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Mar 31, 2022

Business 101

Should I Register For GST?

Not sure whether you need to register for GST?

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Mar 30, 2022

Business 101

What Does Liability Mean In Business?

Liability in your business not only represents your financial obligations, but the term can also be used to highlight different risks in your business.

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Mar 30, 2022

Business 101

How To Set Up Your First Facebook Ad

Here is a step-by-step guide for setting up your very first Facebook ad. If implemented correctly, you should begin to see growth in no time!

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Mar 30, 2022

Beauty & Personal Care

Does A Beautician Need Professional Indemnity Insurance?

It’s critical that beauticians, cosmetologists, and other beauty professionals secure an insurance policy to shield them from such claims.

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Mar 24, 2022

Beauty & Personal Care

Does A Beautician Need Public Liability Insurance?

Beauticians need to make sure that they have the proper insurance coverage to protect themselves from lawsuits or claims against them.

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Mar 22, 2022

Insurance Basics

Is Cheap Public Liability Insurance Good?

When it comes to insurance are you better off paying more?

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Mar 22, 2022

Allied Health

Does A Nurse Need Professional Indemnity Insurance?

Even with the greatest care, mistakes can happen to result in legal action or personal lawsuits. It’s important that nurses take the time to understand what professional indemnity insurance is.

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Mar 22, 2022

Allied Health

Does a Disability Support Worker Need Professional Indemnity Insurance?

Claims can cause serious financial burdens and stress on you. Fortunately, there are insurance policies that can help protect Disability Support Workers in such an event.

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Mar 22, 2022

Allied Health

Does A Disability Support Worker Need Public Liability Insurance?

Since Australia has one of the highest rates of lawsuits in the world (following only the United States), Disability Support Workers should make sure they have the right insurance to protect them from financial burden.

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Mar 22, 2022

Business 101

5 Tips To Stay Awake & Focused When Working From Home

Are you struggling to stay away from your bed during the midday slump when working from home?

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Mar 22, 2022

Business 101

5 Great Small Business Ideas To Start

Whether you’re dreaming of running your own empire or simply would like to earn extra money with a side hustle, there has never been a better time to start your own business.

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Mar 17, 2022

Business 101

How To Manage Work-Life Balance As A Small Business Owner

Are you juggling a million things at once and feel like you have no time for yourself? Here are some tips that might help!

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Jun 23, 2026

Tradies & Construction

How Much Do Tradies Earn in Australia? 2026 Salary Guide

The average qualified tradie in Australia earns between $89,000 and $91,000 per year as an employee. Self-employed tradies turn over significantly more ($120,000 to $175,000 gross) but keep between 20% and 38% as net profit after expenses.

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Jun 17, 2026

Tradies & Construction

Handyman Insurance in Australia: What You Need and What It Costs

What insurance does a handyman need? Public Liability from ~$50/month, state job value limits, what work is restricted, costs by cover level, and common claims explained.

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Jun 17, 2026

Tradies & Construction

Plumber Insurance in Australia: What You Need and What It Costs

What insurance does a plumber need? PL from ~$80/month, VBA rules for Victoria, tool cover, costs by level, and common plumbing claims explained.

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Jun 16, 2026

Tradies & Construction

Carpenter Insurance in Australia: What You Need and How Much It Costs

What insurance does a carpenter need in Australia? Public liability insurance from ~$30/month, tools of trade, commercial motor. Cover levels, costs, and common claims explained.

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Jun 16, 2026

Business 101

Insurance for Market Stall Holders in Australia

Market stall insurance in Australia from ~$35/day or ~$125/year. What cover you need, what markets require, and how to get your certificate instantly.

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Jun 16, 2026

Insurance Basics

What Insurance Do Disability Support Workers Need in Australia?

What insurance do NDIS disability support workers need? PL, PI, personal accident, cyber. Registered vs unregistered. Costs from ~$420/yr.

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Jun 16, 2026

Tradies & Construction

What Insurance Do Electricians Need in Australia?

What insurance do electricians need in Australia? PL required for licensed contractors in some states. Check state rules, QLD consumer protection, tools, costs, and claims.

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Jun 16, 2026

Health & Wellness

Insurance for Therapists in Australia: 2026 Complete Guide

Insurance for therapists in Australia explained. Key risks, real claim examples, PACFA, ATMS, ACA minimums, costs, exclusions and how to choose cover.

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Jun 16, 2026

Insurance Basics

What Is Employers Liability Insurance?

In most Australian contexts, employers liability insurance refers to workers compensation. What it covers, state schemes, and the gaps.

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Jun 16, 2026

Insurance Basics

What Is Public Liability Insurance?

Public liability insurance covers your business if a third party (a customer, supplier, or member of the public) claims they were injured or their property was damaged because of your business activities. It may help cover the legal defence costs and any compensation awarded, subject to policy terms.

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Jun 16, 2026

Beauty & Personal Care

How to Become a Cosmetic Tattoo Artist in Australia: The 14-Step Checklist

What are the requirements to become a cosmetic tattoo artist in Australia. This checklist covers every requirement you need to meet, organised into four phases: Learn, Register, Set Up, and Operate.

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Jun 16, 2026

Allied Health

How Much Does NDIS Support Worker Insurance Cost?

NDIS support worker insurance from $30-$40/month depending on practice type, what drives your premium, how to reduce it, and the vehicle cover gap.

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Mar 16, 2023

Business 101

upcover's second Finnies win!

We won the Best Workplace Diversity award at FinTech Australia Awards last night. The upcover team is 41 brilliant individ...

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Oct 5, 2022

Cyber Insurance

Cyber & Privacy Liability Insurance

upcover has worked with market leading insurance partners to launch Australia's first fully digital cyber security insurance offering for Aussie businesses.

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