To hire a virtual assistant in Australia, plan around time zones. Our team works from Kerala, India, so shifts for Sydney, Brisbane and Perth start early in the Kerala day. Prices are in US dollars, from $33 for 3 hours to $899 for 160 hours, or $5.62 an hour. PayPal converts to Australian dollars.
To hire a virtual assistant in Australia, the first thing to plan is the clock. Our team works from Kerala, India, so the overlap with Australian business hours needs a little planning. This guide shows the time zone overlap for Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, the tasks to hand off, and our prices. All prices are in US dollars. It is general information, not tax or legal advice.
Time zones when you hire a virtual assistant in Australia
Kerala is on India time, which is UTC+5:30 all year. Australia has several zones and some use daylight saving. Here is what 9 am in your city is in Kerala:
| Your city | 9 am there is, in January | 9 am there is, in July |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney or Melbourne | 3:30 am in Kerala | 4:30 am in Kerala |
| Brisbane | 4:30 am in Kerala | 4:30 am in Kerala |
| Perth | 6:30 am in Kerala | 6:30 am in Kerala |
Because of the gap, shifts for Australian business hours start early in the Kerala morning. We plan the shift around your day, so your assistant is working when you are. Tell us your hours when you start.
Tasks to hand off to a virtual assistant in Australia
| Task | What the assistant does |
|---|---|
| Inbox and calendar | Sorts email and books meetings, ready for your morning |
| Bookkeeping support | Enters invoices and bills in the accounting tool you already use |
| Invoice follow-up | Sends invoices and polite payment reminders |
| Customer support | Answers email and chat from your saved replies |
| Admin and data entry | Updates the CRM, spreadsheets and files |
| Research | Builds lead lists and supplier comparisons |
| Social posts | Schedules posts you have approved |
| Website upkeep | Updates pages, listings and booking links |
Bookkeeping help is record keeping, not tax or accounting advice. Ask your accountant how GST and BAS apply to your business.
A simple daily rhythm for Australian business hours
- Evening before: leave your tasks and notes in the portal.
- Overnight: your assistant works through them during the early Kerala morning.
- Your morning: review finished tasks and send feedback.
- Friday: check hours used and plan next week.
This rhythm means work is waiting for you when your day starts. Write each task once as a brief. The task brief templates show how.
What it costs, in USD
| Plan | Price | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| 3-hour block | $33 | $11.00 |
| Pay-as-you-go | $12 an hour | $12.00 |
| Part-time, 80 hours a month | $500 | $6.25 |
| Full-time, 160 hours a month | $899 | $5.62 |
The USD prices are the same in every country. PayPal converts them to Australian dollars when you subscribe, so the final amount depends on the exchange rate that day. Unused hours roll over while your account is active, and a team lead reviews every task. For all plans, see the pricing page. For local bookkeeping facts, read online bookkeeping services in Australia.
How to start
- List your repeat tasks and the monthly hours they take.
- Pick a small plan, or try the 3-hour free trial. The trial runs for 2 days, then the plan you choose starts.
- Tell us your business hours and city so we can plan the shift.
Early morning shifts: what to expect
Early morning shifts are normal for Australian clients. Your assistant starts while your day is ending, and work is ready when you wake up. Send tasks the evening before. Keep each brief short and clear. Add a deadline in your own time zone.
If you want to hire a virtual assistant in Australia for same-day work, plan the hand-off. Tasks sent before your lunch can come back by the end of your day. Tasks sent late in the day come back next morning. Most owners find this rhythm easy after a week.
When you hire a virtual assistant in Australia, also think about urgent needs. Our assistants work online and do not make calls. For anything urgent that needs a phone, keep a local contact. Share your public holidays and your busy periods too, so the shift plan stays right all year.
In Canada? Read hire a virtual assistant in Canada.
Want to talk first? Book a strategy call or see our Australia page.
Helpful next steps
- Time zone planner
- Virtual assistant rates: US vs UK vs Australia
- Dedicated virtual assistant plans
- Cost calculator
Frequently asked questions
Can I hire a virtual assistant in Australia from MyRemoteVA?
Yes. We serve Australian businesses. Our team works from Kozhikode, Kerala, India, and plans shifts around your working day. Our assistants do not make phone calls.
How do the time zones work?
Kerala is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Perth, and 4 hours 30 minutes or 5 hours 30 minutes behind Sydney and Melbourne, depending on daylight saving. Shifts for Australian business hours start early in the Kerala morning.
What currency do you charge in?
Prices are in US dollars. PayPal converts the amount to Australian dollars when you subscribe.
How much does it cost?
A 3-hour block is $33, pay-as-you-go is $12 an hour, part-time is 80 hours for $500, and full-time is 160 hours for $899, or $5.62 an hour.
What is doing this yourself costing you?
Doing it yourself: $2,165 a month of your time.
The same hours at our $12/hr pay-as-you-go rate: $520. Dedicated plans start at $5.62/hr.
Simple maths from the numbers you enter. It assumes a VA can take on those hours.
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