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LatestWix vs Squarespace vs Shopify: 2026 prices for an Australian small businessEach platform’s Australian plans and card rates side by side, what a year really costs for a salon and a small online shop, two break-even points, and which suits which business.November 2, 2026 · 3 min readRead the guide

November 2, 2026How to set up your Google Business Profile and keep it working for youWho can have a Google Business Profile, how to add or claim one, each verification option and how long it takes, what to fill in first, and Google’s rules on reviews.2 min read

November 2, 2026Tax invoice template for Australian small businesses: what the ATO requiresThe seven details every Australian tax invoice must show, the extra rule from A$1,000, what to send if you’re not registered for GST, eInvoicing, and a free spreadsheet template.2 min read

November 2, 2026Free vs paid online booking systems for an Australian small businessSquare Appointments, Google Calendar appointment schedules and Microsoft Bookings compared on price, reminders, payments and cancellation fees, with what to check before you choose.2 min read

November 2, 2026How much does it cost to build an app in Australia in 2026?What a simple app and a business app cost to build in Australia, what drives the price, what developers earn, Apple’s and Google’s fees, and ways to spend less.2 min read

November 2, 2026AI receptionists for small businesses: what they do, and the rules in AustraliaWhat an AI receptionist can and can’t handle, the Australian rules on telling callers, recording calls and automated decisions, how to compare costs, and questions to ask a provider.2 min read

October 28, 2026Credit card surcharge ban in Australia: what it means for prices and card feesThe credit card surcharge ban started on 1 October 2026. What it means for prices, Stripe’s, Square’s and Afterpay’s Australian rates side by side, where Stripe and Square cost the same, and how to price the fee in.3 min read

October 28, 2026Why your business texts now say “Unverified”, and how to fix itSince 1 July 2026, texts sent under a business name need a sender ID registered with the ACMA. Who has to register, how to do it through your telco, and reminder texts customers will trust.2 min read

October 28, 2026How to show your Google reviews on your websiteThree ways to put Google reviews on your website, what each costs, and the rules Google sets for showing them: five reviews at most, author credit, the Google Maps logo and no stored copies.3 min read

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