Web design that works as hard as you do, personally.

I'm Hamish — a web designer and developer based in Burnie, Tasmania. You work directly with me, start to finish. No account managers, no jargon filter.

About Hamish

Tasmania's web designer — not a faceless agency.

Based in Burnie, working directly with clients across the state. No middlemen, no outsourcing — just honest work and real results.

Hamish Palmer

Hamish

Web Designer & Developer

20+ Years of
experience
200+ Websites
launched
<24hr Response
time
TAS Statewide
service

I'm Hamish, a web designer and digital specialist based in Burnie on Tasmania's beautiful northwest coast. For over two decades I've been helping local businesses across the state build a strong online presence — the kind that actually drives enquiries.

Working with me means you deal directly with the person doing the work. No account managers, no offshore teams, no cookie-cutter templates. Every project is designed specifically for your business, your customers, and your goals.

When you work with a large agency, your message often gets diluted through layers of people before it reaches the person doing the actual work. I offer a different approach — I translate your business goals into technical reality without the jargon filter.

I believe a great website isn't just good-looking — it needs to load fast, rank on Google, and make it easy for customers to take action. That's the standard I hold every project to.

What I do

Capabilities

End-to-end digital services — 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.

Unique, brand-aligned visual identity

Development

Frontend and backend coding using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP/Python frameworks. Mobile-first and performance-driven.

Fast, secure, bug-free website

eCommerce

Online stores built on all popular platforms — Shopify, WooCommerce, Snipcart, OpenCart, Saleor and more. Payment gateway integration, inventory setup, and checkout optimisation.

Sales-ready online storefront

Managed Hosting

Managed hosting on high-performance Australian servers. Includes SSL, daily backups, uptime monitoring and security.

99.9% uptime and peace of mind

Domains & Email

Domain registration and DNS management through PHAS. Enterprise-grade email and cloud services — Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Proton, Fastmail, and more.

Professional email & web address

Branding

Logo design and visual identity packages for new businesses — or a refresh for established ones needing a modern look.

Consistent, professional look & feel

How it works

A straightforward process,
start to finish.

No handoffs, no confusion. I work directly with you through every step — from the first conversation to launch day and beyond.

  1. 1

    Send a Brief

    Tell me about your business, your goals, and what you need from your website. No forms or portals — just a straightforward conversation.

  2. 2

    Proposal & Quote

    I'll put together a clear scope, timeline, and fixed-price quote. You'll know exactly what you're getting before anything begins.

  3. 3

    Design & Mockups

    You'll see exactly how your site will look before a single line of code is written. We refine it together until it feels right.

  4. 4

    Build & Review

    I build the site and we work through feedback rounds together. Nothing goes live until you're happy with every detail.

  5. 5

    Launch & Handover

    Your site goes live. I handle all the technical side, walk you through managing your content, and stay on hand for ongoing support.

Client reviews

Don't just take my word for it.

Real feedback from Tasmanian business owners who trusted Hamish with their online presence.

I needed a professional website for the workshop that was easy to update and actually brought in new customers. Hamish built exactly that — clean, straightforward, and it looks great on mobile. Couldn't be happier with the result.

DT
Derrin T.
Ultra Auto Electrical, ultraae.com.au

Our WooCommerce store had some very specific requirements — custom pricing rules, integrations, the works. Hamish worked through every detail without complaint and delivered something that runs exactly how we need it to. Genuinely impressive technical knowledge.

NT
Nick T.
Diesel Heat Australia, dieselheat.com.au

About Hamish

A Tasmanian web designer who works directly with you.

Based in Burnie, I work with businesses across Tasmania — from the northwest coast to Hobart and everywhere in between.

I've been building websites for over two decades. It started with a curiosity about how websites worked, which led me to study a Bachelor of Multimedia Studies at Central Queensland University (CQU). That foundation turned into a career, and eventually a business built on a simple approach — you deal directly with me from the first conversation to the final handover, and I'm still here when you need support down the track.

Every business I work with gets a site built around their specific goals. Not a theme with your logo swapped in — an actual custom design built to reflect what makes your business different and to turn 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

Working with a local web designer means you get someone who understands the Tasmanian market — the way people search for local businesses, what builds trust with a local audience, and what separates the businesses doing well online from the ones getting 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 always the same: a fast, professional website that's built to rank in Google, easy to update, and backed by someone who actually picks up the phone. If that sounds like what you've been looking for, get in touch — I'd love to hear about your project.

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.

Local

Hybrid

Remote

About FAQ

Common questions,
straight answers.

Don't see what you're looking for? Send me a message and I'll get back to you personally — usually within a few hours.

Can you fix or update my existing website?

Sometimes. If the code is relatively clean I can offer maintenance and fixes. However, if the site is built on an outdated theme or has security issues, it is often more cost-effective to rebuild it properly from scratch. I'll give you an honest assessment upfront.

Do you provide hosting?

Yes. I offer managed hosting on PHAS — fast Australian servers with data centres in Sydney and Melbourne. This includes SSL certificates, daily backups, uptime monitoring, and software updates — so you don't have to worry about the technical details.

Do you do graphic design as well?

Yes, I design every website I build. I can also help with basic logo design and branding for small businesses starting from scratch, 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.

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