Opportunities for Teen-Safe Social App Development [2026]

Teen-Safe Social App Development in Australia

Australia’s groundbreaking social media legislation, set to take effect in December 2025, is about to reshape the digital landscape for social app development. The challenge is huge, but so is the opportunity.

With over one million teen accounts facing deactivation from major platforms such as Facebook, Threads, X, Snapchat, Kick, Twitch, TikTok, Reddit and YouTube, this moment has also provided aspiring mobile app entrepreneurs a very significant market opportunity. 

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Case Study: Fitness App Development – Building the Booty N Buff Mobile App

Case Study: Building the Booty N Buff Mobile App

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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Top 5 Mobile App Developers in New Zealand [2025] – The Best Partners to make your Idea into Reality

Top 5 App Developers in New Zealand [2025]

With over six million smartphones in New Zealand, whether you’re building a consumer-facing mobile app or a mobile business solution, New Zealand app developers have the skills, creativity and know-how to bring your vision to life.

With thousands of mobile app developers in New Zealand, selecting your best options to partner with can be daunting. Worry no more, as we list the Top 5 App Developers in New Zealand in 2025.

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What Affects the Cost of App Development in 2025?

What Affects the Cost of App Development?

So you attend a consultation with a mobile app development company and  one of the first questions you’ll ask is: “How much will this cost?”

It’s a common  straightforward  question, but the answer is not as simple. The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. App development costs can vary widely depending on features, complexity, and many other variables.

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Top 5 App Developers in California – 2025: Finding the Perfect App Development Partner

Top 5 App Developers in California - 2025

California, home to Silicon Valley, boasts some of the world’s most talented mobile app development companies. From startups to established brands, having a mobile app is now the norm. In fact, if you don’t have a mobile app for your business – you are missing out!

With hundreds of app development agencies operating across the Golden State we have made choosing the best app developer in California easy and simple with our list of the Top 5 App Developers in California in 2025.

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Case Study: Building the Melbourne Market Authority Mobile App – A Digital Hub for Victoria’s Fresh Produce Market

Melbourne Market Authority Mobile App

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.

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From Concept to Launch: A Mobile App Development Journey

From Concept to Launch: A Mobile App Development Journey

Turning an app idea into a successful product isn’t just about writing code. It’s a journey that requires careful planning, collaboration, and execution. Whether you’re a startup founder with a vision or an enterprise looking to expand your digital presence, understanding the mobile app development process is key to your success.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the entire mobile app development journey, from that initial spark of an idea to the moment your app goes live in the app stores.

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Elegant Media’s Community Impact recognised with 2025 Monash Business Award

Elegant Media 2025 Monash Business Award

Since 1994, the Monash Business Awards has recognised local businesses in the Monash area for their achievements and community outreach. Since its inception in 2010, Elegant Media continues to have deep rooted connections to the Monash community and its efforts were recently rewarded with a 2025 Monash Business Award for Innovation & Technology!

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Top 5 Mobile App Developers in Melbourne – 2025

Top 5 Mobile App Developers in Melbourne - 2025

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 – 2025

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From Code to Community : The Story Behind Elegant Media’s Mission to Support Lifelong Learning

The Story Behind Elegant Media’s Mission to Support Lifelong Learning

Anushka Bandara and Shane Perera began their entrepreneurial journey with little more than their education and an unshakeable belief that they could create something meaningful. The early days weren’t glamorous. Whilst other graduates were settling into corporate roles, Anushka and Shane were learning the hard way that entrepreneurship is equal parts vision and grit.

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AI-Powered Smart Traps – Elegant Media set to uplift Australian Avocado Growers

AI-Powered Smart Traps - Elegant Media set to uplift Australian Avocado Growers

Fruit Spotting Bugs (FSB) Amblypelta nitida and Banana Spotting Bugs (BSB) Amblypelta lutescens lutescens pose a significant threat to avocado growers across Australia’s horticulture industry.

Elegant Media in partnership with Macquarie University is presently developing AI-Powered Smart Traps that when completed, will track and monitor fruit and banana spotting bugs automatically on a 24/7 basis, sharing instant notifications directly to farmer devices.

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Top 5 Mobile App Development Companies in Australia – 2025

Top 5 Mobile App Development Companies in Australia

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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Giving Back with Gratitude: Elegant Media Celebrates 15 Years with Heart

As Elegant Media celebrates 15 years of innovation and growth, the team chose to mark the occasion with more than just a milestone. In partnership with Our Village – a not-for-profit organisation in Clayton supporting families and children in need across Victoria, the team dedicated time to a meaningful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative focused on kindness, teamwork, and hands-on service.

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Celebrating Australian Innovation: How Local Tech is Reshaping Our Digital Landscape

Celebrating Australian Innovation

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.

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