From start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, we work with
brands to grow their revenue.

First Page is Australia's largest SEO agency and part of a global team of 300+ specialists across four continents, led from our Melbourne HQ, with nothing outsourced. Since 2011, we've grown organic traffic, leads and revenue for Australian businesses. We're a Google Premier Partner, a status held by only the top 3% of agencies worldwide, and every campaign runs on our own SENTR™ platform, so you see exactly what's happening, 24/7. And we back every engagement with pay-on-performance: if we don't hit the targets we agree on, you don't pay.

Client logos including Kytec, Compass, Cobild, Eroma, RayWhite, Seeker Agency, McLaren, Target, Microsoft, Shiseido, ING, Timezone, Whirlpool, Barry Plant, Greencare, Swan Academy, Setch, Holey Moley Golf Club, Evia Yoghurt Co., Wheel & Barrow Homewares, Bricklet and Cottage Cabins
Client logos including Kogan, D&E, Remedy, SiteGuard, Bodycare, Atlantic Group, Frank Body, Windsor Smith, Rolex, Tupperware, World Vision, Fitness First, Luxury Holidays, Lasoo, Indigenous Wealth, Shine Lawyers, Australian Unions, Floorsafe, Mazzucchelli's, Organics on a Budget, 13 Doctor and Foam & Rubber
Client logos including Intrinsic Partners, Belle Property, Rolls Royce, DHL, Red Bull, Sigma Healthcare, Bayer, Konica Minolta, Starbucks, Michael Page, Cathay Pacific, Spencer Travel, Fortitude Valley Dentist, Kwiktech, Lotter Australia, Gatsby Hair, LifeVac, UNICEF, Mandoe, Chocablock and Rapid Medical
Client logos including DeLonghi, Kaplan, Hairhouse, Laing+Simmons, JCDecaux, Black+Decker, Hire a Hubby, Samsung, McDonald's, JBL Harman, Harvey Norman, My Mechanic QLD, Hype Health Club, Nextclinic, Aircon Rentals, Seven Grams Coffee, Transport Training Academy, The Fast 800, Kinta and Dylan's Mowing
Client logos including Disney, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Under Armour, Amcal+, Industry Queensland, Safework Health, Woofys and Claimsplus Lawyers

Pay-on-performance guarantee

The First Page pay-on-performance guarantee

First Page SEO team collaborating at First Page

First Page backs every SEO engagement with a pay-on-performance guarantee. If agreed SEO traffic and ranking benchmarks aren't met within the engagement period, you don't pay. It's the clearest signal an SEO agency can give: confidence built on 15 years of results.

Guarantee scope, qualifying conditions and exclusions apply - see our terms of business for full details.

SEO services for Australian businesses

First Page delivers end-to-end SEO services in-house, so you don't need to take on any of the work yourself. Our SEO strategists, in-house web developers and content writers take you all the way through from planning to execution. You'll receive complete real-time visibility of all campaigns, with quarterly strategy reviews with your dedicated team.

AI SEO

AI SEO

Get your brand recommended by ChatGPT, Gemini and Google AI Overviews. We optimise your content for AI search so you're found no matter where customers are searching.

Technical SEO

Technical SEO

Build a fast, secure, and crawlable website foundation that Google's algorithm loves, ensuring your site ranks higher than your competitors.

Local SEO

Local SEO

Rank in Google Business Profile and the Map Pack for your suburb. Get found by customers in your area on Google Maps and search, driving more foot traffic and phone calls.

Link Building

Link Building

Build your site's authority and climb the rankings. We earn high-quality, relevant backlinks that establish your brand as an industry leader.

SEO Copywriting

SEO Copywriting

We write compelling, keyword-optimised content that ranks high on Google and converts your website visitors into paying customers.

eCommerce SEO

eCommerce SEO

Attract high-intent shoppers to your online store and convert more visitors into sales with our bespoke e-commerce SEO strategy.

