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Modern, mobile-first websites for Southbank businesses — built fast, maintained forever.

Congero helps Southbank cafes, retailers, trades and professional services grow online with SEO-ready websites, local search optimisation and unlimited updates — all included in one fixed monthly price.

$49
Per month (all-inclusive)
60s
Demo &site creation via WhatsApp
Unlimited
Updates — add specials, services or photos by text
Local SEO
Optimised for Southbank & Melbourne searches

Why Southbank businesses need a Southbank-focused website

Southbank is one of Melbourne's busiest precincts — riverside foot traffic, tourists at Crown and South Wharf, and a dense mix of apartments and offices. That means your customers are searching "near me" and expecting accurate business hours, menus, or service areas. A generic website won't cut it — your online presence must speak directly to local people and local search signals.

Be found in Southbank searches

We optimise titles, meta descriptions, schema and Google Business Profile so you show up for searches like "plumber Southbank", "Southbank cafe open now" or "commercial electrician near Southbank".

Local-first SEO increases walk-in and phone enquiries from the precinct.

Mobile-first for foot traffic

Most Southbank visitors search on mobile while on the move. We build sites that load fast, show click-to-call buttons, maps to your Southbank address, and clear opening hours.

Fast mobile UX = more conversions from on-the-spot searches.

Local trust & credibility

We include customer testimonials, project galleries and local logos (e.g. "Servicing Southbank since 2019") to build trust with residents, nearby offices and tourists who value social proof.

Local signals improve conversion rates for SMBs in the precinct.

Track where your Southbank leads come from

Our monthly analytics show which pages and keywords drive visits from Southbank postcodes (3006) and nearby suburbs — so you can double down on what works.

Data-driven decisions for local marketing spend.

Southbank website design & development services

Everything local businesses need in one predictable monthly plan — design, hosting, updates and local SEO.

Custom local designs

Designs that reflect your Southbank vibe — from modern cafes by the Yarra to professional service firms on Clarendon Street.

Google Business & maps

Claim, optimise and connect your Google Business Profile — essential for Southbank "near me" queries and map listings.

Fast launch

Demo & starter site via WhatsApp in under 60 seconds — perfect for trades and hospitality owners who need to go live fast.

Unlimited updates

Text us changes — update menus, add specials for Southbank events, change prices — we do the work with no extra fees.

Secure hosting & SSL

Fast, secure hosting with SSL and automated backups included — no technical headaches for Southbank business owners.

Monthly analytics

Actionable reports showing visits from Southbank, top pages and lead sources so you can measure growth.

Pricing — simple and predictable

All plans include domain help, hosting, SSL, local SEO basics and unlimited updates. No lock-in contracts.

Starter

$49
Per month — best for small shops & sole traders
  • Custom Southbank-ready site
  • Local SEO basics
  • Unlimited updates
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Business

$69
Per month — for growing Southbank businesses
  • Multi-page site & galleries
  • Priority support
  • Advanced local SEO
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Pro

$129
Per month — for venues, larger retailers & agencies
  • Custom integrations & booking
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Advanced analytics
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All plans include free domain help (we can register or transfer your domain), secure hosting, automated backups, SSL certificate and regular performance monitoring. No hidden fees — just one predictable monthly price that keeps your Southbank website working and converting.

How it works — fast, local, and simple

1

Start a demo

Begin with a free demo via WhatsApp — no forms or credit card.
2

Local setup

We create a Southbank-focused site with maps, hours and local schema.
3

Review & tweak

Tell us updates by text — we'll push changes live in minutes.
4

Grow with data

Monthly analytics identify where Southbank traffic converts best.

Southbank case study — Riverside Cafe

Southbank cafe

"Within 48 hours our new site was live. We doubled walk-in traffic from tourists searching 'cafes near me' and our online bookings increased 35% in the first month." — Riverside Cafe, Southbank

The challenge

Riverside Cafe needed a mobile-first site that surfaced in Southbank and South Wharf searches, showed daily specials and linked to their booking system.

What we did

  • Built a fast, responsive site with click-to-call and map
  • Optimised Google Business Profile and local schema
  • Added daily specials with an easy update flow by text

The result

35% increase in online bookings, more phone leads from tourists and a consistent top-3 ranking for "Southbank cafe" searches.

A practical example of how local optimisation drives measurable revenue for Southbank businesses.

Frequently asked questions — Southbank

How quickly can you get a Southbank site live?
We can deliver a demo site via WhatsApp in under 60 seconds and have a fully customised site live within 24–48 hours depending on content availability.
Do you optimise for Southbank and Melbourne-wide searches?
Yes — we handle local SEO basics (title tags, meta descriptions, schema, Google Business Profile) so you rank for both Southbank-specific queries and relevant Melbourne searches.
What if I need to change opening hours for an event on Southbank?
Text us the change and we’ll update the site in minutes — no extra charge. Great for pop-ups, special event hours, or riverfront festival schedules.
Will I own my domain?
Yes — your domain is yours. We can register it for you or transfer an existing domain. Hosting and site management remain part of the subscription unless you request a full export.
Do you work with venues and larger Southbank retailers?
Yes — our Business and Pro plans support bookings, integrations and custom features for venues, hospitality groups and larger retailers around Southbank and South Wharf.

Ready to grow your Southbank business online?

Get a local-first website that converts foot traffic, tourists and nearby residents into customers — with ongoing updates handled for you.

No lock-in contracts. Domain, hosting and local SEO included. We work with Southbank cafes, trades, retailers and professional services.

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