By Jeanette
Design House is the Major Sponsor of the Salsa Group and is also sponsoring and providing advertising and media assistance to Latin Fantasy “Lolita’s Story’ & The Vida Latina Dance Co.
I feel the Fraser Coast needs more fun social alternative’s for all age groups and being able to attract such friendly and professional performers to our area through the Salsa Group and promote them utilising Design House is just an amazing opportunity.
Latest News: Salsa Party # 5 @ the Bayswater
Saturday night was the hugest Salsa Party to date with over 200 people dancing up a Salsa storm @ the Bayswater…… please click here to read the more and view the photos.
A big Thank You to the Vida Latina Dance Troupe, I Harte Latin, the Bayswater Hotel, Design House, Fraser Coast Chronicle & the Salsa Group and all those who attended making these nights possible!!!!
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We’ve just recently uploaded a new site for TNM Events;
Design House generously donated the gallery for the TNM website valued at $500 +
TNM Events brings big smoke entertainment to the bush, managing premium events in regional areas to an international standard with today’s most popular artists.
We also launched the new website for Yanti Dezigns;
Yanti Dezigns have their own range of Papaka Kits. Papaka is a unique concept of Paper craft which uses shapes of coloured paper to create original works of art. All you need is a craft cutting knife and a cutting board and you can create these amazing pictures yourself. A wide range of kits are available from beginner to advance.
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Today we launched the new website for Austoner.
Our aim is to supply the highest quality products whether they are Genuine, New Compatible or Re-manufactured ink and toner cartridges.
Being a Web Based and Mobile business we have very low overheads so we are able to pass the savings onto you our customer. We sell all major branded supplies for Laser Printers, Ink Jet Printers, Fax Machines and Photocopiers. We also supply a comprehensive range of compatible supplies offering superior quality, reliability.
Visit www.austoner.com.au
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It’s becoming more and more common – more and more people are receiving domain name renewal notices via the mail or via fax.
In most cases, these are nothing but a scam and a way to rip you off a few hundred dollars, from $50 to $300.
If you are a Design House customer, then it’s most likely that we will be managing your domain name for you, and when your domain name does come up for renewal, you will automatically be notified by our billing system that your domain will expire in 90,60, and 30 days.
What are domain name renewal scams?
A domain name is simply an internet address, used to help people get to a website. For example, the SCAMwatch domain name is scamwatch.gov.au. Domain names must be renewed every couple of years.
Domain name renewal scams can work in one of two ways. You might be sent an invoice for a domain name that is very similar to your current domain name – the scammer hopes that you don’t notice the difference and just pay the invoice.
Alternatively, you could be sent a letter that looks like a renewal notice for your actual domain name, but is from a different company to the one you have previously used to register your domain name.
More info over at ScamWatch.gov.au
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By Jeanette
As many of you may be unaware I’m on a personal ‘Get Fit Campaign’ so last month’s challenge was a 24km run across Fraser Island! I found a group of fun & fit ladies who were also interested in completing this challenge. I then sponsored print for out t-shirts stating “No Excuses” and had our Finishers medals made. I had total faith we could make the distance even though four of us had not run more than 10km before! Starting at Kingfisher we ran through bush and soft sand past Lake McKenzie then through rainforest, finishing at Central Station. It was awesome to sponsor a ‘Design House team’ and be a part of this motivated group of women who are now the face of traQ (Trail Running Association of Queensland) …… click here to find out more!
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It’s always terrific to hear good news from our customers..
Just recently, Drovers Dog Bar & Grill won at the Restaurant and Catering awards at Noosa Springs resort. They picked up the best steak restaurant award! Beating many Sunshine Coast restaurants and others around QLD.
They are off to Brisbane in the near future to compete for the state finals for the Best Steak Restaurant in Queensland – good luck!!
Be sure to visit them, more information is available on their website www.droversdog.com.au
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by Jeanette
Through use of the Internet Design House is able to service clients statewide and nationally, staying in touch as if they were right next door. Utilizing today’s modern technology and freight services available a dynamic design and print can be delivered promptly straight to your door.
Don’t delay; take advantage of a great design to promote your business – just like the Cairns Taipans referred from Paradise Outdoor Advertising!
Design House was extremely professional in their approach to creating our artwork.
Jeanette was very efficient in making our vision a reality and we believe this artwork will be a crucial of our push to secure season ticket holders for the Skytrans Cairns Taipans 2009-10 National Basketball League season.
Joel Khalu
Community & Operations Manager
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By Jeanette Maynes
Last month was the biggest turnover I have ever experienced while operating my business and we are supposed to be in a global financial crisis!
Why do I think this is happening…..?
Quite simply; the best brands will survive and may even thrive!
Now is the time to use your brand to drive into you core market.
Perfect your branding, fix your fundamentals, sharpen your vision, hit the right price and grow loyalty within your current client base.
Some of my advice:
- Focus on advertising with clear and proven return on investment, such as Internet and promotional advertising.
- Spread positive word of mouth about your brand by touching base with your loyal clients via monthly enewsletters.
- ‘Share the Pain’; Get closer to your potential clients or consumers during tough times by offering pro-active tailored products or services showing you care. eg. “When times are tough our Budget Website Package will soften the blow and help increase your money flow!”
- Focus on your brands core base instead of chasing new more expensive customers, with the right branding they will come to you!
- It is vital your advertising looks sharp and in line with current design trends!
Poorly designed brands and advertising can make your business look unprofessional and lose you sales in an instant!
- It might be time to consider a business revamp to stand out from your competitors and launch a positive fresh brand to your core business & potential clients making them feel secure in your business growth, services and products especially during these hard times.
- Do you have a website? No, well you may be losing thousands of potential customers plus an online presence will install confidence in you core clients that you are recession proof!
Whatever you do, don’t make the mistake of cutting advertising from your budget during a recession. This may seem like it is saving you money but will cost you more in the long run or may take your business from Slow Sales to NO Sales! Research suggests that businesses that advertise and drive their brand through a recession reap the rewards long after the hard times are over.
Do you need help with your business brand & advertising?
Contact Design House today! NOW is the time to make your business BOOM!!!!!
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This week we launched the website for Fowler Photography.
My photography is unique, storytelling, romantic, artistic and fun. Because of this, most of my work has been generated through recommendations and repeat business. Fowler Photography services all areas on the Fraser Coast and will also travel to Gladstone, Gympie and the Sunshine Coast.
Visit www.fowlerphotography.com.au
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