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Website Maintenance Packages Brisbane

Professional website maintenance packages in Brisbane designed for organisations that depend on their online presence. From security updates and performance optimisation to server monitoring and dedicated support, my maintenance plans ensure your website stays secure, fast, and reliable.

Unlike agencies that automate bulk plugin updates and call it maintenance, I manually review every update, check changelogs for breaking changes, test compatibility, and monitor your server and application logs for hidden issues. This hands-on approach means problems are caught and resolved before they impact your customers.

I offer website maintenance packages for all major platforms including WordPress, Laravel, Statamic, AWS, and more. With over 15 years of experience and trusted by organisations including ROH Wheels, Healing Foundation, Brisbane South PHN, and All 4 Adventure, you can be confident your website is in expert hands.

You're in good company

Culture Kings All4Adventure Creative Conversions ROH Wheels Museum of Brisbane Griffith University Wotif Group Healing Foundation
Culture Kings All4Adventure Creative Conversions ROH Wheels Museum of Brisbane Griffith University Wotif Group Healing Foundation
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FurnX Commercial Furniture Impact Office Supplies Blue Ink Gippsland PHN East Coast Bullbars Inspiring Brighter Futures Triple P Positive Parenting Program Brisbane South PHN Burger Urge

Website Maintenance Packages

Choose a maintenance package that fits your business. All plans include proactive security, updates, and dedicated support from an experienced Brisbane developer.

Stability

Core maintenance & security to keep your website protected, updated, and running smoothly.

$540 /month + GST

What's included:

  • CMS, plugin & extension updates to stay secure
  • Premium licence renewal management
  • 24/7 uptime monitoring & real-time alerts
  • Speed optimisation & advanced caching
  • Daily off-site backups with rollback support
  • Proactive security scanning & malware removal
  • Two-factor authentication enforcement
  • Server health & error log analysis
  • Server service updates & LTS upgrades
  • Debug mode & environment verification
  • Broken link & 404 error monitoring
  • SSL certificate management & renewal
  • Direct developer email support
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Care

Ongoing support, priority bug fixes, and site improvements with a structured delivery cadence.

$4,950 /month + GST

Everything in Stability, plus:

  • Priority support & bug fixes
  • Continuous site improvements & enhancements
  • Dedicated kick-off & onboarding session
  • Monthly sprint planning & goal setting
  • Weekly delivery of completed work
  • Google Search Console & SEO monitoring
  • Image & media optimisation for faster load times
  • Core Web Vitals & performance reporting
  • Dedicated staging environment for safe testing
  • Database optimisation & cleanup
  • Content updates & minor design changes
  • Dedicated Slack or Teams channel
  • Monthly maintenance report

Enterprise

Full-scale development partnership with strategic governance, ongoing development, and dedicated support.

$9,900 /month + GST

Everything in Care, plus:

  • Weekly or fortnightly WIP meetings
  • Quarterly business reviews & roadmap governance
  • Ongoing development & feature delivery
  • Data-driven UX/UI improvements at scale
  • Custom integrations, plugin & backend development
  • ERP, CRM & third-party integration support
  • Work priorities managed via Trello board
  • Priority support
  • Scalability planning & infrastructure reviews
  • A/B testing & conversion optimisation
  • Multi-environment deployment pipeline
  • Emergency after-hours incident response
  • Preferential rates on additional development

Stability plan pricing is for WordPress websites. Laravel, Statamic, and custom application maintenance is available — get in touch for a tailored quote. Additional support and development hours can be purchased across all plans.

Not sure which plan suits you?

Let's have a chat about your website and find the right fit.

Why Choose My Website Maintenance Packages?

Proactive Security & Vulnerability Protection

Website maintenance isn't just clicking update. I review changelogs, test plugin and framework compatibility, harden your site against emerging threats, and ensure two-factor authentication and security best practices are enforced. Every update is performed manually with a rollback plan in place.

Daily Backups & Disaster Recovery

Automated daily backups with off-site redundancy ensure your data is always protected. In a worst-case scenario, I can rapidly restore your website to minimise downtime and data loss. Backups are tested regularly to confirm they can be restored when needed.

Performance Optimisation & Speed Monitoring

Slow websites lose customers and rankings. I continuously monitor Core Web Vitals, optimise caching strategies, clean up databases, compress images, and fine-tune server configurations to keep your site loading fast for every visitor.

Direct Access to an Experienced Brisbane Developer

No account managers, no junior developers, no ticket queues. When you're on a maintenance plan, you deal directly with me - a developer with over 15 years of commercial experience who knows your site inside out. I'm based in Brisbane and available during business hours.

Google Search Console & SEO Health Monitoring

I actively monitor your Google Search Console to catch indexing issues, crawl errors, and ranking drops early. This proactive approach means SEO problems are identified and resolved before they start costing you traffic and revenue.

Server & Application Log Analysis

Many website issues are invisible to visitors but silently cost you customers - broken contact forms, failed API integrations, 404 errors on key pages, slow database queries. I review server and application logs monthly to find and fix these hidden problems before they escalate.

