welcome to the collaborative co.

The right support,
matched to you.

Hello and Welcome to The Collaborative Co.

We connect Australian businesses with skilled offshore Virtual Assistants, so you can finally save time, reduce costs, and focus on growing your business.

We offer full-time, part-time, or project-based support so you always have the help that suits your individual needs.

Ellyse Murchie, Founder of The Collaborative Co

meet our founder

Hey, I'm Ellyse

With years of hands-on experience across multiple industries, I’ve seen the reality of business ownership: juggling endless tasks, managing teams, and struggling to find time to focus on growth. I’ve been there, and I know how quickly overwhelm can take over.

That’s why I built The Collaborative Co.

Backed by my experience as a 23/24 Australian VA Finalist of the Year, I’ve built a team of dedicated Virtual Assistants who share my commitment to excellence.

So, why do business owners choose The Collaborative Co.?

Cost-effective support – High-quality offshore talent without the overheads of local hires.

Proven reliability – Skilled, hard-working VAs who are committed to your success.

Tailored matching – We carefully pair you with the right VA for your unique needs.

Team-backed approach – Ongoing support from our Australian-based founder and client success team.

Our Cost-Saving Advantage

MORE SUPPORT, LESS SPEND.

  • $22,700 in wages saved annually

  • $7,980 in super saved annually

  • $5,115 in annual leave saved annually

  • $2,558 in sick leave saved annually

Hiring a full-time Australian Administrative Assistant costs an average of $66,500 per year (2025 data*).

With The Collaborative Co., you can secure a full-time, highly skilled Filipino VA for $3,650 per month, just $43,800** per year for 40 hours of dedicated weekly support.

That means you’re saving at least $33,238 a year on wages, super, and sick leave alone, without compromising on skill, reliability, or quality.

Source: Job Outlook – Administrative Assistants
** excluding GST

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You’ll uncover:

  • How many hours you’re losing on admin tasks

  • The true cost of doing it all yourself

  • How much you could save with a VA

  • The extra time you could reclaim

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