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The Zest dream team—Andrew, Amanda, Dani, and John—have been hard at work today, collecting the first drop of CanDrive donations for the Launceston Benevolent Society.

A massive shoutout to Buckby Motors and BRU Coffee Hut for lending us the vans to make collection possible.

And, of course, a heartfelt thank you to the incredible businesses, organisations, and schools that generously donated non-perishable goods. Your support is making a real difference for those in need in our community!

There's only one reason the Zest-y team would bare their legs on this chilly winter’s day – for the SPEAK UP Stay ChatTY Shorts Day!

We got in early this year and celebrated Shorts Day today rather than Friday, just to ensure we could get as many of our team’s fabulous legs out as possible.

We're beyond proud to support such an amazing cause. Please join us in supporting Speak Up! Stay ChatTY by donating here: https://bit.ly/4ewymVK

This week, we're doubling the birthday celebrations for two of our amazing team members, Courtney and Stella! We hope your special days were filled with presents and lots of cake! 🍰🎉

Happy Birthday, Courtney and Stella!

Happy Easter from the Zest crew! 🐰🥚

Just a heads up, our office will be taking a break for Good Friday and Easter Monday, but we'll be back in action on Tuesday.

Wishing you all a fantastic and safe Easter weekend ahead. And remember to enjoy your Easter treats responsibly! 🎉🐣

🌟 BILLBOARD OPPORTUNITY 🌟

Ready to shine bright like a diamond on one of Launceston’s busiest streets? We've got an epic opportunity for your business to sn**ch up the spotlight on our Bathurst Street billboard! If you’ve been looking for a billboard, this is one rare chance you don't want to miss out on.

Think your business deserves to be in the limelight? Well, now's your time to grab it - shoot an email to [email protected] right NOW to snag this golden opportunity!

Dinner and a movie, anyone? 🍔🎥

We love working with our regular clients, and the team at the Plough Inn Launceston are one of the best!

We had lots of fun developing the wording and vinyl to sit alongside their Hollywood picture. A small job, but one that we really enjoyed.

We don’t just build websites. At Zest, we build long-term partnerships with our clients, which is why so many of them keep coming back to us for a new or refreshed website (usually every 3-4 years!)

So what’s it like working with our website team? Here’s a glimpse at the quick (and painless!) process from concept to website launch:

💬 Design Chat: We love hearing your layout and design ideas! We'll also check out your competitors and dive into your brand vision. Together, we'll develop a mock-up design for your feedback.

✏️ Content Crafting: Got your content ready? Awesome! If not, no worries – we create engaging text, images, and graphics. We'll sit down with you, chat about your business, and whip up some fantastic content for your new website.

🏠 Home Sweet Mock-up: We'll send you the first draft of your HOME page design, all neatly wrapped in a PDF. Then we chat, tweak, and make it perfect until it's exactly what you dreamt of before we move on to other unique page layouts.

🔨 Building Dreams: Our talented team gets to work on building your website on a development subdomain. Once it's ready, we'll send you a URL link to explore, test, and play around with to ensure it's a perfect fit.

👨‍🏫 CMS Training: If you've chosen the Self-Managed CMS option, we'll set up a training session for your team. We'll show you how to edit content and manage your site like a pro. Plus, you'll receive a detailed instruction manual and a 1-hour training session.

💥 Go Live Moment: When you give the green light, we'll transfer your website files and database to your live domain. Then, we'll sprinkle some SEO magic for good measure. Boom! Your shiny new website is ready to shine online.

And there you have it, the simple process of building a website with our team. Keen to know more? Call our team on 6334 3319 to chat about your new site.

In the past couple of days, we've celebrated two Zest-y birthdays - the fantastic Damo and Danielle's! 🥳

With Danielle's birthday falling on Saturday and Damo's today, this Monday in the Zest office was filled with gifts, treats, and good vibes.

