10 Toowoomba businesses looking for new owners

These 10 well-known Toowoomba businesses are on the hunt for a new owner. See which ones you can buy, and how much they will cost you.

As the business world moves into another calendar year, these are the establishments that want to transition to new ownership.

Crackerjack Chicken – $175,000 + SAV

Iconic franchise Crackerjack Chicken has hit the market after more than two decades in business.

First established 23 years ago, the well-known fast food franchise has three stores across Toowoomba and Highfields.

The current owner has operated the business for nine years, and the store managers have been there for 9-11 years.

Bridie and Hunter Dowling at Crackerjack Chicken.

Urban Grounds – $350,000 + SAV

This licensed cafe situated in a classic property on Herries Street is a “rare opportunity to secure an incredible business”.

The popular venue can accommodate up to 260 people for cocktail functions and approximately 200 for seated functions.

It is open seven days a week, and has established management in place.

(from left) Prue Cunningham, Jodie Humphreys, Emma Turner and Naomi Deignan at Urban Grounds Cafe in 2022. Picture: Nev Madsen.

Chipmunks Toowoomba – $99,000

This well-known children’s adventure playground and cafe is still on the market.

According to the business listing, the facility is a “profitable business model” with “excellent training and dedicated support”.

Located in the Bernoth Centre, Chipmunks is a popular spot for young families and often hosts children’s parties.

There are more than 60 Chipmunks locations across Australia, New Zealand and Asia.

Chipmunks Australia is coming to Toowoomba.

X-Golf – Price on Application

A cutting-edge golf simulator which opened in the Garden City just a few years ago, is looking for a new owner.

The venue, which is located on Keefe Street in the CBD, is a place for golfers to take a swing indoors on state-of-the-art virtual reality machines.

Also at the location is a fully-operation kitchen and bar.

X-Golf Toowoomba.

Banter – $149,000

One of Toowoomba’s most popular coffee shops also needs a new owner.

According to the business listing, Banter has been a beloved fixture in Toowoomba since 2019, when the current owner opened at the site of the former Bunker Records and the connected Bunker Espresso.

The cafe, which is open seven days a week, is also a place where people can “connect with each other and the local art scene”.

The price includes all equipment and stock, point of sales software, website, social media assets and lease assignment.

Stephen Payton is selling Banter Coffee Kitchen to pursue a career in teaching, Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Picture: Kevin Farmer

Burrow Cafe – $210,000 + SAV

This cafe, which has frequently been rated one of Toowoomba’s best, is on the market.

According to the listing, this “well-established” cafe has high visibility and a solid customer base.

Known for its delicious specials, Burrow is operating six days a week until 2pm.

Burrow cafe. Bridge St. Toowoomba.

Making Rainbows Toowoomba – $110,000

An early children music, movement and sensory play program could be yours.

Making Rainbows assists children with learning via music, song, and dance and has been established in Toowoomba since 2018.

Classes are held at four locations across Toowoomba and Highfields.

Making Rainbows has six locations across southeast Queensland.

Sleepy’s Toowoomba – $310,000 + SAV

The Toowoomba franchise of Sleepy’s is on the search for a new owner.

This mattress store, which is located at the Harvey Norman Centre, was the NRA Franchise of the Year for 2023.

The sale listing said a new owner would be able to benefit from the company’s marketing strategy, and its digital platforms.

NewsXpress on West – $350,000 (Negotiable) + SAV

A Kearneys Spring newsagency is another business currently on the market.

This modern newsagency has gifts, homewares, collectibles, toys, lotto products, greeting cards, newspapers and magazines, and takeaway coffee.

It is located at the Westridge Shopping Centre

Pet Cafe – $135,000 + SAV

You could be the new owner of this popular pet store situated in the Garden City.

According to the sale listing, this established store is a “community of passionate pet lovers”.

The store is situated on Herries Street.

A previous version of this story listed the Toowoomba Kalm Springs for sale, which is incorrect. The franchise is seeking a new location in a different city. We apologise for the error.