Shopify SEO

Shopify SEO

We use platform-specific strategies to optimise your products and collections, supercharging your Shopify store and driving more organic sales.

WordPress SEO

WordPress SEO

Harness the power of the world's top CMS. We'll optimise your WordPress site to drive more organic traffic, engage readers, and generate leads.

WooCommerce SEO

WooCommerce SEO

Drive targeted traffic to your WooCommerce store. Our tailored WooCommerce SEO strategies will boost your product visibility and increase sales.

International SEO

International SEO

Take your business global. We'll optimise your site to target new countries and languages, tapping into a whole new world of customers.

Enterprise SEO

Enterprise SEO

Large-scale SEO strategies for complex websites and national brands. We handle the technical heavy lifting so every page drives results at scale.

Migration SEO

Migration SEO

Relaunching your site? Our SEO migration service protects your traffic and rankings, ensuring a seamless transition without losing valuable equity.

First Page does not work with adult content or any vertical that violates Australian Law.

Our SEO agency process

Our SEO agency runs a four-stage methodology: Discovery, Strategy, Execution and Iteration. Each stage has its own deliverables, owners and KPIs. You'll always know what's running, who owns it and how progress is measured at every stage.

Onboarding

Week 1

We'll match you with a dedicated account manager who's experienced in your industry. They'll get to know your business inside and out, align every idea with your goals, and ensure your SEO strategy puts your business ahead of your competitors.

Market & Keyword Research

Week 2

Your SEO campaign starts with precision research, where we go deep into your market analysis, competitor research and industry trends. We use this information to map high-value keywords to your site, making a crucial shift to Google-friendly infrastructuring and boosting organic search engine rankings.

Website Audit

Week 3

To optimise your website, we conduct an SEO audit to identify hidden roadblocks that are holding it back. From site speed and crawlability to mobile usability and site structure, we'll pinpoint exactly what needs fixing to get you ranking higher.

Strategy Implementation

Week 3

Once the groundwork is complete, we roll out your custom-made SEO strategy. This covers on-page SEO, technical improvements, and off-page link-building, all designed to increase your search engine rankings and drive consistent, qualified traffic.

Content Creation

Week 4-5

Our content team gets the keywords your customers are looking for onto your website pages, with optimised, scroll-stopping content. Your account manager keeps you in the loop with regular updates, trends, and performance insights.

Tracking & On-going Optimisation

Month 4+

You should start seeing growth in your key metrics, and we'll start playing the long game to cement your position on Google and in your industry. We continuously track rankings, conversions, and traffic, making data-driven tweaks to maintain momentum. As algorithms shift, we keep it agile so your results keep growing.

01

In-house end-to-end execution

First Page's in-house SEO strategists, developers and content writers working at First Page

We don't just audit your site and hand you a fix list. First Page's in-house team of specialists make updates and strategic changes on your behalf, from technical fixes to content publication and more, so your team doesn't need to take on extra work.

02

The SENTR™ client dashboard

SENTR client dashboard showing real-time SEO campaign reporting

We couldn't find existing technology that provided the right control and visibility. So, we built our own. SENTR™ is our proprietary multi-channel dashboard that integrates with Google Search Console and Google Analytics to provide you with 24/7 real-time reporting, campaign visibility and direct collaboration. 100% transparency and no useless PDFs.

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Content built for AI search

AI SEO content optimised for ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity and Bing Copilot

It's not enough to just rank on search engines anymore. With more and more people using AI platforms to search, we ensure all our content ranks for engines and AI, including Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity and Bing Copilot. Our content is built for 2026 - written by humans and optimised for AI.

The three pillars of SEO

Every SEO company structures its work differently. First Page's SEO methodology is built around three interconnected disciplines that compound over time.

