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Feb 22
Googlighting: Microsoft’s Counter to Google Apps
An hilarious and, admittedly, thought-provoking video highlighting the distinctions between Microsoft apps and Google apps.
Feb 16
Sportsgirl creates virtual shopping wall
Just because your store is closed doesn’t mean customers can’t shop there anymore. Sportsgirl taps QR code potential.
Feb 10
Mortein Kills ‘Kill Louie’ Campaign in Response to Public Outcry
After announcing the dismissal of 200 staff from its Australian factory, Reckitt Benckiser subsidiary, Mortein has been forced to abandon its surprisingly successful advertising campaign.
Jan 31
Content Marketing For Retailers – The Future is Storytailing
As online retail competition hots up, and Google’s Panda update disrupts SEO strategies, ‘Content is King’ becomes the mantra once again. In 2012, quality content will play an increasingly important role in driving conversions, increasing loyalty and boosting search engine rankings.
Jan 31
Facebook Helped Me Find My Wallet
The rise of social media and mobile devices has some people concerned, but the unforeseen benefits show us a glimpse of the brave new world ahead.
Jan 18
Magazine advertising genius from Axa
Magazine ads for insurance companies aren’t widely regarded as a hotbed of innovation – this great campaign will have marketers rethinking that stereotype. You’ve got to check it out.
Dec 01
The future of self-serve shopping
Check out this feature from Today Tonight showing the future of self-serve shopping, featuring a cameo from our Managing Director.
Nov 23
Harvey Norman online store goes live
It’s the biggest e-commmerce story in Australia this year, if not ever! Long-time naysayer of online retail Gerry Harvey launches the Harvey Norman online store.
Oct 28
More than $5000 raised for Make-A-Wish Australia
The final wrap-up of Grant’s first marathon in bare feet to raise funds for Make-A-Wish.
Oct 05
Barefoot Marathon Fundraiser – See a Grown Man Cry This Sunday
Two days to go until I run the Melbourne Marathon in bare feet for Make-A-Wish – confidence not good!
