Helping Australians find local businesses they can trust

We believe every local business deserves to be found — whether a customer is searching Google, asking ChatGPT, or browsing a directory.

What We Do

Local Dir operates specialised business directories across Australia's major cities. Unlike generic listing sites, each directory focuses on a specific industry — trades, fitness, beauty, automotive, legal, or pets — so customers find exactly what they need.

6
Cities
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Industries
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Directories
50+
Categories

Why Local Dir Is Different

AI-Optimised (AEO)

Every listing is structured for AI answer engines — ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews can read and cite your business directly.

SEO-First Architecture

Schema.org markup, canonical URLs, sitemaps, and clean HTML. Built from the ground up for search engine visibility.

Hyper-Local Focus

Each directory serves a specific city and industry. No noise, no irrelevant results — just local businesses that match what you need.

Lightning Fast

Sub-200ms page loads. No bloated JavaScript frameworks, no tracking scripts. Fast for users, fast for crawlers.

Quality Over Quantity

We remove spam and low-quality submissions. Featured listings are disclosed transparently. Trust matters.

Cities We Cover

We're currently live across six major Australian cities, with more coming soon.

Brisbane QLD
Gold Coast QLD
Sunshine Coast QLD
Sydney NSW
Melbourne VIC
Perth WA

For Business Owners

Getting listed takes minutes. Here's what you get:

A permanent, SEO-optimised listing page with your business details
Schema.org structured data so AI engines can cite you accurately
Claim and edit your listing any time via secure email verification
Network listings appear across all 30 directories for maximum reach
Featured listings get premium placement and enhanced visibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an AI-ready listing?

A listing formatted for answer engines: clear facts, stable URLs, and structured data so AI can cite it accurately. Learn more about AEO.

How much does it cost?

Single directory listings start at $29/year. Network listings (all 30 directories) are $99/year. Featured listings with premium placement are $199/year. Monthly billing is also available.

Do featured listings affect ranking?

Yes. Featured listings appear more prominently in category pages and search results. This is always disclosed transparently.

How do I update my listing?

Use the "Claim this business" link on your listing page. We'll send a verification email, and you can edit your details directly.

Can I get a refund?

Yes. If you're not satisfied within 30 days of purchase, contact us for a full refund. See our Terms of Use for details.

How do I earn as an affiliate?

Our affiliate programme pays 20% lifetime commission on every listing sold through your referral link. Join the programme.

Ready to get listed?

Join hundreds of Australian businesses already using Local Dir to get found by customers and AI assistants.

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