01

Technical SEO

A fast, crawlable, structurally sound website is non-negotiable. Our technical SEO specialists address site speed, Core Web Vitals, crawl budget, URL architecture, structured data, and JavaScript rendering - the foundations Google's algorithm needs before it can reward your content. Technical SEO work begins in Week 3 of onboarding and continues throughout the engagement as Google's requirements evolve.

02

On-Page SEO

On-page SEO covers everything within your pages: keyword mapping, title tags, meta descriptions, heading structure, internal linking, content depth, and E-E-A-T signals. First Page's content writers and SEO strategists work together to build pages that satisfy both search intent and entity-coverage requirements. Every page we optimise is audited against the top-ranking competitors to identify entity gaps - not just keyword gaps.

03

Off-Page SEO

Off-page SEO is the trust layer: backlinks, brand citations, digital PR, and Knowledge Graph signals. First Page's outreach specialists build editorial backlinks from relevant Australian and international publications. We don't buy links or use link farms - every referring domain is manually evaluated for topical relevance and domain authority.

Real results. Real businesses.

Real SEO agency results: The proof is in the numbers

First Page clients have grown organic traffic up to 15x in 12 months, working with our team. We have dozens of case studies across retail, hospitality, B2B and trade brands that show what 15 years of SEO experience can do for your business.

Valore Cellar's

Our powerful strategies propelled Valore Cellar's online presence, leaving them basking in phenomenal results!

50% OF KEYWORDS ON PAGE 1
122% AVG. MONTHLY REVENUE INCREASE
54% INCREASED QTRLY ORGANIC TRAFFIC
Pokébox

First Page got the ball rolling for Pokébox, delivering jawdropping organic traffic and ROAS!

100% OF KEYWORDS ON PAGE 1
377% revenue increase yoy
277% organic traffic increase yoy
Dylan's Mowing's

Our SEO team's magic touch transformed Dylan's Mowing's online presence!

100% organic traffic increase
24% leads increase
Green Homes

Green Homes needed leads and rankings - we delivered a 1050% increase in B2C leads and 50% of keywords on page 1 within the first 6 weeks.

1050% B2C LEADS INCREASE
50% OF KEYWORDS ON PAGE 1 BY MONTH 1.5

Independent reviews: 110+ Google reviews averaging 5.0/5 across our Australian offices, and 500+ reviews averaging 4.9/5 across global third-party platforms including Clutch.co and DesignRush.

First Page SEO Awards

First Page has been recognised by The Drum, Google Excellence Awards and Clutch Global for our SEO work.

The Drum Awards

The Drum

The Drum: Best SEO Strategy & Biddable Team of the Year

Google Excellence Awards 2024

Google Excellence Awards 2024

1st Place: Online Sales

Clutch Global

Clutch Global

Top SEO Company 2024

The First Page SEO Team

The First Page SEO team at First Page

First Page boasts Australia's largest digital marketing team, with 78+ specialists locally and 290+ across our US, Singapore, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Germany and Austria offices. Founded 15 years ago by Nick Bell, First Page is leading the way in SEO and digital marketing across four continents.

Our SEO campaigns are driven by dedicated in-house SEO strategists, specialists, web developers and content writers. We don't outsource any of our roles or work.

Every digital marketing specialist at First Page holds Google's "Black Belt" certification through Google's Digital Garage program - a published credential, not a self-declared title. Senior strategists average 10+ years of agency-side organic search experience across Australian and international markets.

Meet the SEO team behind your success.

Every member of our SEO team is based in-house and brings over 10 years of hands-on SEO experience. They know search inside and out and focus on delivering real, measurable results for your business. We invest in ongoing training to ensure your strategy is built on what's working now, not what worked last year.

We deliver SEO services for businesses all across Australia, targeting local, state or national audiences.

The full team is published at the First Page team page.

