Custom WordPress websites for Mackay businesses – tradies, mining services, retail, hospitality and more. Fixed price. No hidden fees. Live in weeks.
Live in weeks
Not months. Our process is built for speed.
Fixed price. No hidden fees. You approve the design before we build. Not happy with the direction? We make it right.
Local web design
Mackay is one of Queensland’s most diverse regional economies – mining, agriculture, trades, and a tight-knit local business community that doesn’t have time for websites that don’t perform. Yet most local businesses are still running outdated sites, cheap templates, or no website at all.
Whitsunday Websites builds custom WordPress websites designed to look professional, load fast, and show up when local customers search for what you do. No templates, no shortcuts, no disappearing designers. Just a site that works hard for your business every day.
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Mining services, trades, agriculture, retail – we understand how Mackay businesses work and build websites that speak to your specific customers.
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Most websites live within 3–6 weeks. Clear timelines, regular updates, and a process that works around your schedule —-not ours.
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Most of your Mackay customers are searching on their phones. Every site is designed mobile-first so it looks and works perfectly on any screen.
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Every website includes full SEO setup, Google Analytics, and Search Console – so you start getting found by Mackay customers immediately.
The Mackay market
Mackay’s economy is unlike most regional cities. A strong website here needs to work for the industries and customers that actually drive this region – not generic advice written for businesses in Brisbane or Sydney.
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Contractors, suppliers and equipment providers need sites that communicate credibility, compliance capability and track record — fast.
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Plumbers, electricians and builders win jobs from Google. A site that ranks for "electrician Mackay" or "plumber Rural View" pays for itself quickly.
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Mackay produces a large share of Australia's sugar exports. Agricultural businesses increasingly need a professional online presence to attract suppliers and partners.
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From the CBD to Blacks Beach and Eimeo, local cafes, restaurants, and retailers compete for the same customers. A better website is often the difference.
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Mackay has a growing health and professional services sector. A credible, polished website builds trust before a client ever picks up the phone.
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Freight, haulage and logistics operators serving the Mackay region increasingly need websites to quote, attract drivers, and communicate services clearly.
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What we offer
From your first website to a full e-commerce store – everything your Mackay business needs online, handled by one team.
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Professionally designed, mobile-friendly sites built on WordPress. Starter packages from $2,500 including up to 5 pages, contact forms, SEO setup, and Google Analytics.
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WooCommerce stores with product pages, Stripe and PayPal integration, and inventory management. Perfect for Mackay retailers ready to sell online.
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Online booking systems built directly into your site – ideal for trades, health and beauty, and any appointment-based business in Mackay.
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Get found when Mackay customers search for your services. We set up Google Business Profile, on-page SEO, and content targeting local Mackay search terms.
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Managed hosting, security monitoring, plugin updates and daily backups from $59/month. Your site stays fast, secure and up to date – hands-free.
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Professional business email addresses (you@yourbusiness.com.au) set up and ready to use. No more Gmail addresses on your quotes and business cards.
Who we work with
We work with all kinds of local businesses across the Mackay region – from mining services to tradies to professional services.
Your customers search Google when they need a tradie in Mackay. We build sites that rank locally and turn searches into leads and calls.
A professional website that clearly communicates your services, certifications and track record gives you the edge when clients are comparing providers.
A site that reflects your brand, shows your menu or products, and drives foot traffic through the door – done well, it pays for itself.
A credible, polished online presence that builds trust before a client ever picks up the phone. First impressions happen online now.
Online booking, service pages, and a professional look that reassures clients before their first appointment. We build sites that fill your calendar.
Whether you’re in the CBD or out past Sarina, your business deserves a professional online presence. We work with rural operators right across the area.
Areas we serve
We work with businesses right across the Mackay region – from the CBD to the northern beaches and out to the coalfields.
Also serving the Whitsundays region — see our Whitsundays page.
Pricing
Every package is built to give Whitsunday and Mackay businesses a professional online presence that gets found and gets results.
Starter
from $2,500
Perfect for new businesses or anyone who needs a clean, professional website up and running fast.
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Professional
from $4,500
For established businesses ready to make a serious impression online and attract more local customers.
Business
from $7,500
For businesses that need more – e-commerce, bookings, multiple integrations, or complex custom builds.
All prices are starting from. Final pricing is confirmed in your proposal. A 50% deposit is required to begin. Payment plans available on request.
Care Plans
A website isn’t set-and-forget. Plugins go out of date, security vulnerabilities emerge, and things break. Our care plans keep your site safe, fast, and running — every single month.
Essentials
Managed hosting, 5GB storage, SSL certificate, daily backups, security & speed optimisation, automatic plugin & WP updates, email accounts
$59/month
Growth
Everything in Essentials + 10GB Storage, uptime monitoring, performance monitoring, 30 min website adjustments per month
$99/month
Premium
Everything in Essentials & Growth + manual plugin & WP updates, 60 min website adjustments per month, monthly report
$179/month
Why choose us
There’s no shortage of web designers out there. Here’s why Mackay businesses choose us.
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Most designers hand you a blank website and tell you to fill it. We write all your page copy from a detailed brief you complete at the start - you just review, approve, and we publish.
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A beautiful website nobody can find is a wasted investment. Every site is structured for local SEO - page titles, meta descriptions, Google Business Profile, and content targeting Mackay search terms.
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You receive a detailed, fixed-price proposal before any work begins. No "that'll cost more" surprises mid-project. What we quote is what you pay.
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We know Mackay business owners are busy. Our entire process is designed to work around your schedule - no lengthy meetings, no back-and-forth phone calls you don't have time for.
What locals say
"Wow thanks it’s great!
Love it!!
Many Thanks"
Deb F.
New Zealand, Tourism Operator
"Ugh… you are amazing – thank you!"
Sheree S.
Brisbane, Event Manager
"LOVE IT!!! Love the fonts, the colours, the drop-downs, and the notice across the top! Super happy — thank you!"
Hayley
Whitsundays, Business Owner
Common questions
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Just send us an email — we respond within 1 business day.
Our websites start from $2,500 for a Starter package (up to 5 pages) through to $7,500+ for Business packages with e-commerce or booking systems. Every package includes SEO setup, Google Analytics, mobile-friendly design, and a contact form. We provide a fixed-price proposal before any work begins — no surprises.
Most projects are live within 3–6 weeks from the time you pay your deposit and complete your onboarding form. The main factor that affects timeline is how quickly you can provide photos and feedback on designs. We’ll confirm your exact timeline in your proposal.
Not at all. Our entire process is designed to work remotely – brief, design approval, revisions, and launch all happen via email. We work with businesses across Mackay, the coalfields, and regional Queensland without anyone needing to be in the same room.
Yes – every website includes on-page SEO setup, Google Analytics, and Google Search Console targeting local Mackay search terms. We also set up your Google Business Profile to get you appearing in Google Maps results. For ongoing SEO growth, our care plans include monthly content and rank monitoring.
Absolutely. We can audit your existing website, identify what’s holding it back from ranking and converting, and either rebuild it or make targeted improvements. Start with a free audit – just get in touch and we’ll take a look at what you’ve got.
Every website includes recorded training videos so you can make basic edits yourself, plus 30 days of post-launch support. Monthly care plans start from $59/month covering hosting, security monitoring, plugin updates, daily backups, and priority email support.
Get Started
Or email us at hello@whitsundaywebsites.com.au