Please join us in extending warm wishes to Damo and Danielle for a happy and fabulous birthday! 💚

Ready to supercharge your business in 2024? Zest is here with a range of specialised marketing services to make it happen. Swipe through to discover how you can partner with us for an incredible 2024.

🚀 Organic Social Media Management: Say goodbye to the social media grind! Let our team take the reins and watch your online presence soar.

🚀 Content Creation: Our team crafts compelling content that resonates with your audience, turning engagement into conversions.

🚀 Social Media Mentoring: Learn the secrets of social media success with tailored, one-on-one support and help. A great option if you still want to manage your own social media, but need some support and guidance to make it great.

🚀 Digital Ad Management: Meta and Google Ads are our go-to, so 2024 could be the year to let us maximise your ROI.

🚀 Website Design: Your website should leave a lasting impression on your audience (for all the right reasons!). Let us create a website that truly lets your business stand out from the crowd.

🚀 Branding: From captivating logos to strategic workshops, we offer a holistic approach to building and boosting your brand.

Ready to dive into 2024 with confidence? Give our team a call on 6334 3319 to schedule a chat and find out how we can help take your business marketing to the next level.

And that's a wrap! 🎉🎉

2023 has been a huge year for the Zest-y team, celebrating 20 years in business with our wild and wonderful crew. But what have we *actually* done this year?! We're glad you asked!

💚 55 websites launched
💚 25 logo and branding packages completed
💚 29 digital clients
💚 74 digital campaigns launched and managed

We've loved the crazy, hectic year that was 2023, and can't wait to see what 2024 has to bring.

Have a safe and Merry Christmas, and we look forward to working with you in the new year!

We need your help! 🚴‍♂️

Our fearless leader, Andrew Cowley , is about to embark on a wild 75K bike ride from Relbia to Greens Beach with his partners-in-crime, Will Cowley , Sam Cowley , and our good mate Craig Redburn . 🤣 But here's the twist - none of them are seasoned cyclists, and rumour has it they're diving headfirst into this ride with minimal training (ouch!) 😅

Why, you ask? It's all in the name of a fantastic cause: raising money for Cancer Research through the crazy Sh*tbox Rally which Andrew and Reddo are taking part in. 🚗💨

We're aiming high and need your support to reach the $10K goal to take part in the Rally. Whether you're an individual or a business looking to make a difference (business donations are tax-deductible!), we welcome your generosity.

So please help them pedal their way to success and beat cancer! 🙌

Donate now - https://winter2024.sh*tboxrally.com.au/moo-patrol/donate

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Ever wondered what a boutique accommodation provider does when they want to shine brighter than a shooting star (or in this case, their competitors?!)? They turn to Zest, of course!

We were so excited when the awesome team at Swansea Beach Chalets reached out to us for a dash of that wow factor on their brand new website. Previously, they had been running with somewhat of an ‘old-school’ website for bookings and promotions, but with some new premium chalets in the mix, it was high time for a fresh, updated look!

Our web and content dream teams joined forces to develop a website that's like a visual feast – think jaw-dropping video footage, drool-worthy accommodation snaps, and more! Not only is it easy on the eyes, but it's also designed with you, the user, in mind.

The end result? It paid off big time! Direct bookings through the website are soaring, which is exactly what our fabulous client had in mind.

Don't take our word for it, though. Check it out for yourself and let us know what you think - https://www.swanseachalets.com.au/

If you’re in need of some magic for your website project, contact the team at Zest!

The Zest-y fam wants to wish our amazing General Marketing Manager, Emma, a belated happy birthday. 🥳

We hope you had a *fab* extra-long weekend celebrating your B’DAY and indulging in all the finer things, and continue to do so for the rest of your birthday month (yes, she has a whole birthday month)!

Happy birthday, Emma! 💚

Well, look who just got a *fabulous* new website makeover!