Shayan

Shayan

Head of SEO

Soraya

Soraya

Senior SEO Specialist

Alex

Alex

Senior Technical SEO Specialist

An

An

SEO Specialist

Kaan

Kaan

Senior SEO Specialist

Harwinder

Harwinder

Senior SEO Specialist

Selim

Selim

Senior SEO Specialist

Bobby

Bobby

Senior SEO Specialist

Anya

Anya

Outreach Specialist

Chandra

Chandra

SEO Specialist

Elise

Elise

Senior Digital Marketing Specialist

Hannah

Hannah

Digital Marketing Specialist

Bella

Bella

Head of Content

Samuel

Samuel

Web Analyst

Luiz

Luiz

Head of CRO

Olivia

Olivia

Senior UX/UI Designer

Syed

Syed

Senior Software Engineer

Benson

Benson

Web Developer

An SEO agency that consistently outperforms the alternatives

First Page differs from typical Australian SEO agencies - and we like it that way. You won't find in-house, end-to-end execution, real-time reporting and a 15-year track record with hundreds of clients anywhere else.

vs.

First Page

Transparent, in-depth online reporting with actionable insights and recommendations.

Your campaign builds, research and data are yours to keep.

All members of our execution & account servicing teams are Google Black Belt Certified.

None of our SEO services are outsourced overseas. All of our SEO specialists, web developers and content writers are based in-house across our Australian offices.

Google Premier Partner certification - held by the top 3% of agencies globally.

Unbeatable quarterly performance milestones.

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Other Agencies

Provide limited reporting that hides key data and gives little to no real insight.

Lock you into campaigns where all the research and data stay with them, not you.

Build teams without the depth of training or certifications.

Offer unreliable outsourced work, sacrificing quality and accountability.

Are dependent on unorganised spreadsheets or outdated project management tools.

Rely on "package" solutions with no flexibility.

Deliver nothing more than a basic template audit and surface-level fixes.

Have no structured performance milestone model.

Provide poor account servicing with little care for performance.

Industries we specialise in.

First Page delivered measurable results with our SEO services in every industry. Here are some areas where we've built serious expertise:

Industry Examples
Professional Services Law firms, accountants, consultants, financial advisors
Healthcare & Medical Dental practices, specialists, allied health, clinics
eCommerce & Retail Fashion, homewares, electronics, specialty retail
Home Services Plumbers, electricians, builders, landscapers, cleaners
Real Estate & Property Agents, developers, property management, conveyancers
SaaS & Technology Software companies, tech startups, B2B platforms
Hospitality & Tourism Hotels, restaurants, tour operators, venues
Education & Training RTOs, universities, online courses, tutoring

Our Partners

Our network of premier partners gives us exclusive access to first in-market media products, exclusive collaboration plans and inside intel, so we can keep you ahead of your competition.

We service the whole
of Australia!

Opening hours

Monday: 9AM to 5:30PM

Tuesday: 9AM to 5:30PM

Wednesday: 9AM to 5:30PM

Thursday: 9AM to 5:30PM

Friday: 9AM to 5:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Melbourne office

Building 1, 658 Church St, Richmond VIC 3121

1300 479 226

[email protected]

First Page SEO FAQs

Three things: scale, guarantee and tech.

  • Scale: First Page is the largest dedicated SEO company in Australia, with 78+ in-house specialists across every SEO discipline - technical, local, eCommerce, AI, link building and content.
  • Guarantee: First Page operates a pay-on-performance engagement model - if agreed traffic or ranking KPIs aren't met within the engagement period, you don't pay.
  • Technology: First Page's proprietary SENTR™ platform delivers real-time visibility into every campaign - full transparency on actions, decisions and outcomes, with continuous strategy adjustments based on live ranking and traffic data.

Plus, Google Premier Partner certification - a tier reached by the top 3% of agencies globally.

No. Every single one of our SEO specialists works in-house. When you call, you get someone who knows your business and is available during Australian business hours. We handle every aspect of your campaign internally, including strategy, content, technical SEO, link building and reporting.