New to website maintenance?

If you're unsure what website maintenance involves, what it should cost, or what to look for in a provider, I've written a comprehensive guide that covers everything from CMS and server updates to security, backups, and performance monitoring.

“We have used Jonathan for a number of years to develop and maintain our rather complicated Online Portal and website. Jonathan is always extremely responsive to requests and proactive in ensuring our online presence is safe, presents well and is functional to our customers needs. We would definitely recommend Jonathan for your custom web development needs.”
Nathan Smith Marketing Manager, East Coast Bullbars
“Digital Bird is my first pick for delivering web projects on time, on budget and to the brief — every time. Beyond being a delight to work with, Jonathan Bird is that rare breed of developer who is both masterful on the tools (an absolute Laravel whizz!) while also being adept at engaging the client in UX-thinking, to which he applies expert insights, gained through years of experience, to help further improve the end design for the target user’s experience. This powerful combination of skills means that 4 years on and a variety of projects later (from search directories to corporate website developments), Digital Bird firmly remains my first pick for developer.”
Emma Keller Communications Manager, Brisbane South PHN
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“We’ve been working with Jonathan Bird for our website maintenance, and he has been nothing short of exceptional. Jonathan consistently goes above and beyond, responding quickly whenever we need help and resolving issues with impressive turnaround time. His communication is clear and thorough — he always explains what the problem was, how he fixed it, and provides helpful recommendations for long-term solutions. It’s rare to find someone this reliable and proactive. Highly recommend!”
Nichola Ross Marketing Manager, Rapidline (FurnX Commercial Furniture)
“Digital Bird has had a huge influence on our business providing many solutions besides just a fantastic reliable website. Jonathan is great to work with and has a solution to every challenge. Jonathan also has the ability to “dumb it down” and provide timely advice and assistance if something goes astray. With Jonathan we have in excess of 99% uptime on all three websites.”
Jeff Ross Director, Impact Office Supplies
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“Was an absolute pleasure to work with Jonathan. Could not be happier with our new website! Professional, responsive, brilliant communication from the beginning to go live. If you are fortunate enough to be in a conversation with Jonathan for a new site - just do it!”
Alex Brennan Director, Blue Ink Office Supplies
“I’ve worked with Jonathan from Digital Bird for several years and found him to be a highly competent developer who often exceeds expectations. Together, we’ve collaborated on a number of medium-sized platforms serving hundreds of thousands of users, including learning management systems, a widely-used school well-being platform, trade promotion competition sites, and more. Jonathan is very skilled in API and platform integration, payment systems (such as Stripe), AWS, internet security, and more. As a Project Manager/Product Owner, I feel very confident working with Jonathan and recommending his services to our clients.”
Zachary Bavas Technical Operations, Invision Media
Invision Media
“Highly recommend Jonathan for anything web development in Brisbane and Australia-wide. Have worked with a lot of developers over the years and Jonathan’s work and communication on projects has been a clear standout. A very talent developer if you’re looking for anything from WordPress, Shopify, Laravel, or anything in-between.”
Brodie Clark Director, Brodie Clark SEO Consulting
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“Jonathan Bird is one of the best I have worked with in this space. He is responsive, clever and contributes to the brief, and most importantly, he is a great person to work with. It can be hard to find the right people who can take on something and lift it to another dimension. Jonathan does that and more.”
Mark Gold Director of Corporate Affairs, AMA Group Ltd
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“Jonathan Bird was instrumental in redesigning my business’ website and provided invaluable feedback throughout the entire process. The results far exceeded my expectations. They then went above and beyond and met all deadlines in revamping the site again, when we re branded our business. Jonathan has been managing our website updates and hosting ever since and, with more than 10 years industry experience, is always able to add value, solve problems and exceed expectations. I highly recommend him.”
Craig Dobbs Partner, Apiary Financial
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“5 stars don’t reflect the real experience provided by Jonathan, but there aren’t more stars to give. Jonathan is the best in the business and is a dream to work with. He goes above and beyond for all requirements that Mobile Camera Security has and is the only developer that we will work with.”
Brandon Petterson Head of Technology, Mobile Camera Security
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Case Studies - Websites Under My Care

A selection of projects I've built and continue to maintain, support, and improve for my clients.

Impact Office Supplies eCommerce Website (B2B & B2C)
Algolia/TypeSense Search AWS Cloud Management Laravel Development

Impact Office Supplies eCommerce Website (B2B & B2C)

Impact Office Supplies is Australia’s leading independent office supplies store, enabling Australia-wide businesses and communities to order your office supplies online with ease.

Rumble's Quest Child Wellbeing Measurement & Reporting Platform
Laravel Development AWS Cloud Management

Rumble's Quest Child Wellbeing Measurement & Reporting Platform

Rumble's Quest is a robust and reliable measure of social and emotional wellbeing for primary school children in Australia. The digital tools developed help to measure and report back to educators.

