Web design, done personally.
I'm Hamish, a web designer and developer based in Burnie, Tasmania.
About Hamish
Plain English, no middlemen.
You deal directly with the person doing the work, from first call to launch.
Hamish
Web Designer & Developer
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I've spent over 20 years building websites for businesses across Tasmania, the kind that bring in enquiries.
Every project is designed for your business, your customers, and your goals. No cookie-cutter templates, no offshore teams.
At an agency, your message passes through layers of people before it reaches whoever does the work. With me there are no layers and no jargon.
A website needs to do more than look good. It has to load fast, show up on Google, and make it easy for customers to act. That's my standard for every project.
What I do
Capabilities
From the first wireframe to ongoing support.
Web Design
Custom UI/UX design tailored to your brand. From wireframes to high-fidelity mockups, built to convert visitors into customers.
Development
Frontend and backend coding using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP/Python frameworks. Mobile-first and performance-driven.
E-commerce
Online stores built on all popular platforms — Shopify, WooCommerce, Snipcart, OpenCart, Saleor and more. Payment gateway integration, inventory setup, and checkout optimisation.
Managed Hosting
Managed hosting on PHAS, my Australian hosting company. Includes SSL, uptime monitoring and security. Daily off-site backups are an add-on.
Domains & Email
Domain registration and DNS through PHAS. Email set up with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Proton or Fastmail.
Branding
Logo design and visual identity packages for new businesses — or a refresh for established ones needing a modern look.
How it works
A straightforward process,
start to finish.
Five steps, from first conversation to launch day.
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Send a Brief
Tell me about your business and what you need from your website. A rough idea is enough to start.
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Proposal & Quote
I'll send a clear scope, timeline, and fixed-price quote. You'll know what you're getting before work begins.
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Design & Mockups
You'll see how your site will look before any code is written, with two rounds of revisions.
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Build & Review
I build the site on a staging server for you to review. Nothing goes live until you sign off.
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Launch & Handover
Your site goes live. I handle the technical side, record video walkthroughs for managing your content, and stay on hand for support.
Client reviews
Don't just take my word for it.
Feedback from business owners I've worked with.
About Hamish
From a CQU degree to 200+ websites.
Curiosity about how websites worked led me to a Bachelor of Multimedia Studies at Central Queensland University (CQU). That turned into a career, and eventually my own business.
Every business I work with gets a site built around its goals. Not a theme with your logo swapped in, but a custom design that shows what makes your business different and turns visitors into customers. I specialise in website design, web development, and local SEO for small and medium businesses.
Why Tasmanian businesses choose to work with me
A local web designer understands the Tasmanian market: how people search for local businesses, what builds trust with a local audience, and why some businesses do well online while others get overlooked. I've worked with tradies in Devonport, hospitality businesses on the east coast, professional services firms in Hobart, and retailers across the northwest.
The result is a fast, professional website that's built to rank in Google, easy to update, and backed by someone who answers the phone. If that's what you're after, get in touch.
Where I work
Based in Burnie, serving all of Tasmania.
I make regular on-site visits across the northwest coast and work remotely with clients island-wide.
About FAQ
Common questions,
straight answers.
Don't see your question? Send me a message and I'll reply within 24 hours.
Can you fix or update my existing website?
Yes, if the code is reasonably clean. If the site runs on an outdated theme or has security issues, rebuilding it properly is often more cost-effective. I'll give you an honest assessment upfront.
Do you provide hosting?
Yes. I offer managed hosting on PHAS, my Australian hosting company, with servers in Melbourne. It includes SSL certificates, uptime monitoring and software updates. Daily off-site backups are a $9/month add-on.
Do you do graphic design as well?
Yes. I design every website I build, and can help with basic logo design and branding for new businesses, or a visual refresh for an established brand.
Get in touch
Ready to get started?
Fill out the form and I'll get back to you within 24 hours — usually much sooner.
Let's talk about your project.
Ready to get started? I'd love to hear about your business and what you're looking to achieve online.
