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May 1, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Can A Plasterer Get A Builder’s Licenсe?

Learn about the importance and requirements of obtaining a builder's licence as a plasterer in Australia to access new clients and revenue opportunities.

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May 1, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Can A Plasterer Start Their Own Business?

Learn the essentials of starting and growing a successful business through experience, registration, equipment, and marketing.

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Apr 27, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Does A Plasterer Need A Builder’s Licence?

Learn why a plasterer may need a builder's licence, how to obtain one, and its importance for compliance with Australian territories.

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Apr 26, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Different types of Plumbing Services

Curious about plumbing services? Our guide explains various types of plumbing services, from fixing leaks to installing new systems. Learn more now.

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Apr 26, 2023

Business 101

Can An Online Gift Shop Be Profitable?

Learn about the profitability of an online gift shop in this blog, which explores how the low overhead costs make it a viable career option for small business owners looking to break out of traditional work methods.

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Apr 21, 2023

Real Estate

7 Steps to Writing a Real Estate Business Plan | upcover

Create a solid foundation for your real estate business with our guide on 7 steps to writing a business plan. Start planning for success today.

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Apr 18, 2023

Business 101

The Role of Managers in Ensuring Compliance with Legal Obligations

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Apr 18, 2023

Business 101

Starting a Food-Prep Business in Australia: A Step-by-Step Guide

Discover how to launch a successful food-prep business in Australia with our comprehensive guide. Learn about licensing, equipment, marketing and more.

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Apr 18, 2023

Business 101

5 Common Risks owners face while starting small business | upcover

Starting a small business? Be prepared for these 5 common risks, including financial instability, competition, and legal challenges. Our guide can help you mitigate them.

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Apr 18, 2023

Business 101

Market Stall Checklist: Transform Your Idea into a Successful Business | upcover

Transform your market stall idea into a thriving business with our checklist and creative set-up ideas. Plan, research, market, and evaluate for success in Australia!

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Apr 18, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Contractor vs. Subcontractor: Key Differences

Confused between contractor and subcontractor? Learn the key distinctions between the two. From legal obligations to project management, upcover explains it all.

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Apr 18, 2023

Tradies & Construction

How To Become a Roofer or Roofing Contractor | upcover

Learn how to start a career as a roofer or roofing contractor with upcover’s comprehensive guide. From education and certification to finding clients, we cover it all.

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Aug 7, 2026

Insurance Basics

Ecommerce Insurance Australia: Do You Really Need It?

Ecommerce insurance Australia: do small online sellers need it? What handmade, Etsy and Shopify shops should cover, what it costs, and what is not.

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Aug 7, 2026

Insurance Basics

Marketing & Creative Agency Insurance Australia

Standard cover isn't enough for marketing agencies. Discover how Australian policies cover IP infringement, defamation, campaign errors, and client data.

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Aug 7, 2026

Insurance Basics

How much does commercial motor and fleet insurance cost in Australia?

Commercial vehicle insurance in Australia may cost from around $1,200 a year per vehicle. Indicative ranges, fleet costs and what moves the price.

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Aug 7, 2026

What insurance does a courier or delivery fleet need in Australia?

Courier fleet insurance may combine commercial motor, goods in transit and public liability. What courier businesses need, and what to check.

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Aug 3, 2026

Insurance Basics

Tax audit insurance vs management liability: what is the difference?

Tax audit insurance covers ATO audit fees. Management liability may include a bundled tax audit section. How to compare standalone vs bundled cover.

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Aug 3, 2026

Insurance Basics

What does tax audit insurance cover?

Tax audit insurance may reimburse accountant, tax agent or lawyer fees to prepare for an ATO audit. What is covered, what is excluded, and how claims work.

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Aug 3, 2026

Insurance Basics

Commercial insurance advice in Australia: what to know before you buy

How commercial insurance advice works in Australia: general vs personal advice, how brokers are paid, what an FSG tells you, and what to check before buying.

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Aug 3, 2026

Business 101

Scalable business insurance for growing businesses

upcover arranges scalable business insurance that grows with your turnover, team and services. What to look for at each growth stage.

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Aug 3, 2026

Business 101

Affordable small business insurance in Australia

Comparing cheap small business insurance options? The price gap sits in the excess, sub-limits and exclusions. How to find affordable cover that works.

