Online Christmas Shopping Tips
We’ve been shopping online this year. Here are some of our favourite sites: www.kikkik.com.au – lovely stationery to help you and yours get organised in 2011. We love the minimalist design and soft...
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I want an online store… and my budget is $500!
Thinking of starting an online business? The reality is, just like any other business, you need to have some backing. But don’t believe me – have a look at this…...
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How to SEO your website For Free!
Those of you who know me personally, know that whenever possible, I like to offer small businesses (especially start-ups) real value and the opportunity to make your own website a success for no cost...
View ArticleSet up your signature
Have you ever gone to call someone, looked up their last email message, only to see that their phone number isn’t at the bottom of the email? Imagine if that happened to your customers. They may not...
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Blue Platypus Online Arts Prize in the news
The 2012 Blue Platypus Arts Centre Gold Coast Online Marketing Package was featured in the Gold Coast Bulletin yesterday in Kate Peter’s Dressing Roomers column. The prize includes a complete online...
View ArticleBlue Platypus launches two stunning new custom designed CMS websites
Blue Platypus recently launched websites for two of the well-known BIG4 holiday parks: BIG4 Harrington Beach and BIG4: Bonney Hills. These completely custom-designed websites feature gorgeous...
View Article2012 Blue Platypus Arts Centre Gold Coast Online Marketing Prize Winner
We are excited to announce Louise Moriarty as the winner of this year’s prize. The prize was devised to support a local artist or arts organisation through the gift of a complete online marketing...
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Blue Platypus is now a Google Adwords Certified Partner
As of September this year, Blue Platypus has achieved the status of Google Adwords Certified Partner. This qualification distinguishes Blue Platypus as skilled in AdWords management with Certified...
View ArticleFree Statistics
Every wondered how many visitors actually look at your site? Did you know you are eligible for free website traffic statistics if you are hosted through either Blue Platypus or Studiocoast? Just email...
View Article3 steps to a cohesive web strategy
Move from a “our website” mentality to “our web assets” Gone are the days that a simple website will put you on the cutting edge of web marketing. You need to be where your customers are and they could...
View ArticleOne person, two email addresses
Why would a sole trader or small business need two email addresses? Simple. If you have a website you will want an email address on it so people can contact you. Problem is that as soon as you publish...
View ArticleGoogle’s own list of no-no’s
I love it when I come across golden SEO information from Google. Straight from the horse’s mouth… well the Google.com website in this case. Here is my latest find and it really is a great resource of...
View ArticleChange your passwords today: Heartbleed update
Security alert that impacts you Over the last couple of days we have been following reports of a major vulnerability in Internet security known as the Heartbleed bug. We believe this to be a serious...
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I don’t blog… but should I?
I don’t blog… but should I? Are you one of those people who say they don’t need a blog or don’t have time for one? Would you make time for a free tool that allowed you to communicate with all of your...
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Why do I need to update WordPress?
Why do I need to update WordPress? When was the last time you updated WordPress? Years ago? Never? Well just like phone apps, your blue-screening-PC and your wardrobe, WordPress needs updating from...
View ArticleDomain Name Registration
Domain Name Registration – a small bill worth paying early! When it comes to most invoices, you probably don’t want to pay months in advance right? Perhaps your accountant has even advised you pay on...
View ArticlePersonality branding – The third brand your business needs
This blog has been re-posted with permission from Daniel Priestley and the team at www.keypersonofinfluence.com.au. There are three layers of branding your business needs to consider: Product – The...
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Prepare now for Google changes
This month Google will be rolling out changes that are likely to impact your website’s ranking. From April 21, Google will be favouring websites that are mobile-friendly. To quote Google directly:...
View ArticleLatest Google Changes: Penguin 4 is Live
How is your website ranking? In the last few days, I’ve been asked a lot about website ranking and Google’s algorithm update known as Penguin 4. Penguin 4 is currently rolling out, so you might have...
View ArticlePersonality branding – The third brand your business needs
This blog has been re-posted with permission from Daniel Priestley and the team at www.keypersonofinfluence.com.au. There are three layers of branding your business needs to consider: Product – The...
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