Running a small business in Bundaberg isn’t always easy, but it’s the life I’ve chosen and I love every bit of it. My business, a little local café called “Sunny Side Up,” had been doing pretty well, especially after we started hosting community events. The foot traffic had picked up, and with it, the need for better marketing materials. I decided it was time to step up my game and get some professional prints done—posters, flyers, and maybe even some new business cards. But, of course, I needed it all urgently.
The Plan to Upgrade My Café’s Marketing
I had an event coming up that weekend—our first-ever live music night. The band was all set, the menu was prepped, and I knew we were going to have a packed house. But as I looked around my café, something felt off. Our old, faded posters and wrinkled flyers didn’t match the vibrant energy we were trying to create. I needed new materials, and I needed them fast.
So, I started looking for a printing service that could handle my last-minute request. I needed someone reliable, someone local who could understand the urgency of my situation. That’s when I remembered seeing a small ad for Printing Bundaberg by Roundhouse. I had heard good things about them, so I decided to give them a call.
Printing Bundaberg by Roundhouse
Phone: +61 1300 727 749
Url: https://printingbundaberg.com.au/
C1088/157B Bourbong St.
Bundaberg Central, QLD 4670
The Panic Sets In
The day I decided to make the call, I was already feeling the pressure. It was Wednesday morning, and the event was on Friday night. That gave me less than three days to get everything done—definitely not a lot of time. As I dialed the number, I couldn’t help but feel a bit of panic rising. What if they couldn’t do it? What if they charged me a fortune for a rush job?
Saul, the owner of Printing Bundaberg, picked up the phone. His calm and friendly tone immediately put me at ease, even though my request was pretty demanding. I told him about the event, the posters, flyers, and business cards I needed, and emphasized how urgent it was. I was half expecting him to say, “Sorry, we can’t do that in such a short time.”
A Problem Solved
To my surprise, Saul was not only willing to take on the job, but he seemed genuinely excited about it. He asked me detailed questions about what I wanted, the design ideas I had in mind, and the kind of paper quality I preferred. He even suggested adding a QR code to the flyers that could link directly to our event’s Facebook page. It was a brilliant idea that I hadn’t even thought of!
But then, just when I thought things were going smoothly, another problem cropped up. I didn’t have any high-resolution images of our café or the band that was playing. The images I had were low-quality and would look terrible in print. I could feel the anxiety creeping back in, but Saul didn’t miss a beat. He suggested I come by the shop and we could look at some stock images or see if he could enhance what I had. His “we’ll figure it out” attitude was a lifesaver.
The Visit to the Print Shop
I rushed over to Printing Bundaberg by Roundhouse that afternoon. The shop had a warm, welcoming vibe. Saul met me at the front and guided me through the entire process. We picked out a sleek design for the business cards, bold and eye-catching colors for the posters, and discussed the best type of paper for the flyers. He even recommended using corflute signs to place outside the café, which would be more durable than the flimsy cardboard ones I had been using.
Saul and his team worked fast. I sat down with their graphic designer, who helped me choose the best layouts and fonts. She also touched up my images, making them crisp and vibrant, perfect for printing. While we were working on the designs, Saul explained a lot about the different types of printing services they offered, like digital printing for short runs and bulk printing options for larger quantities. I was impressed by the range of services they provided, all under one roof.
The Final Hours
By Thursday evening, everything was ready for printing. Saul assured me that they’d have everything done by Friday morning, just in time for me to set up before the event. I left the shop feeling a mix of relief and excitement. I couldn’t wait to see the finished products.
True to his word, Saul called me first thing Friday morning to let me know my order was ready. When I picked everything up, I was blown away. The posters were stunning, the flyers were vibrant and eye-catching, and the business cards looked professional and sleek. The corflute signs were sturdy and perfect for placing outside the café.
The Event and the Aftermath
Friday night came, and the event was a hit. The posters and flyers had done their job—our café was packed, and everyone was talking about the live music night. People were grabbing the flyers, scanning the QR codes, and sharing the event on social media. The new business cards were a hit too; I handed out more than I ever had before.
Looking back, I realized how much I learned from the whole experience:
- Quality Matters: Good printing can make a huge difference in how your business is perceived. The professional look of the materials gave our event a polished, high-quality feel.
- Local is Best: Working with a local company like Printing Bundaberg meant I could discuss my needs face-to-face and get personalized service.
- Expert Advice is Invaluable: Saul and his team provided insights and suggestions that I wouldn’t have thought of on my own, like the QR code and the corflute signs.
- Urgency Can Be Handled: Even with the tight deadline, everything was delivered on time and exceeded my expectations.
I couldn’t have been more happy with Roundhouse. Thank you so much.
