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Price guide

Straightforward ballpark figures for new client work. Most builds are priced upfront, with hosting required monthly to keep the site live. Optional ongoing edits can be added as a monthly “site changes” plan (up to 3 hours/month; extra work quoted hourly). Every project is scoped individually — use the project brief or contact form, and I will reply with questions and a written estimate where it makes sense.

Build tiers

Landing page

from approx.

$800 AUD

A focused single-page site — one scroll with positioning, proof points, and a clear call to action.

  • Suited to landing pages, campaign microsites, and product launches when everything lives on a single URL.
  • Good for new ventures, events, campaigns, or any business needing a fast and credible online presence.
  • Usually paid as a deposit to start, then balance on delivery — hosting is monthly after launch.
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Business websites

from approx.

$2,500 AUD

Multi-page brochure-style sites, or a focused refresh of an existing theme.

  • Typically 4–10 custom-designed pages, responsive layout, contact or booking flow.
  • Content structure, performance basics, and handover notes included.
  • Usually paid as a deposit to start, then balance on delivery — hosting is monthly after launch.
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Web applications

Most requested

from approx.

$8,000 AUD

Custom web applications beyond standard pages — member areas, dashboards, and integrations with third-party services. Scoped during discovery.

  • Includes discovery, UX direction, and staged delivery for bespoke requirements.
  • Usually deposit to start, then staged or delivery balance. Hosting: $79 / month. Site changes add-on: $149 / month optional (up to 3 hours; extra hourly).
  • Not a full Shopify/Woo store — those are out of scope (see the “What I do not take on” section).
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Ongoing services

Hosting & keep-alive

from approx.

$39 AUD / month

How your site stays live. SSL, backups, and monitoring so it remains dependable after launch. Standard sites: $39/mo. Custom builds: $79/mo.

  • Required monthly to keep the site running on my infrastructure.
  • Backups and uptime monitoring included.
  • Not an allowance for ongoing design or content edits.
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Site changes add-on

from approx.

$79 AUD / month

Optional monthly allowance for ongoing small improvements and updates beyond hosting. Includes up to 3 hours/month of edits and fixes. Standard sites: $79/mo. Custom builds: $149/mo.

  • Best for regular updates (new pages, fixes, small UX tweaks).
  • Up to 3 hours/month included — anything beyond is quoted at an hourly rate agreed during discovery/proposal.
  • If you do not add this, changes are quoted as one-off requests.
  • Scope is agreed in writing for expectations and turnaround.
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At a glance

Upfront build vs required monthly

Hosting keeps your site running on my infrastructure. The site changes add-on includes up to 3 hours/month of edits and updates; extra work is quoted hourly.

  Landing page (Starter) Business websites Web applications
Upfront build price From $800 (often deposit + delivery) From $2,500 (often deposit + delivery) Enquire / from $8,000 (often deposit + delivery)
Build scope Single-page site on one URL (positioning + proof + CTA) Multi-page brochure site (typically 4–10 pages) Bespoke work: member areas, dashboards, and integrations
Hosting & keep-alive $39 / month (required) $39 / month (required) $79 / month (required)
Site changes add-on Optional +$79 / month (up to 3 hours included; extra hourly) Optional +$79 / month (up to 3 hours included; extra hourly) Optional +$149 / month (up to 3 hours included; extra hourly)
Good for A fast, focused launch A brochure refresh with multiple pages More complex requirements scoped in discovery

Standard inclusions

Included in every project

  • Mobile-first responsive layout

    Looks great on phones, tablets, and desktops without separate builds or workarounds.

  • Performance-optimised code

    Clean HTML, minified stylesheets, and no unnecessary assets that slow down users.

  • Basic accessibility standards

    Semantic HTML, keyboard support, visible focus states, and ARIA labels where they count.

  • Handover documentation

    Deployment notes, file guides, and a walkthrough so you understand the build and how to request updates.

  • Staged reviews

    Agreed milestones so you can review and give feedback in the browser before anything goes live.

  • Clear project timeline

    Scope writing and reliable estimates upfront so you can plan around delivery with confidence.

Scope

What I do not take on

I do not design or develop full Shopify, WooCommerce, or comparable online stores — catalogue, cart, checkout, and ongoing store operations are best handled on those platforms with people who specialise in them.

I can still help with landing pages, campaign pages, and brochure-style sites that send visitors to a shop or checkout you already run elsewhere.

Delivery

From brief to handover

Most builds follow a short discovery pass, agreed milestones, then staged delivery so you can review in the browser before launch. You receive the full source code and repository access. The live site is hosted on my infrastructure as part of your monthly hosting plan.

The site changes add-on is available for regular small updates (up to 3 hours/month). If you need more work, it is quoted at an hourly rate you agree in discovery/proposal.

Quoting

How quoting usually works

  • Figures are excluding GST unless we agree otherwise in your proposal.
  • Build prices are from the ballpark shown — final scope is confirmed in writing.
  • Upfront builds are often split into a deposit to start and a balance on delivery (or staged milestones on larger work).
  • Rush timelines, third-party licences, copywriting, and stock imagery are quoted separately when they apply.

Not sure which tier fits? Send a short brief — even rough notes are fine — and I will suggest a sensible path.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

How much does a website cost in Australia?
A simple landing page starts from around $800 AUD, while a multi-page business website typically costs from $2,500 AUD. Web applications with member areas, dashboards, or integrations start from $8,000 AUD. These are upfront build costs — hosting is required monthly (from $39/month) to keep the site running. Final pricing depends on your specific scope, so every project is quoted individually after a brief.
What's included in the price?
The upfront build price includes discovery, custom design, responsive development, performance basics, and delivery with full source code and repository access. You'll also receive handover notes and staging for browser review before launch. Hosting is separate and required monthly to keep the site live. Optional ongoing edits can be added as a monthly site changes plan.
Do I own the code?
Yes, you own 100% of the source code at handover. You receive full repository access and can take the code elsewhere if needed. The site is hosted on my infrastructure as part of your monthly hosting plan, but you're not locked in — the codebase is yours.
How long does a website take to build?
A simple landing page can be delivered in 1–2 weeks. Multi-page business websites typically take 3–5 weeks depending on content readiness and review cycles. Web applications with integrations or member areas are scoped individually — usually 8–12 weeks depending on complexity. Rush timelines can sometimes be accommodated for an additional fee.
Do you work with businesses outside Perth?
Yes, I work with clients across Australia. While I'm based in Perth, WA, most projects are delivered remotely with video calls for discovery and milestones. As long as we can align on scope, timelines, and communication, location isn't a barrier. All quotes and invoices are in AUD and follow Australian business practices.