When the fantastic team from the Tasmanian Su***de Prevention Community Network (TSPCN) contacted us, they were on a mission for a logo refresh and a shiny new website that better represented their network.

With funding from Relationships Australia, their wishlist was clear: an accessible brand and a user-friendly website that would make information pop through colours, fonts, and layout.

Our creative brains kicked into high gear, whipping up some show-stopping brand concepts that got the green light in no time! We then got to work, building a larger-than-life website with the power to let our clients jump in and make updates whenever they fancied. And you know what made it all a breeze? The WordPress Content Management System (CMS)!

Now, this amazing new website is all set to help TSPCN spread the word about their mission to reduce su***de rates in Tasmania, not to mention sharing loads of valuable resources and updates.

Huge thanks to the TSPCN and Relationships Australia teams for being absolute gems to work with. We're absolutely thrilled with how it turned out, and we're pretty sure you'll love it too! Check it out at https://bit.ly/3Q3FrmM

What do you do when a client is in need of a new logo and website for their business? You give them the Zest-y treatment, of course!

When the team at FG Pipe & Civil Contracting contacted us, they needed just that. After falling in love with the very first logo we designed for them, we got to work showing them a range of colour options and examples of how the logo would work on their vehicle, site signage and more, to help make the decision an easy one.

The end result - a striking, bold logo that represents their business in a professional way. The next step was to give the team an online presence, so we designed a website that utilised elements of the logo to bring it to life. It’s one of the great benefits of having our team design your logo and website too - we can do them at the same time to understand *exactly* how your logo will be best presented online.

We think our team nailed this one - what do you think?

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Got a website that's basically a Rubik's Cube when it comes to updates and changes? 🤯 Maybe it's rocking that vintage CMS or it's just too clunky to navigate efficiently. Well, you know what that means? It's probably time for a website makeover!

Just like our client The Charles Clinic, who found themselves in the same digital pickle. They had an older website with a challenging CMS that made updating a Herculean task – so tough, the staff often gave up, so the website was quickly out of date.

Enter, the Zest-y website team! We took their hard-to-navigate design and CMS that felt like a riddle, and voilà! Website magic happened (or as we like to say, we gave it a shiny new look with WordPress CMS!).

This new website? It's sleek, it's user-focused, and it's all about making your online journey easy. We opted for WordPress CMS because it's like the superhero of content management – powerful, customisable, and oh-so-easy to use!

End result? A thrilled client and a fabulous website. Go ahead, check it out for yourself! And remember, if your website is begging for a makeover, our team is just a call away. Let's make some digital magic happen! 🌈💫


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You know that feeling when you're looking for someone and you finally find them? Well, we hope it's not after 1pm on Fridays because, guess what!? Our offices will be empty! 🏢🙅‍♂️

Why, you ask? Because we've cracked the code to *ultimate* office happiness – FRIDAY HALF DAYS! 🎉🤩 Starting this week, you can catch our team in action from Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5:30pm, and on Fridays, we'll be sprinting to the weekend from 8:30am to 1pm. 🏃‍♀️💨

So, if you're craving some Zest-y marketing magic, be sure to swing by before the clock strikes 1pm on Fridays. After that, you might just spot us at the pub 🍻 (or let's be real, passed out on the couch taking a much-needed nap 😴). We're all about that work-life balance! 😉✨

We have been *blown* away by the generosity of our local community as part of the 2023 CanDrive.

Thank you again to all the businesses, organisations, schools and sporting clubs who took part - your contributions go a long way to helping those most in need 💚

✨This year we joined the CanDrive initiative, aiming to contribute non-perishable items to support the most vulnerable members of our community. Our strong belief in the strength of communities and collaborative efforts drove us to take action. Thanks, , for the invitation to participate. Your dedication and passion for this cause are truly commendable, especially considering the remarkable 15-year duration of this initiative.

