Model’s carb backflip makes her $5m
She hadn’t touched bread or potatoes in 10 years. But a joke from her boyfriend saw the couple dip their toes into the fast food world, resulting in huge success.
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Brothers score Woolies deal with ‘sticky’ idea
Two Brisbane brothers are making $3 million a year after a bumpy start with the aim of shaking up this common product.
‘Smashed’: Woman losing $50k a week
She thought the worst of the pandemic was over, but for this business owner and thousands like her, it’s never been tougher. And there’s no end in sight.
Wild way 20yo created $200m empire
It involved completing his high school work and then staying up to 2am some nights to get his product made. Now he sells up to 20,000 items a week.
How Sydney woman turned $10k into $400k
After her work dried up as international borders closed, a Sydneysider poured her savings into something risky, and it paid off.
Paris, Elon, help Geelong mum make $10m
Paris Hilton used the products at her recent lavish wedding, while the Aussie mum discovered Elon Musk had bought one when he posted it on Twitter.
How Priceline worker became rich lister
Jessica Sepel went to work for Priceline after school and now she oversees a $426 million business empire that’s landed her on Australia’s rich list.
Bizarre food makes Aussie a millionaire
While China’s culture has been “booming internationally”, the Sydney man wanted to shine a light on the “forgotten child” of the food scene.
Melbourne mates rake in $280k in one month
In one month this Melbourne duo raked in $280,000 as things went a “bit crazy” with the pandemic and they want to tackle one pet hate of customers.
Mum recovers from $1m loss with Aldi deal
The pandemic wiped out a whole lot of revenue overnight, but the Melbourne woman has now scored a deal with one of Australia’s most popular supermarkets.
26yo uni student builds $15m empire
Her appearance on Shark Tank saw her business “blow up” and now she’s on a mission to ensure a product for Australians is a bit more “sexy”.
‘Naked’ idea lands $13m Coles, Woolies deal
A Melbourne man is giving people the full drinking experience without the hangover as Aussies become more “sober curious” – and it’s paying off.
Obscene way comedian made $500k
Brisbane comedian Christian Hull lost his stand-up gigs thanks to Covid – so he turned to another way of making money and business is booming.
Mum’s Woolies deal solves gross problem
Along with her husband, the woman has built a brand that brought in $6 million last year and now they’ve now scored their first supermarket deal.
Woman turns redundancy into $14m empire
A Melbourne woman who started off operating her business from the boot of her car after losing her job now sells over 90,000 items a year.
$300 product taking Aussies ‘by storm’
When a young Melbourne couple lost their jobs and ended up on Centrelink benefits, they used the time to turn a hobby into a business that made $116k in one month.
Mum makes $5m from ‘quirky’ culture
One Aussie has created a range of unusual products including coffin-shaped shelves and witchcraft supplies like cauldrons and wands – and is raking in the cash.
Armed robbery sparks ‘priceless’ idea
A mum-of-three, who was held up with a gun, turned the terrifying experience into a sweet business that is booming.
$13 Woolies item sells out in one day
Two Bondi mates managed to get their popular treat onto Woolies shelves, with the $13 product selling out in just one day.
Aussie’s $34 ‘crazy’ idea rakes in $100k
Taking inspiration from her mum’s quirky beauty routine, and with the help of a 3D printer, a Sydneysider has already scored a US retail deal.
Aussie friends’ ‘insane’ idea rakes in $800k
Three Melbourne women found a desperate need for a product in lockdown, and thanks to TikTok found they weren’t the only ones.
Mums’ self-care item sells $10k in an hour
Despite being diagnosed with breast cancer within six weeks of each other, two sisters pushed ahead to launch their business – with a surprising result.
Woman’s saucy $2m deal with Woolies
The 29-year-old, who didn’t take a salary for three years, is out to disrupt one of the most popular products in Australia.
Aussies’ $10m idea to tackle men’s shame
It aims to take the shame and anxiety out of finding help for “embarrassing” health issues like erectile dysfunction and hair loss.
Mum’s $1m idea attracts Woolies deal
The Sydneysider started with just $2000 making products in her kitchen and has now found success with one unusual ingredient.
Aussies go crazy for $75 sweets box
The childhood sweets with a twist, such as a fairy bread lamington, have been a smash hit bringing ‘joy’ to people in lockdown.
7-year-old’s ‘bestseller’ idea makes $100k
The Victorian child wasn’t interested in making cupcakes and selling them for money and her push to do something new has paid off.
Mum sells home to chase $1m dream
A Melbourne mum put everything on the line – selling the family home – when the pandemic threatened to derail her business.
Aussie start-up to take on Disney Ooshies
It’s a cereal box toy – but not as you know it. And this collectable has a huge sustainable focus the world has never seen before.
Teen rakes in $10k with ‘bestseller’ idea
The young entrepreneur is staying up until midnight juggling school, homework and a lucrative idea that is raking in the cash.
Mum gambles house deposit to make $3.5m
Corina and her husband had $100,000 ready to buy a forever home, but decided to have a ‘crack’ at a business idea that has now brought millions.
Mum makes $115k with ‘outside the box’ idea
The Western Australian woman lost her job, but decided to risk some of her savings on a new business that is now booked out until 2024.
$2 million company started in just four days
When they lost their jobs, Pam and Jenny got together with friends and family to work on a simple product idea that took off within days.
Aussie makes $1.5m with ‘cheeky’ treat
Despite this treat costing $36, people can’t get enough and “love” sending it to friends and family, helping to make this business a booming success.
DIY dad’s device to stop messy kid’s meals
The free time created by the COVID-19 lockdown allowed more tinkering in the garage and a genius solution to many parent’s problems.
Mum’s meal service gets $500k boost
It’s one of the lucky businesses that has benefited from the COVID-19 pandemic as part of a market that is growing by 300 per cent each year.
Sydney woman’s $15k gamble pays off
The female entrepreneur has already made back the money she invested in her business, with the cocktail bags so popular she had a massive waitlist.
Mum nets millions from gross kid problem
It’s a problem that plagues parents – and one mum decided to do something about it. Now, she wants to see her ingenious device in every home.
MKR stars snag amazing Coles deal
The chef couple burst back into the spotlight last year when they lost MKR: The Rivals, but have bounced through the pandemic with new ventures.
Stylish way sisters made $300k in months
Bringing fashion to healthcare, the Melbourne duo had to hustle to bring out their product four months earlier as a scrub shortage hit Australia.
Aussies lose it over sell-out $10.50 treat
While most of their products are usually found in the pick’n’mix buckets, the brand is growing its presence with huge online sales.
$12 sport product makes woman $100k
The Sydneysider has turned her side hustle – and an unexpected product – into a sporting success and all while still working full time.
Woman’s $500k haul from sweet treats
The Aussie lost her job at the start of the pandemic but she spotted a gap in the snack market, took the risk and raked in the money.
Aussie model’s surprise new business move
She’s the daughter of Rich Listers, with her mum worth billions, and now she’s launched her own business in an unlikely space.
Couple make $1m from Friday night in
A Gold Coast couple started a business in their garage to stop going to the pub, have made $1 million and are shipping around the world.
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