quality shade umbrellas, awnings and instant marquees to the commercial, domestic and educational markets. Continued strong profitable growth in a rapidly growing market sector makes this an attractive opportunity. T/O > $1.5 mill. $550K + SAV
245
5
3924 Service Print Publishing Graphic Design Production Agency Victoria • One of Australia’s leading Award Winning Design, Pre-press and Production Agencies • Strategy, Creative, Imaging Services all under one roof • Unique Structure • Proven Processes • Diverse Skills Base • Delivering strong results for their clients • T/O $5m • Highly Profitable POA
219
14
3926 Service Entertainment FM Radio Broadcasting Licence Brisbane Established over 10 Years, A series of LPON Licences covering most of Brisbane, made available for Community Radio. Currently broadcasting as fm88 - PLANET RADIO OFFERS INVITED
188
0
3929 Service Building Maintenance Electronics and Security Brisbane Established 1984, Industry leading supplier of Specialist Electronic Services, specifically in the areas of Security Risk Assessment & Management, Intruder Alarm & Perimeter Detection Systems, CCTV Systems, Building Automation & Access Control, Intercom, Data & Comms Networks & MATV. Impressive List of Government & Institutional Clients with ongoing Contracts. Highly Profitable, vendor motivated to sell due to other business commitments $800,000 ONO
196
7
3932 Property Nursery Palm Seedlings Wholesale and Export Northern NSW Est. 1982 Australia's leading w/sale supplier of Palms & Cycads to local and export markets. The 20 Acre Nursery set in semi Tropical Northern NSW also offer a large range of mature landscape trees ex ground.Freehold Available. Highly profitable, equally suited as a commercial or lifestyle investment. Offers Invited
204
5
3934 Import/Wholesale Marine Ship Equipment Brisbane Wholesale, Import, design, manufacture, service, install and warehouse a range of marine electronic and mechanical product, specializing in navigation, communication, entertainment, steering, wipers and water jet propulsion. Distributed Nationally and exported through a network of Agents and Resellers OFFERS INVITED
164
2
3937 Distribution Building Construction Home Heating Sydney Metropolitan Distribution, Installation of locally manufacured and imported top-end home heating appliances and accessories. Excellent location and showroom in inner western Sydney suburb. Vendor's family circumstances create this excellent opportunity. T/O up to $1.0mill. Asking in excess $200K plus SAV Offers over $200K
175
1
3940 Import/Wholesale Workplace Health Safety Rubber Safety Matting Sydney Since 1994 Australian Leader in importation and distribution of: Entrance, Safety, Anti-Fatigue and Anti-slip matting, suitable for most industrial and commercial needs,from USA, Sri Lanka and China. BY NEGOTIATION
234
9
3941 Retail Jewellery Jewellery Stores Qld Fast growing and profitable stores in buoyant regional centre.Well known with an enviable reputation with a strong and loyal client base that continues to grow.Strategic location entails monopoly situation. Excellent staff and systems in place. Fantastic opportunity for lifestyle and career change. $850,000 + SAV
194
0
3982 Property Marine Freehold Marina Complex NSW Central Coast Landmark established Commercial/ Residential/ Marina Complex with prime warterfront location on busy waterway adjacent road and rail transport 1 hour North of Sydney. Substantial holding income, ideal lifestyle investment with further development or redevelopment potential OFFERS INVITED
46
2
3945 Service Printing Printing and Marketing Queensland Est.1930 in regional centre close to Brisbane. Profitable and strong business with an excellent client base that continues to grow. Opportunity for further expansion. T/O 2009 $1.2m EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
175
1
3958 Service Mining Earthmoving and Heavy Equipment Hire Biloela This Power Earthmoving Co has been in the Mining industry for around 15 years and has built their reputation in many aspects of the business ranging from land reclamation mine works and civil construction. BY NEGOTIATION
94
0
3960 Service Transport Chilled Freezer Brisbane Est 1982 specialist niche Chilled Freezer Freight service provider seen as supply chain partner in the food manufacturing, industry distributors, retailers, manufacturers and processors providing a scheduled frozen goods service to WA and return. Blue chip customer base, highly profitable. By Negotation
79
1
3972 Distribution Food Products Refrigerated Products Regional NSW Established 27 Years well known Major distributor of refrigerated food products to Food Service T/O $6M+ strong growth highly profitable. Freehold available. By Negotiation
86
2
3975 Service Travel Tourism Charter Cruising Boat Great Barrier Reef Luxury 33M charter vessel offering exclusive adventure sailing and diving island reef cruises currently booked at 95%capacity. Outstanding lifestyle investment opportunity. By Negotiation
72
0
3978 Service Print Publishing Digital Printing Sign Manuafcture Sydney Leading Digital Printing Co specialising in Prestige Corporate Identification through Signs, Banners, Brochures, etc. focusing on a select niche market segment with regular repeat customers. T/O $1.6m Highly Profitable. Expressions of Interest
47
1