Absolutely. We specialised in high-stakes SEO-safe site migrations to ensure your rankings stay protected during a website relaunch. For brands looking to grow beyond Australia, our International SEO strategies help you target new countries and languages while maintaining your local authority.

Yes. First Page delivers dedicated eCommerce optimisation services with platform-specific expertise across Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce and Magento, alongside WordPress and custom CMS work. Whether the brief is Shopify speed and indexation, WordPress ranking performance, or WooCommerce product visibility, First Page developers ensure the site architecture is fully optimised for Google, regardless of CMS.

Yes. First Page provides a dedicated Google penalty recovery service, available to all our clients, big or small.

Consumers will often search for a business before investing in their products or services. This is why a Google search penalty can be detrimental, as customers may no longer be able to see your website in search results.

A Google penalty is usually the result of a breach in Google's guidelines. Professional recovery services can reverse the penalty and increase your website traffic by ensuring your SEO strategy is ethical and safe.

Monthly detailed reports, along with access to a live dashboard, give you complete transparency. Our reports include: keyword ranking changes, organic traffic trends, conversion data, backlinks acquired, technical health scores, competitor movements, and actionable recommendations for what's next.

You'll also have regular strategy calls with your dedicated account manager. We focus on business metrics (leads, revenue) rather than just SEO vanity metrics.

It starts with a free strategy session. We'll audit your current SEO performance, analyse your competitors and identify quick wins and long-term opportunities. If we're a good fit, we'll put together a custom proposal with clear deliverables, timelines and pricing. Most clients are onboarded and begin seeing work within two weeks of signing. Book a free SEO consultation and we'll take it from there.

An SEO agency improves a website's visibility in search engines like Google so it ranks higher and attracts more organic traffic. SEO stands for search engine optimisation - the process of optimising a website so it ranks higher in search results. The higher a site appears, the more people click, visit, and convert.

It covers everything from keyword research and on-page SEO (like content and site structure) to off-page SEO (such as backlinks and online reputation). Technical SEO also plays a big role, ensuring your site is fast, mobile-friendly, and easy for search engines to crawl.

When done right, SEO brings a steady flow of organic traffic.

It typically takes 3 to 6 months to rank a website on Google, depending on your niche, competition and starting point. Timelines can vary as search engines weigh over 200 factors (site age, technical SEO, backlinks, content quality and even seasonal trends). The time taken to rank in Australia versus in the US or globally also differs as your determining factors shift.

If you're launching a brand-new site, it may take longer to build authority and gain traction. For existing sites, fixing technical issues, tightening site structure, improving on-page SEO, and building high-quality backlinks can accelerate results.

SEO pricing typically ranges from $1,500 to $10,000+ per month, depending on business size, competition and goals. Local businesses usually invest $1,500-$3,000/month, SMEs $3,000-$5,000/month, and enterprise or eCommerce businesses $5,000-$10,000+/month. Pricing varies based on competition level, website size, geographic targeting and content requirements.

Be wary of agencies offering 'full SEO' for under $1,000/month. Quality SEO requires skilled specialists and a significant time investment. If it sounds too cheap, it probably is.

Although all businesses can benefit from SEO, 8 businesses that need it the most are:

  • Startup companies and small businesses
  • E-commerce stores.
  • Niche companies
  • Online services and SaaS providers
  • Companies that are locally exclusive
  • Professional medical practices such as dentists and doctors, etc
  • Professional legal services
  • Hospitality establishments such as bars and restaurants

E-commerce companies gain a powerful edge with E-commerce SEO, while startup and local businesses can attract ready-to-buy customers in their area with local SEO services.

SEO makes your website easier for high-intent users to find. By using the right keywords, content strategies, and technical fixes, you climb higher on search engines like Google and Bing, putting you in front of customers who are ready to purchase or engage.

At the same time, a well-planned SEO campaign builds authority by aligning with Google's E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness) guidelines, giving your audience confidence to choose you over competitors.