The initiative raised approximately $50,000, set to benefit the Launceston Benevolent Society and the underprivileged individuals in Launceston👏🏻

The birthday celebrations continue! 🥳🎉

Now, let’s wind it back to 2009, and Andrew and Amanda made another *huge* business decision - to launch a promotional products business. Enter, Impression Promotional Products!

A constant demand from clients to provide branded merchandise led to the launch of our sister business, Impression Promotional Products, which still operates alongside our Zest office today. And we couldn’t be more thankful - they’re a fun bunch to work with!

That's a WRAP on CanDrive 2023!

A *huge* thanks to everyone who donated non-perishable items to help those most in need in our community. Our team at Zest, and the Launceston Benevolent Society, are blown away by the generosity.

A special thankyou to Damo for helping Andrew with pickups in Van 1, and to Tracee Cook and Dannie Carstens for helping Amanda in Van 2.

Lastly, thank you to Neil Buckby Motors and BRU Coffee Hut for the loan of the vans again this year to allow us to pick up all the donations.

Once again, thank you to everyone that donated - every can makes a difference, and we've just collected thousands and thousands of them! Thank you!

The birthday celebrations continue 🥳🎉🥳

Let’s take it back to 2004, and after only a few short months in business, Cowley Advertising went national! The Forest Industry Association of Tasmania required national advertising in regards to the focus on forestry in the elections, so just months after launching Cowley Advertising Andrew was booking advertising space in national papers including The Herald Sun, The Australian and The Financial Review.

Sounds crazy now, but at the time we just did what had to be done to get the job done!

Read more about our 20 years in business here - https://bit.ly/3O3guFt

Follow along as we share more of our journey to 20 years of business, and leave us a comment if you have a special memory you would like to share with us!

Are you great at turning ideas into memorable designs? Can you spot a great photo from a mile away? Or maybe you have a keen eye for video and editing? If you tick one or more of these boxes, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for an experienced and eager creative to join our team. This role really suits someone who loves a challenge, and ideally you will have experience working in a graphic design or photographer/videographer role.

On any given day you could be designing a new logo for a local business, photographing products on location, or filming share-worthy social media videos. You’ll need to be able to juggle multiple projects at once, so strong project management skills are a must.

Sounds like you or someone you know? Apply now via Seek -

Graphic Designer + Content Creator Job in Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS Our creative team are looking for someone *amazing* that has a passion for all things creative - graphic design and digital content creation.

As we celebrate 20 years of Zest, we can’t not acknowledge the amazing work that we do with the Launceston community, including holding the annual CanDrive.

Now in its 15th year (yes, you read that correctly!), we have been able to organise, collect and donate *thousands* of non-perishable food items to the Launceston Benevolent Society. These donations help to provide a supply of food and necessities to those most need in our local community.

We are just so, *so* proud to be able to support such an amazing organisation. Read more about our journey over the last 20 years of Zest here - https://bit.ly/3O3guFt

Tell us, is there anything better than hearing how *fabulous* you are from a client? We’ll wait…..

A big thanks to Paige and the team at Northern Midlands Medical, who have been amazing to work with! If you're in need of exceptional marketing support, contact our team to chat, and you too could be as happy as Paige!

Happy 20 years to us 🥳🥳🥳

As we celebrate our 20th year in business, it's got us reminiscing and thinking back to how we got here. Grab a coffee, and strap in!

It all started back in 2003. A (very) young Andrew and Amanda Cowley opened the doors of Zest, then known as Cowley Advertising. Before he had the chance to officially “start” the business, Andrew had signed his first 4 clients – Buckby Motors, Faull’s Shoes, Cascade Brewery and Furniture City. This was closely followed by The Importer (then known as Jenerick Warehouse), who, along with Buckby Motors, remain the longest serving clients of Zest. It’s safe to say we love them, and they love us!

Pictured here we have Andrew, taken circa 2009, for a business tips article in The Examiner newspaper.

Follow along as we share our highlights and milestones from the last 20 years- safe to say there are many!