The Journal

Field notes from Bris.Social.

Honest writing on Brisbane social media, content production, and what actually moves the needle for small businesses. No marketing fluff.

11 October 2026

How Service Businesses Should Market in 2026: A Buywell Case Study

How a Brisbane service business turned its expertise into a content engine: weekly filming, credibility before reach, and a creative partnership. Results, method and game plan.

9 October 2026

Brisbane Restaurant Marketing in 2026: Stories Beat Specials

How to market a Brisbane restaurant in 2026, based on 45 local venues and 1,131 Instagram posts: why storytelling beats specials, and how to do it.

16 May 2026

Behind the Scenes: What Actually Happens on a Content Retainer

What actually happens when you sign a monthly content retainer in Brisbane? A transparent walkthrough of strategy, shoot days, editing, and delivery.

16 May 2026

How much does social media content cost in Brisbane in 2026?

Brisbane social media content costs from $800 a day for ad-hoc shoots to $15,000 a month for full-service. Here's the full 2026 pricing breakdown.

16 May 2026

How Often Should Brisbane Businesses Post on Instagram in 2026?

How often should your Brisbane business post on Instagram? An honest take on posting frequency, quality over quantity, and what actually works in 2026.

16 May 2026

Short-Form Video: Why Reels and TikTok Still Matter for Brisbane Businesses

Why short-form video on Reels and TikTok is still one of the best ways for Brisbane businesses to reach new local customers. Practical advice from a content creator.

16 May 2026

Social Media Content vs Paid Ads: What's Right for Your Brisbane Business?

Should your Brisbane business invest in organic content or paid ads? An honest comparison of both, when each makes sense, and why the combination usually wins.

16 May 2026

What to Look for When Hiring a Content Creator for Your Brisbane Business

A practical guide to hiring a social media content creator in Brisbane. What to look for, what to avoid, and why face-to-face and retainers matter.

16 May 2026

What you're actually paying for in a high-end Brisbane content package

Why do Brisbane content packages range from $3k to $8.5k a month? Most of the work happens before the camera turns on. Here's what you're actually paying for.

16 May 2026

Why Personality Beats Product Shots for Restaurant Marketing in 2026

The restaurants winning on Instagram aren't posting food flatlays. They're building characters. Here's why personality-driven content is the future of restaurant marketing.