Two sisters, aged 12 and 13, collected cans for a year, set up a lemonade stand without any help, and turned $236 into a business that has already grossed $65,000.

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Published on 19/06/2026 at 11:13

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Two sisters from Frankston, Victoria, turned recycled cans, lemons, and family planning into a five-figure business. Miyah, 13, and Marni, 12, launched Lemon Kisses on June 9, 2025, and have already earned $65,245 selling homemade iced refreshments, according to data released by News.com in February.

Two sisters create business after collecting cans to invest — Miyah, 13, and Marni, 12, are the young founders of Lemon Kisses. Photo: Disclosure

The stand was born after a visit to a festival

The idea began three years before the official launch, after Miyah and Marni visited the Waterfront Festival in Frankston, the family’s hometown. Seeing the event’s stands, the two decided they wanted to be on the other side of the counter.

According to Ramona, the girls’ mother, the project initially seemed like just a “cute lemonade stand.” But soon it required organization, planning, and a clearer business vision.

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Recycled cans financed the start of Lemon Kisses

Without receiving financial help, Miyah and Marni spent over a year collecting cans. With this, they saved $236, used to purchase materials for the first lemonade stand, built with the help of their uncle.

Recycling continued to help the business’s cash flow. So far, the refunds obtained from cans have added $1,100 to the company of the two sisters.

After the first setup, the operation advanced with temporary stalls and later moved to a trailer. In 2025, Lemon Kisses recorded its first profitable year, according to Ramona.

For the mother, the result showed the girls that the business was working. She also taught her daughters to calculate prices based on the actual cost of ingredients, cups, and other items used in the drinks.

Largest event yielded $10,144 in two days

The duo’s largest event so far was this year’s Frankston Waterfront Festival, held on February 6 and 7. At the venue, they sold lemon-flavored sodas for $8 and lemonade for $6.

At the end of the event, Miyah and Marni walked away with $10,144 in sales. For the family, the moment had sentimental value, as visiting the park was an annual tradition as the girls grew up.

Ramona said that at first, the movement didn’t seem large. But as the afternoon progressed, the line grew, making the experience exciting for the sisters.

Two sisters create a business after collecting cans to invest — Image: Reproduction / Disclosure

Sisters’ business to reach Samoa in franchise model

The family’s ambition is to grow Lemon Kisses, open franchises, and consolidate the brand. According to Ramona, the girls are also saving to develop their own line of syrups and dehydrated fruits.

The next step will be international. Lemon Kisses is set to arrive in Apia, the capital of Samoa, in the Pacific, on June 1. The operation will be conducted in a kiosk-type store with a lock.

Since Ramona’s parents live in Samoa, Miyah and Marni’s grandparents will be responsible for the daily operations. This way, the sisters can continue managing the stall in Victoria while keeping up with their studies.

When asked about the advice the daughters would give to other young entrepreneurs, Ramona stated that they would say: “Just try.” For the family, planning well, with inspiration and vision boards, was an important part of the journey.

This article was prepared based on information from news.com.au, with data, numbers, and statements preserved as per the consulted material.

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