Drupal development and migration
For organisations where security, content governance, and compliance are not optional.
18+ years of experience
ISO 27001 Certified
WCAG Experts
AWS Hosting Partner
Trusted by Australia’s most respected organisations
Still on Drupal 7? You are running unsupported software.
Drupal 7 officially reached end of life on 5 January 2025. Security updates and community support have ended and every week your platform remains on Drupal 7, your exposure grows.
For organisations in government, healthcare, education, and the not-for-profit sector, running unsupported software puts you in conflict with security compliance frameworks and the basic obligation to protect your users’ data. Drupal 9 is also end of life. Getting onto a supported version is not a project to defer.
Built for governance, compliance, and long-term support.
Drupal 10 and 11 builds and structured migrations from Drupal 7 and 9. Codebase audits, module assessments, and phased delivery included.
Drupal 10 and 11 Builds
Custom content architecture, WCAG 2.2 compliance, and editorial workflows your team can actually use.
Drupal Migration
Drupal 7 and 9 migrations managed end-to-end. Codebase audit, module assessment, content migration, and staged rollout.
Built-In Accessibility
WCAG 2.2 compliance from the first wireframe. Documented audit reports available for organisations with formal obligations
Custom Modules
Custom modules built to Drupal coding standards when the core doesn’t cover your requirements.
System Integrations
CRM, member systems, and government data platforms connected with custom APIs where needed.
Hosting and Support
Hosted on Australian AWS with CI/CD pipelines, security monitoring, and regular patching managed by our Melbourne team
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The right Drupal development agency for regulated industries.
18+ years of platform delivery for Australian organisations in government, healthcare, education, and not-for-profit — the sectors where a platform failure carries real consequences.
Our clients typically stay with us for years. That is less a result of contract structures and more a result of how we work: honest scoping, realistic timelines, and a team that remains reachable when something needs attention, long after launch.
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Frequently asked questions about Drupal development
When does Butterfly recommend Drupal over WordPress or Joomla?
Drupal suits organisations that need enterprise-grade content governance, granular user permissions, or a platform with a strong security track record in government and regulated sectors. It is a strong fit when your content structure is complex, your access controls are nuanced, or your IT team needs a framework for auditing. For most mid-sized organisations, WordPress or Joomla are the better-value fit — we will tell you which during discovery.
Our platform is still on Drupal 7. What should we do?
Drupal 7 is end of life as of January 2025. That means no security patches, no community support. Running it puts you in conflict with most security compliance frameworks. The right response is a structured migration to Drupal 10 or 11. We can scope that migration honestly before any commitment is made, so you understand the effort and the path before agreeing to anything.
What does a Drupal 7 migration actually involve?
It is a rebuild with structured content migration, not a simple upgrade. The process includes a codebase audit, a module compatibility assessment, a custom code review, and phased delivery with staging-environment testing. Migration is also the right moment to address accessibility debt, simplify your architecture, and reduce the technical complexity that tends to accumulate on long-running Drupal sites.
Is Drupal used for Australian government websites?
Yes, widely, partly through GovCMS, a Drupal-based platform approved for Australian government use. Drupal’s access control architecture and security track record make it a common choice in websites for government agencies where content governance and data classification are operational requirements. We have experience working with government organisations and understand the accessibility and security standards that apply.
What is the difference between Drupal 10 and Drupal 11?
Drupal 11 is the current supported release, introducing PHP 8.3 compatibility, a refreshed administration interface, and updated tooling. Drupal 10 is still supported until mid-2026. For organisations migrating from Drupal 7 or 9, we assess whether Drupal 10 or 11 is the right target based on your module dependencies, integration requirements, and timeline and we give you a clear recommendation before any work begins
Do your Drupal builds meet WCAG accessibility standards?
Yes. WCAG 2.2 AA compliance is a baseline on every platform we deliver. Accessibility is built in from the first wireframe — keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, colour contrast, and focus management — not added at the end. We provide documented audit reports for clients with formal obligations. Learn more about our accessibility services.
Do you provide hosting and support for Drupal platforms after launch?
Yes. We host Drupal platforms on Australian AWS infrastructure with CI/CD pipelines, security monitoring, and regular CMS and module patching. Our Melbourne-based support desk handles ongoing maintenance, and we work with clients on a structured roadmap to keep their platform moving. Learn more about our hosting and support services.
How long does a Drupal development or migration project take?
Timelines vary based on complexity, content volume, and integration requirements. Most mid-sized Drupal builds or structured migrations run between three and six months from discovery to launch. We provide a clear, realistic timeline before any work begins, and we scope migration projects honestly before you commit.