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Aug 3, 2026

Business 101

Where to find adaptable coverage for fluctuating risks in Australia

Flexible business insurance for fluctuating risks in Australia usually means modular cover with mid-term adjustments. How to change cover as your business changes.

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Aug 3, 2026

Insurance Basics

How to lower commercial insurance premiums in Australia

Lower commercial insurance premiums by bundling policies, adjusting your excess, improving safety records and reviewing your cover at every renewal.

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Aug 3, 2026

Business 101

Why is traditional business insurance so complicated to manage?

Business insurance is complicated because most businesses need multiple policies, each with its own wording, renewal and claims process. Six causes and what to do about them.

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Oct 27, 2026

Insurance Basics

How Much Does Startup Business Insurance Costs In Australia

Startup business insurance cost in Australia by cover: tech professional indemnity, cyber and public liability prices, plus GST, duty and cost factors.

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Oct 22, 2026

Cyber Insurance

What is social engineering and can insurance help?

Social engineering explained: phishing, invoice scams, vishing and smishing, warning signs, prevention steps and how cyber or crime insurance may respond.

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Oct 15, 2026

Business 101

Automated Decision-Making: Australia’s 2026 Privacy Rules

From 10 December 2026, some privacy policies must describe automated decision making. See what AI and SaaS vendors may be asked for and what to check.

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Oct 15, 2026

Insurance Basics

Insurance for Australian companies with US customers

Insurance for Australian companies with US customers: territorial and jurisdictional limits, how the USA and Canada may differ and what contracts may ask.

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Oct 15, 2026

Insurance Basics

Is there AI copyright insurance in Australia?

AI copyright risk sits in training data, outputs and customer contracts. See how provider terms, your contract and Tech PI or IP insurance fit together.

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Oct 15, 2026

Business 101

Does professional indemnity cover breach of contract?

A contract can promise more than a policy covers. Learn how Tech PI treats breach of contract, indemnities, warranties and liability caps in SaaS deals.

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Oct 15, 2026

Insurance Basics

AI agent liability in Australia: what to check in insurance

Who is liable when an AI agent acts? See which Tech PI and cyber cover Australian startups may assess and what insurers may ask about agent controls.

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Oct 15, 2026

Insurance Basics

Fintech Insurance Australia: Startup Cover Guide

Fintech insurance in Australia by licence type: RG 126 professional indemnity, Tech PI, cyber, the digital asset licensing change and partner requests.

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Oct 15, 2026

Insurance Basics

Professional Indemnity Insurance for Startups

Professional indemnity insurance for startups: client contract clauses, standard vs Tech PI, pivots, new ABNs, claims made cover and common exclusions.

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Oct 15, 2026

Cyber Insurance

Cyber Insurance Requirements in Australia: What Do Insurers Check?

Cyber insurance requirements in Australia: the security controls insurers may ask about, the Essential Eight, what to have ready and common exclusions.

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Oct 15, 2026

Business 101

IT Liability Insurance in Australia for IT Professionals and Contractors

IT liability insurance may combine Tech PI with public and products liability. Compare it with cyber and see claims examples and common exclusions.

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Oct 15, 2026

Cyber Insurance

How much does cyber insurance cost in Australia?

What cyber insurance actually costs Australian small businesses, from 700+ real policies: starting prices, typical costs by industry, and how to pay less.

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Oct 22, 2026

Insurance Basics

Business Car Insurance vs Personal Car Insurance

Business car insurance is designed for vehicles used for work. Learn when a personal car policy may not respond and how utes, vans and CTP fit in.

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Oct 9, 2026

Business 101

What is commercial motor and fleet insurance in Australia?

Commercial motor and fleet insurance explained: what it may cover, how fleet and single-vehicle policies differ, how CTP fits in and common exclusions.

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Aug 7, 2026

Insurance Basics

How much does commercial motor and fleet insurance cost in Australia?

Commercial vehicle insurance in Australia may cost from around $1,200 a year per vehicle. Indicative ranges, fleet costs and what moves the price.

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Aug 7, 2026

Insurance Basics

What Does Commercial Motor Vehicle Insurance Cover in Australia?

Commercial vehicle insurance may cover damage, theft, fire and third-party property damage. What is core cover, what is optional, what is separate.

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Aug 7, 2026

What insurance does a courier or delivery fleet need in Australia?

Courier fleet insurance may combine commercial motor, goods in transit and public liability. What courier businesses need, and what to check.

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