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Mar 16, 2023

Business 101

The Most Important Things Your Business Needs To Be Successful

What does it take to make a successful business? This article will go through a few things to help make your business a success!

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Mar 16, 2023

Business 101

The 4 Ps Of Marketing For Australian Business Owners

Every business owner in Australia should have an understanding of the Four Ps of marketing (the marketing mix) to help guide their business in the right direction.

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Mar 16, 2023

Cyber Insurance

Should I Buy Cyber Insurance?

Did you know that the cost of a cyber incident on Australian small businesses is $9,000 on average?

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Mar 16, 2023

Business 101

Monthly Payments Now Available!

upcover launches pay-by-the-month insurance options for SMEs & sole traders Accessing Australia’s fastest business insurance just got even easier

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Mar 16, 2023

Beauty & Personal Care

Is There Demand For Makeup Artists In Australia?

Do you want to become a makeup artist but are wondering if there is demand for makeup artists in Australia? This article will help you understand the climate of makeup artists in Australia.

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Mar 16, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Is There Demand For Landscapers In Australia?

Are you thinking of becoming a landscaper but aren't sure if there's demand in the industry? This article will give you some insights!

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Mar 16, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Is There Demand For Gardeners In Australia?

Are you thinking of starting your own gardening business but are wondering if there's enough demand for gardeners in Australia? This article will give you some insights.

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Mar 16, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Is There Demand For Electricians In Australia?

Are you wondering if there's demand for electricians in Australia? Maybe you're thinking of starting your own electrician business? This article will give you some insights!

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Mar 16, 2023

Beauty & Personal Care

Is Starting A Makeup Artist Business Worth It?

Are you thinking about starting your own makeup artist business? Is starting a makeup artist business a good idea? This article will help you paint a better picture on starting a makeup artist business!

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Mar 16, 2023

Business 101

Is Starting A Gift Shop Worth It?

Are you considering starting your own gift shop? This article will go through the pros and cons of opening a gift shop.

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Mar 16, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Is It Worth Starting My Own Plumbing Business?

Are you thinking of starting your own plumbing business? You're probably wondering if a plumbing business is worth starting? This article will give you some insights!

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Mar 16, 2023

Tradies & Construction

Is It Worth Starting My Own Carpentry Business?

Do you want to start your own carpentry business but aren't sure if it's worth it? This article will go through some of the reasons why starting a carpentry business is a great idea!

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Sep 29, 2026

Insurance Basics

Is professional indemnity insurance mandatory for architects in Australia?

Professional indemnity insurance is mandatory for practising architects in six states and territories. See what each board requires and the minimums.

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Sep 29, 2026

Insurance Basics

How much does bakery insurance cost in Australia?

How much does bakery insurance cost? Public and products liability for bakeries that sell products made elsewhere is from $360 a year for a $10m limit.

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Sep 29, 2026

Insurance Basics

What insurance does a bakery need in Australia?

What insurance does a bakery need? The covers bakeries commonly arrange, what affects the cost of bakery insurance and how product recall works.

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Sep 29, 2026

Insurance Basics

How to Choose Professional Indemnity Insurance? 10 Steps Guide

A 10-step checklist for choosing professional indemnity insurance: claims made cover, retroactive dates, defence costs, exclusions and run-off.

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Sep 23, 2026

Allied Health

Professional indemnity insurance for allied health therapists: what it is designed to cover

What professional indemnity insurance is designed to cover for therapists, plus what practitioners across ten therapy modalities paid for combined cover.

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Sep 22, 2026

Insurance Basics

How much does professional indemnity insurance cost in Australia?

Professional indemnity insurance costs $764 to $2,092 a year for most Australian businesses. Real prices from 270+ policies, by industry.

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Sep 11, 2026

Tradies & Construction

11 Marketing Tips for Carpenters: How to Get More Work

11 carpentry marketing tips to grow your business: Google, reviews, referrals, project photos, online advertising, etc. Plus how to set a budget.

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Sep 10, 2026

Tradies & Construction

How Much Does a Carpentry Business Owner Make in Australia?

A qualified carpenter earns $80,000 to $95,000 per year as an employee. Self-employed subcontractors charge $55 to $130 per hour but net significantly less after costs.

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Sep 2, 2026

Insurance Basics

How much does workers compensation insurance cost in Australia?

Workers compensation insurance costs most employers around 1% to 2% of wages. See 2026-27 state rates, per-employee examples and how to estimate yours.

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Sep 1, 2026

Tradies & Construction

Public Liability Insurance for Sole Traders: 2026 Australia Cost Guide

Sole traders have no separate business entity, so personal assets may be exposed to a claim. What public liability costs by occupation, and the legal rules.

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Sep 1, 2026

Beauty & Personal Care

Beautician public liability insurance: cost, cover and claims

Beauty therapists pay $362 to $405 a year and salons around $377. Cosmetic tattoo lifts it to $512, skin needling to $908. Real upcover policy data.

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Sep 1, 2026

Cleaning Services

Public Liability Insurance for Cleaners: From $24/Month (2026)

Public liability insurance for cleaners from $24/month, with most paying $38 to $70. Real upcover premium data, cover levels and claim examples.

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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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