Insights, updates, and ideas making waves in sustainable web design
The Splash Zone is where strategy meets sustainability (and yes, the occasional whale pun).
This isn’t just a blog; it’s a collection of insights, updates, and practical ideas for purpose-led brands, small teams, and changemakers who care about people and the planet.
From eco-friendly web design and accessibility tips to client success stories and thoughtful takes on digital impact, everything here is designed to help you build a better, lighter, more intentional web presence.
So grab your digital floaties and dive in – the water’s fine. 🌊
Got marketing budget to use before 30 June? Here’s why your website is one of the highest-ROI investments you can make this EOFY – covering performance, accessibility compliance, sustainability, and brand alignment – plus practical talking points for pitching it internally.
Sustainable websites are RIGHT NOW where sustainable fashion was 15 years ago. The parallels are uncanny, the 2026 trend lists are calling it, and the early movers are about to benefit enormously. Here’s why.
Not everyone has $1,800 sitting around for a VIP sprint. That’s exactly why I created The Current — a quarterly subscription that makes ongoing website progress achievable (and affordable).
Your website runs on a real server, powered by real energy and the source of that energy matters. Here’s your guide to green hosting: what it is, why it matters, and how to choose a provider that walks the talk.
Think your website is “fine”? It might be silently losing you enquiries, tanking your Google rankings, and burning more energy than it needs to. Here’s what a “good enough” website is really costing your mission, and what happens when you move beyond it.
The internet produces as much carbon as the aviation industry. And your website? It’s part of that picture. Here’s how to check your site’s carbon footprint in 30 seconds, what your score actually means, and why it matters more than you think.
Looking for a reliable WordPress collaborator? I’m now offering white label web design, eco-optimisation support, and dev partnerships for purpose-led pros and creative studios.
Thinking about a website redesign? Before you dive in, spend 15 minutes with this simple check to see what’s working, what’s not, and what to do next.
Thinking about a website redesign? Before you dive in, spend 15 minutes with this simple check to see what’s working, what’s not, and what to do next.
Before you log off for the holidays, make sure your WordPress site is locked down and protected. This simple 7-step checklist will help you stay secure and give you peace of mind while you take a well-earned break.
The cloud isn’t weightless or impact-free – it’s powered by real servers using real energy. Learn what’s really behind your website, and how to reduce its carbon cost.
A tribute to the real whales of Hervey Bay who inspired the names behind our website templates, and how their stories are now woven into the purpose-driven designs I create for clients.
The Sustainable Splash is my semi-regular newsletter packed with digital insights, ethical strategy, and sustainability vibes – perfect for purpose-led brands who want to make waves online (without the burnout).