I'm Phil Kurth, a Geelong-based web designer and developer with nearly 20 years of experience. I build custom websites for local businesses, professional services, and growing brands. Whether you need a simple business site or a full e-commerce platform, you'll work directly with me from start to finish.
I offer a range of web design and development services, each tailored to the needs of the project. Here's what I can help you with.
Purpose-built WordPress sites designed for your business, not assembled from templates. Full content management, SEO foundations, and a design that reflects your brand. Ideal for businesses that need a professional online presence they can manage themselves.
Learn more →Fast, secure static websites delivered in days, not months. No CMS complexity, no plugin updates, no security headaches. Perfect for tradespeople, consultants, and small businesses that need a professional site without the ongoing maintenance burden. From $1,500 + $99/month.
Learn more →WooCommerce stores built for Geelong retailers and product-based businesses. Products, payments, shipping, inventory, and everything else you need to sell online. Custom-built for your specific requirements, not squeezed into a generic theme.
Learn more →Managed WordPress hosting on high-performance Sydney servers with automated backups, security monitoring, and direct support from me. No helpdesk queues, no ticket numbers. Most of my clients choose to host with me so their developer and hosting provider are the same person.
I've been based in Geelong for over a decade, building websites for local businesses and organisations.
When you work with me, you get a real person who understands your market, not an offshore team or a faceless agency.
There are plenty of web design agencies and freelancers to choose from. Here's why working with a Geelong-based developer makes a difference.
I'm in Geelong. If you want to meet in person to talk through your project, that's easy to arrange. If you prefer to work remotely, that works just as well. Either way, we're on the same clock and communication is straightforward.
You deal directly with me. Not a salesperson, not a project manager handing your work to a junior. I design it, I build it, I host it, and I support it. One point of contact who knows your project inside out.
I've been building websites professionally since 2007. That includes everything from brochure sites for local tradespeople through to complex platforms for enterprise organisations. I've seen what works, what doesn't, and I bring that experience to every project.
I don't buy themes and tweak colours. Every website I build is coded from scratch. That means better performance, easier maintenance, and a site that does exactly what your business needs without the bloat of features you'll never use.
Most businesses looking for a Geelong web designer also end up needing a developer, and most people hiring a web developer in Geelong eventually want design help too. The two jobs sit on a spectrum, and most agencies split them between separate people. When you work with me you get both, from one person, on the same project.
The look, feel, and structure of your website. Layouts that match your brand and convert visitors into enquiries. Typography, colour, imagery, and the way information is organised on each page.
The engineering behind the site. Custom WordPress themes, content management, integrations with bookings, payments, CRM, and the technical foundations that make a site fast, secure, and search-friendly.
Larger website builds and platform projects: e-commerce stores, custom web applications, content migrations, and rebuilds of existing sites that have outgrown what they were originally built for.
I serve businesses across Greater Geelong including Newtown, Belmont, Geelong West, Highton, Waurn Ponds, Grovedale, Bell Park, Norlane, Corio, Lara, Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads, Torquay, and the wider Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula.
I've built websites for a wide range of industries and business types. Here are some of the Geelong businesses and organisations that typically benefit most from working with me.
Electricians, plumbers, builders, landscapers, and other tradespeople who need a professional online presence that generates enquiries. Fast-loading sites with clear calls to action and local SEO built in.
Accountants, lawyers, financial planners, consultants, and other professionals who need a site that establishes credibility and makes it easy for potential clients to get in touch.
Physiotherapists, psychologists, occupational therapists, and other health practitioners. I understand the compliance requirements, booking integrations, and trust signals that matter in this space.
Local retailers and product-based businesses that want to sell online. WooCommerce stores with payment processing, shipping logic, and inventory management tailored to your products and customers.
Community organisations, sporting clubs, and NFPs that need a website that communicates their mission, handles events or memberships, and is easy for non-technical staff to update.
Businesses that have outgrown their existing website or are scaling from a solo operation to a small team. I build sites that grow with you, with clear upgrade paths as your needs evolve.
Every project follows a clear, structured process. No guesswork, no disappearing for weeks. You'll know exactly where things stand at each stage.
We discuss your goals, your audience, and what you need from your website. I'll give you an honest assessment of the best approach and a clear quote.
I design the visual layout, get your approval, then build it. You see progress along the way and provide feedback before anything goes live.
I test across devices and browsers, verify performance and SEO settings, then handle the deployment. DNS, SSL, redirects, everything.
After launch, I offer managed hosting, maintenance, and ongoing development. Your site stays secure, up to date, and continues to improve over time.
Phil recently completed a full website re-hash and online quote, booking and payment system. We provided our outline and rate template which Phil put into practice without the need for constant questioning or how, he knew and understood the final outcome requirement and made it work. Throughout the process we had several online hookups to hash out progress which was very beneficial. We've already put him to task on another project. Thanks Phil
Phil has been looking after my website for many years now. He always been a great resource, very professional, fast and creative. I highly recommend his services.
I've worked with Phil for several years, both as a client (my own business website) and referring him on to my own clients. He's top notch, super professional, proactive, knowledgeable and easy to deal with. Highly recommend.
For a fast, secure static website with professional design, pricing starts at $1,500 setup plus $99 per month for hosting and maintenance. Custom WordPress websites with a content management system start from around $5,000 and scale depending on complexity. I provide detailed, upfront quotes after understanding your requirements. No hidden fees.
No. While I'm based in Geelong and many of my clients are local, I work with businesses across Australia and internationally. All my projects are managed remotely with video calls, screen sharing, and clear written communication. That said, if you're local and prefer to meet face-to-face, that's always an option.
Template websites use pre-made designs that are adjusted to fit your brand. They're quicker and cheaper but often come with performance overhead, unnecessary features, and limitations when you need something specific. A custom build is designed and coded specifically for your business. It loads faster, is easier to maintain, and does exactly what you need without the bloat. I offer both approaches depending on your budget and goals.
Every website I build includes technical SEO foundations: clean URL structures, proper heading hierarchy, meta tags, fast page load speeds, mobile responsiveness, structured data markup, and XML sitemaps. These give you a solid base for search visibility. For businesses that want to actively grow their organic traffic, I also offer ongoing SEO strategy and content work.
Yes. I offer managed WordPress hosting on high-performance servers in Sydney with automated backups, security monitoring, SSL, and performance optimisation. You deal directly with me, not a helpdesk. Most of my clients choose to host with me so their developer and hosting provider are the same person.
From website design and SEO through to custom WordPress plugins and web applications. Nearly twenty years of building for the web, and every project still starts the same way: a conversation about what you actually need.