Yes, especially when done right. SEO is one of the most effective ways to drive leads and sales. In fact, 70% of marketers say it outperforms PPC for lead generation. By targeting high-converting keywords and optimising your site, SEO attracts the right audience and moves them from search to purchase.

Clear navigation, smart category structures, compelling product copy and strong visuals all help convert visitors at every stage of the funnel. The right SEO agency delivers a tailored strategy aligned to specific goals - moving visitors from organic search to qualified lead or sale.

Content is king when it comes to high-quality SEO. Across keyword-driven landing pages, educational blog posts and a myriad of other content types, knowing how to reach and convert your target market makes a massive difference to your company's bottom line.

So what does great content look like? Drawing insight from Google's E-A-T guidelines, you want to develop a tone of voice that resonates with your target market and ensure your content is highly readable. That means clear headings, simple fonts and no annoying ads. Google wants its search product to deliver the best results for users, so it is increasingly organising results based on content quality. For more information, see our Premium SEO content writing service.

Search engines (like Google) treat backlinks as votes of confidence. When trusted sites link to your content, it signals authority and trustworthiness.

Relevance plays a significant role in this process. Links from sites in your industry carry far more weight than random or low-quality sources. Strong backlinks can drive direct traffic and visibility, putting your brand in front of the right audience.

Backlinks also help with crawling and indexing by guiding search engines to discover new pages faster.

Topical authority is the type of authority established by creating relevant, high-quality content. The more informative, high-quality content you produce, the more visitors will regard your website as an authoritative, trustworthy source on a particular topic.

Search engines consider various factors to determine topical authority, including content depth and quality, inbound links from other authoritative sites, and user engagement.

Above all, make sure your audience finds value in what you have to offer because they're the ones who will cement your reputation as a go-to source for information on your chosen topic.

SEO generates free organic traffic. Google Ads services are paid advertising. SEO takes longer to build but delivers compounding returns. Once you rank, you get ongoing traffic without per-click costs. Google Ads deliver immediate visibility but stop the moment you stop paying.

Most businesses benefit from both: Ads for immediate leads, while SEO builds long-term authority. SEO typically delivers 8x the ROI of paid channels, making it one of the best long-term investments you can make.

SEO comes in two forms: black hat and white hat.

Black hat SEO uses shortcuts like keyword stuffing, link farms, and other tricks to game Google's algorithm. While it can deliver quick wins, it violates search engine rules and often results in penalties.

White hat SEO is the opposite. It's about creating valuable content, genuine white hat link building, and optimising for a seamless user experience. These strategies take more effort, but they deliver sustainable growth and protect your brand's reputation.

At First Page, we never touch black hat tactics. Our focus is on proven, ethical SEO methods that drive long-term rankings, real traffic, and leads you can count on.

A Google algorithm update is when Google updates or "tweaks" its algorithm to change what the SERP displays. These updates improve results and ensure users are satisfied with the suggested pages.

As the leading search engine, Google must deliver the most relevant results possible to ensure users see the best content for their needs. It takes a variety of factors into account, including user expectations and technological advancements.

As a business owner or marketer, it's important to stay on top of these updates and adjust your SEO strategy accordingly.

AI SEO ensures your brand appears when users search in AI platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. With 31% of professional searches now happening in AI tools, traditional SEO alone isn't cutting it anymore. AI SEO involves structuring content for AI extraction, implementing proper schema markup and building your brand as a trusted entity that AI models reference. If your competitors aren't doing AI SEO yet, there's a significant first-mover advantage available.

Ready to explore SEO? Talk to a First Page strategist.

Fill out the online contact form below or call us on 1300 479 226 to book in a discovery call. We'll discuss the state of your current site, your competitive landscape, target rankings and the right approach for your business stage. You'll also get a written proposal within 5 business days.

First Page operates Monday to Friday 9:00 to 17:30 AEST across our Australian offices. Email response within 1 business day; phone calls answered live during business hours.

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