Pricing Schedule for Writing Services

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Here is my pricing schedule for a full range of professional writing services as at 16 July 2026. All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (GST not applicable). Pay by bank transfer (no additional charges), or by credit/debit card or PayPal (3% bank processing fee).

Writing Service	Price in Australian Dollars
– WHS Documents – Training Course Development – Business Documents	AUD$95 per hour. Send through your requirements for a fixed quote. Employee handbooks/Safety Manuals are typically AUD$1,500 – $3,500 depending on the size of your business.
– Blog Articles – SEO Web Content	AUD25c per word (minimum of 600 words).
– eBooks and Digital Assets (text only)	AUD25c per word PLUS AUD$125 research fee. (minimum 2,500 words)
– Company Profile – Company Profile + MVV (Mission/Vission/Values)	AUD$400 (750 words) AUD$550 (1,200 words, 25c per word for extra copy)
– Business Capability Statement	AUD$650 (1,500 words, 25c per word extra copy)
– Professional Resume – Cover Letter – Curriculum Vitae – LinkedIn Profile	AUD$250 AUD $100 AUD$350 AUD$300
– Selection Criteria Writing	AUD$250 (4 x questions) Additional questions AUD$60 per question.
– Personal Statement – Professional Profile/Bio	AUD$250 (500 words) AUD $300 (750 words + 25c per word for extra copy)
– Personal Writing	AUD$95 per hour. Send through your requirements for a fixed quote.

Pricing Information

Goods and Services Tax (GST)

All service fees are payable in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are GST n/a.

Payment Terms

For new clients, jobs under $1,000 must be paid in advance. Larger jobs may be paid in (agreed) instalments — usually 50% upfront and 50% payable on delivery of 1st draft.

Jobs for long-standing clients must be paid within (7) days or in (agreed) instalments.

Payment Methods

I accept payments by Bank Deposit (Australian/NZ customers), Credit Card, and PAYPAL. Credit card and PAYPAL payments incur a processing fee of 3%.

An official invoice/receipt that displays my Australian Business Number (ABN) and trading address is issued for every job.

Intellectual Property

Full ownership (and copyright) of the completed writing transfers to the client upon full payment of fees.

Editing and Reviews

I work with you until you are 100% satisfied with your copy. Sometimes it takes one or two edits, but most of my writing jobs are approved on first draft.

Content Quality

All content is original and researched using primary sources (wherever possible). If a primary source isn’t available, I either don’t make the claim or make it clear where the information came from.

I do not outsource writing projects to other writers, everything is researched and written by me, Melinda J. Irvine.

Artificial Intelligence

Since early 2025, AI has become part of my work process — but as a research and thinking tool, not as an author. I use it for research, fact-checking, outlining ideas, and sharpening my command of a subject. On some projects, AI may produce an initial draft of a section, but nothing goes to the client without rigorous factchecking and editing.

Confidentiality

I respect the confidentiality of my clients and am happy to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before commencing your assignment.

Working With Melinda

I am an Australian professional writer and communication designer and complete writing assignments for small businesses and SMEs operating in Australia (typically with 0-25 staff).

Business Structure

I have an established business structure including Australian Business Number (ABN), invoicing system, and registered trading address in NSW, Australia.

I am not currently registered for GST.