Desert Ice & Water – Profitable, Established Business with Strong Regional Demand

Step into a thriving, well-established operation with Desert Ice & Water, a trusted family-owned business proudly serving North West Queensland since 2005. With nearly two decades of proven performance, this business has built a loyal and diverse customer base across pubs, clubs, restaurants, supermarkets, and major regional events.
Strategically positioned to benefit from the rapid growth of the mining sector, the Cloncurry region is experiencing significant expansion, with new mining projects driving increased demand for reliable ice and filtered bottled water supply. This presents a compelling opportunity for continued growth and scalability.
The business operates efficiently with just 1.5 full-time staff, offering a manageable workload of approximately 40–50 hours per week. It services a wide footprint including Cloncurry, Julia Creek, Winton, Hughenden, and Richmond, with extended distribution reaching the Barkly Tablelands, Mount Isa, Boulia, and Gulf regions.
In addition to its strong commercial client base, Desert Ice & Water is a preferred supplier for major regional events such as rodeos and campdrafts—providing consistent, high-volume revenue streams.
Key highlights:
• Long-established, reputable brand with strong community ties
• Consistent sales performance with healthy profit margins
• Diverse and loyal customer base across multiple sectors
• Positioned in a high-growth mining and regional economy
• Streamlined operations with low staffing requirements
Offered for sale due to the owners’ retirement, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a solid, dependable business with clear potential for further expansion.
Enquire today to secure a foothold in one of Queensland’s most promising regional markets.