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When it comes to Mobile App Development Cost, Australians spending more time online than ever before on their smartphones, an average of 41 hours a week, to be exact. The time to build a mobile application and monetise it as a startup business, improve your customer experience, or streamline internal operations, has never been better.
When Booty N Buff — one of Australia’s leading supplement retailers — set out to unite the fitness community, they partnered with Elegant Media for fitness app development in order to create a powerful, cross-platform mobile experience that brings training, nutrition, supplement shopping and community together in one place.
The result is a beautiful mobile app that blends their passion for fitness with our cutting-edge technology, delivering real, meaningful value to users every single day.
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Every day, Melbourne Market moves the fresh produce that feeds Victoria. As the state’s sole wholesale fruit, vegetable, and cut flower trading centre, this critical infrastructure supports thousands of businesses and facilitates billions of dollars in trade that sustains communities across the state.
The Market is Managed by the Melbourne Market Authority and it partnered with app developers Elegant Media to develop a comprehensive mobile application that transformed how traders, buyers, and visitors navigate and interact within one of Australia’s largest fresh produce hubs.
Home to some of the most innovative and successful mobile app developers in the region, Melbourne has established itself as Australia’s tech capital. From startups to established enterprise-level solution providers, these companies have been shaping the digital landscape for years, showcasing how the city’s app development ecosystem has evolved over time.
In this blog post we list the Top 5 Mobile App Developers in Melbourne – 2026
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Australia’s mobile app development industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by a rapidly expanding digital economy and increasing smartphone adoption rates. As of March 2024, Android dominated the Australian smartphone market with 54.3% of the share whilst iOS claimed 45.2%.
Whether you’re a startup looking to disrupt the market or an established enterprise seeking digital transformation, partnering with the right mobile app developer is crucial for success.
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It’s the start of another busy week at Elegant Media and Irshika Palanage, a software engineering graduate and intern at Elegant Media is excited for the week ahead. Irshika has been working on a big live project within the laundry industry and the app’s release on major app stores is just around the corner.
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In the heart of Melbourne, a quiet revolution has been unfolding for over a decade. Since 2010, Elegant Media, recognised among the best app developers in Melbourne, has been flying the flag for Australian-owned technology, creating digital solutions that empower local businesses to thrive in an increasingly connected world.
As we celebrate Australian Made Week 2025, we’re reflecting on the profound impact of supporting homegrown innovation and the ripple effect it creates across our communities.
Tradies or trade business owners such as electricians, plumbers, carpenters and landscapers, etc. are always at a premium for time. By embracing Artificial Intelligence AI Chatbots, tradies of any size can prevent lost opportunities, automate customer interactions, improve efficiency and drive business growth.
In this blog post we will describe how AI Chatbots in Mobile Apps can support tradies to manage their time and resources more efficiently and profitably.
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Everything Apps are no longer distant futuristic concepts but everyday realities set to revolutionise and reshape the way we live, work, and connect in an increasingly digital world.
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When it comes to developing a mobile application the upfront costs involved can be daunting, especially for startups or small businesses. With mobile apps becoming a critical tool for businesses looking to connect with customers, streamline operations, or innovate their services – flexible payment plans offer a budget friendly alternative to turn your app idea into reality, without breaking the bank – so you can save money while building an app that grows with your business – with no lock in contract!
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Australian entrepreneurship was once almost exclusively reserved for men. Not anymore! Now, female entrepreneurs are not only competing but also beating men at their own game.
We obviously still have a considerable way to go before women have an equally fair shot at being a successful Australian entrepreneur as men do.
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Be it Android App Development or iOS App Development, selecting which platform when developing an app is an important part of your mobile app development journey.
In this article, we will take you through the different operating systems with an overview of each so you as an app builder, can make an informed decision.
We will also cover pros and cons of cross-platform app development if you decide to develop your app to operate across both platforms (iOS or Android).
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There are thousands of Australians doing exactly that. But going from having a mobile App idea to earning a substantial monthly income from a Mobile App business is laden with pitfalls.
After interviewing hundreds of successful Australian App business owners who are earning between $10,000/month to $20,000/month from their Apps, we have identified three main steps which can ensure that your App idea too can turn into a profitable income stream.
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If you are a business owner planning forward with a growth outlook then Microsoft Power Apps Development is just for you.
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The growth of Artificial Intelligence in Australia is driven by its potential to create jobs, improve lives and contribute to overall economic growth.
In this blog post, we feature the Top 10 Artificial Intelligence Developers in Australia [2026].
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Mobile Apps make life simple and easy and this is why you need to consider strongly, the role that Mobile Apps play in Business Process Automation (BPA).
In this article, we talk about how Mobile Apps Drive Business Process Automation.
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If you have a Mobile App Idea and you are considering developing it one of the first things you would do is to create a Business Plan.
In this post, we take you through what is a business plan, why you would need a business plan and what exactly should go into a Business Plan with a handy downloadable App Startup Business Plan Template.
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In this blog post, we highlight how Mobile Apps drive Digital Transformation Strategies.
Embracing a Digital transformation Strategy that ignores mobile would be a fool’s errand, with mobile being the true face and heart of any digital transformation, offering an unmatched competitive edge to engage with all stakeholders of an organisation.
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When thinking about How to Optimise Mobile App ROI (Return on Investment) in 2026 it is imperative to have your basics in order, first and foremost and then move onto more advanced strategies, techniques and tactics.
In this blog post, we show you how to optimise your Mobile App ROI and secure a long-term financially viable and profitable future.
Elegant Media Australia, an award-winning Mobile App Developer in Melbourne, Australia has an overall score of 4.6 from 44 received Google Reviews, with 35 of those being 5 Star Verified Google Reviews!
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