Delivery Management Software
Laravel Development Algolia/TypeSense Search AWS Cloud Management

Delivery Management Software

A powerful delivery management solution streamlining logistics, enhancing real-time tracking, and optimising operations.

Hour Cap Time Tracking & Billing SaaS Application
Laravel Development

Hour Cap Time Tracking & Billing SaaS Application

A modern, full-featured time tracking and billing platform built for freelancers, consultants, and small teams who bill client hours and need seamless Xero integration for invoicing.

Brisbane South PHN Website Refresh
Statamic Development

Brisbane South PHN Website Refresh

Brisbane South PHN required a website refresh that would allow the health professionals in their region to easily find the information required, which involved a sitemap and menu overhaul, full content rewrite and refreshed design.

Pasifika and Māori Health and Wellbeing Strategy Website
Algolia/TypeSense Search Statamic Development

Pasifika and Māori Health and Wellbeing Strategy Website

A website that provides online strategy updates, a services search engine and resources for local community service providers to support Pasifika and Maori peoples.

Website Maintenance FAQs

Here are some of the most common questions about website maintenance packages that I get asked.

How much do website maintenance packages cost?

My website maintenance packages start from $540/month + GST for the Stability plan, which covers security updates, uptime monitoring, backups, malware scanning, and server monitoring. The Care plan ($4,950/month + GST) adds priority support, bug fixes, site improvements, monthly sprint planning, and a weekly delivery cadence. The Enterprise plan ($9,900/month + GST) includes ongoing development, quarterly business reviews, roadmap governance, custom integrations, and ERP/CRM support. Stability plan pricing is for WordPress websites - Laravel, Statamic, and custom application maintenance is available with tailored pricing. Additional support and development hours can be purchased across all plans.

What's included in a website maintenance package?

The Stability plan covers CMS and plugin updates, uptime monitoring with real-time alerts, security scanning and malware removal, server health monitoring, PHP/Nginx/MySQL updates, daily backups, and direct developer email support. The Care plan adds priority support, bug fixes, site improvements, a monthly sprint planning cadence, Google Search Console monitoring, a staging environment, and a monthly maintenance report. The Enterprise plan includes everything in Care plus ongoing development, WIP meetings, quarterly business reviews, custom integrations, and emergency after-hours incident response.

Do I need to sign a long-term contract?

No. All maintenance plans are month-to-month with no lock-in contracts. I believe in earning your business every month through the quality of my work and the results I deliver. You can cancel at any time with 30 days' notice. Most of my clients have been with me for years because they see the value - not because they're locked in.

What platforms do you provide maintenance for?

I provide maintenance for WordPress, Laravel, Statamic, Shopify, and custom web applications. I also manage AWS infrastructure, server administration (Nginx, MySQL, Redis, PHP), and third-party integrations like Algolia, Stripe, and Google Merchant Centre. If your business runs on multiple platforms, I can create a bespoke retainer that covers everything.

How quickly will you respond if my website goes down?

Response times depend on your plan. Stability plan clients receive email support. Care plan clients get priority support with a dedicated Slack or Teams channel. Enterprise plan clients have emergency after-hours support and the strongest delivery rhythm. All plans include uptime monitoring with real-time alerts, so I am often aware of issues before you are.

What does the onboarding process look like?

Once you sign up, I perform a comprehensive audit of your website and server environment. This includes reviewing your current security posture, checking for outdated software, analysing performance, and setting up monitoring tools. I then create a prioritised action plan to address any immediate risks or issues. The full onboarding process typically takes one to two weeks, and you'll receive a detailed report of my findings and the steps I've taken.

Can I request changes or new features as part of my plan?

Yes. The Care plan includes priority bug fixes, site improvements, and a weekly delivery cadence with monthly sprint planning. The Enterprise plan includes ongoing development, custom integrations, backend development, and advanced UX/UI work at scale - all managed through a Trello board with quarterly business reviews to keep priorities aligned.

How is your maintenance different from agencies?

Most agencies use automated tools to bulk-update plugins across dozens of client sites with minimal oversight. My approach is fundamentally different. I manually review every update, check changelogs for breaking changes, test updates on a staging environment where available, and verify everything works correctly after deployment. I also review server and application logs for errors that automated tools simply cannot detect - things like broken forms, failed payment integrations, or slow database queries that silently cost you customers.

Do you provide maintenance reports?

The Care and Enterprise plans include a monthly maintenance report covering what updates were performed, any security issues identified and resolved, uptime statistics, and recommendations for improvements. Enterprise clients receive additional reporting during their quarterly business review sessions. The Stability plan is focused on delivering core updates and security, so does not include monthly reporting.

Can you take over maintenance from another agency or developer?

Absolutely. I regularly take over maintenance from other agencies and developers. The transition process is smooth - I'll request access to your hosting, domain registrar, and any relevant third-party services, then perform a full audit of your current setup. I document everything and create a maintenance baseline so nothing falls through the cracks. There's no downtime involved in the switchover.

Talk to me about your website maintenance needs