The Canberra SEO experts
At SIXGUN, we focus on building SEO strategies that help Canberra businesses achieve long-term digital success. We don’t rely on temporary fixes or gimmicks—our approach is based on continuous improvement, data-backed decision-making, and adapting to search engine updates.
Canberra's leading SEO agency
From refining technical SEO and improving site speed to increasing brand authority through strategic link building, we take a comprehensive approach to boost rankings and drive engagement. Every campaign we develop is tailored to align with business objectives, whether it’s attracting local customers, improving website conversions, or enhancing search engine optimisation visibility in Canberra.
SEO strategies tailored for Canberra businesses
SEO isn’t just about increasing website traffic—it’s about attracting the right audience and converting them into customers. At SIXGUN, we develop custom SEO solutions that help Canberra businesses build credibility, improve search rankings, and establish a strong digital presence.Â
Before implementing a strategy, we take the time to understand your industry, competitors, and business goals. Whether you need a local SEO boost, eCommerce optimisation, or a full-scale search engine optimisation strategy in Canberra, we design tailored solutions that deliver long-term impact.
- Local search optimisation: We refine your Google Business Profile, enhance local citations, and create location-specific content to help your business rank higher in Canberra-based searches.
- Scalable growth strategies: As your business evolves, so does your SEO strategy. Our solutions adapt to changing market conditions, ensuring continued visibility and growth.
- Data-driven refinements: We monitor key performance indicators, analyse user behaviour, and implement continuous optimisations to keep your Canberra-based SEO strategy effective.
- Comprehensive SEO support: From technical audits and on-page optimisation to link building and user experience improvements, we cover every aspect of search engine optimisation to enhance your online presence for Canberra audiences.
Meet our
Canberra SEO team
Harris Panayi
Client Services Director
About
Harris has been part of the SIXGUN fabric nearly since its inception, running the Client Services department and specialising in client, staff, and escalation management, along with recruitment, retention, and business growth. A strong leader at SIXGUN whose all-rounder approach ensures maximum client and staff satisfaction, Harris also takes the lead on company events and culture.
Experience
After almost a decade in the digital marketing landscape, Harris has worked in almost every facet of the industry, including SEO, SEM, social media, site design and development, lead generation and affiliate marketing, account and partnership management, and general staff management positions.
Harris’ primary goal is to foster harmonious relationships between agency and client, ensuring business success from a technical performance perspective is at the forefront, while ensuring relationships with clients operate so effectively that clients are able to see us as a part of their business. Harris strives to create a family-style partnership environment within his department, where partnerships organically grow over time and clients stick with us for the long term.
Fun Fact
Harris is a true foodie, soccer and music enthusiast at heart. You’re most likely to find him in the kitchen, watching his beloved Arsenal, or strumming his Fender Stratocaster.
Matthew Cullen
Strategy Director
About
Matthew leads the strategy and sales direction of SIXGUN, helping to develop a true client-centric mentality that puts our clients’ needs at the heart of our digital marketing solutions.
Experience
With more than ten years of experience in the digital marketing industry, Matthew uses his wealth of experience to guide campaigns from the outset, helping set realistic expectations that don’t promise the world. When talking strategy, Matthew understands no question is too small—choosing a digital marketing partner can be a difficult task and half the battle is finding a team you genuinely want to work with over the long term.
Fun Fact
A foodie at heart, Matt enjoys cooking (hopefully) delicious food, wining and dining with friends and family, and the occasional round of golf.
Cameron Milner
SEO & Data Director
About
Leading the SEO, content and data teams at SIXGUN, Cameron brings a wide breadth of knowledge in technical implementation, holistic and integrated marketing approaches, and creating strong resources for the SIXGUN team and clients alike.
Experience
With more than a decade of experience in SEO across all verticals, including more sensitive and highly regulated industries, Cameron has done SEO for outfits of all sizes, ranging from one-person businesses all the way up to large multinational and publicly traded companies. He’s also collected experience in CRO, data analytics, web design and development.
Fun Fact
Cameron loves spending time with his family and has a passion for serving his community. He’s currently the Deputy Controller for Training at his local State Emergency Services (SES) unit and holds a number of specialist skillsets, some of which he’s also a trainer and assessor in.
Nando Iorio
Lead Account Manager
About
Nando is an integral part of the Account Management team at SIXGUN, helping to develop a true and transparent business-client relationship while aiding and managing the day-to-day needs of our clients’ digital marketing solutions.
Experience
With over a decade of industry experience in both traditional and digital marketing as well as experience in the creative field, Nando takes a warm and holistic approach to client services.
Fun Fact
When Nando isn’t focused on all things SIXGUN he enjoys playing guitar and trying to set a new high score in classic video games. Nando also enjoys photography and making short videos in his spare time.
Christopher Zerafa
Lead SEO Specialist
About
Christopher began his SEO journey by curating a variety of music websites and then soon learned about the magic of SEO. Since then he has acquired almost 10 years of experience in the SEO landscape.
Experience
Chris has worked in a variety of niches from fashion to pet supplies. His passion lies in all things visual and content related, as he also studied graphic art and design. He has strong management experience within the SEO field and the wider community sector.
Fun Fact
Christopher (Chris Z or Lord Zedd in some circles) runs a mobile DJ hire business on the weekends and is known to drop bangers for the general public on a regular basis.
Evan Pavlidis
Senior Digital Marketing Strategist
About
As SIXGUN’s Senior Digital Marketing Strategist, Evan focuses on creating bespoke solutions, tailored to each individual business’s unique needs and challenges.
Experience
Working in client-facing roles for more than five years, Evan has a wealth of experience across the various marketing solutions that SIXGUN offers their clients. Outside of this, his knowledge of website development, UX and AI integration help shape a holistic understanding of the digital landscape, bringing unparalleled insight into every strategy session.
Fun Fact
Outside of work, you’ll find Evan spending quality time with his Labrador Zorro (please ask to see a photo! it will make him really happy) or 30 metres in the air, climbing a boulder in the wilderness. Evan also enjoys a range of sports (supporting Greece of course!).
Nelson Pak
Senior Account Manager
About
With more than five years of industry experience, Nelson brings a professional yet approachable attitude to the client services team. From strategic planning through to implementation and all day-to-day tasks, Nelson takes a holistic approach to digital marketing, aware that transparency and understanding between clientele and agency is key.
Experience
With ten years of combined experience in industries like banking, finance, sales, and marketing, Nelson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team, having worked with many small, medium and enterprise-level businesses, leading campaigns and creating meaningful, long-lasting partnerships.
Fun Fact
Outside of work, Nelson can be found on walks to the dog park/beach with his best bud, partaking in rounds of MMA to keep fit, or sitting around a campfire in the outback.
Ian Chen
Senior SEO Specialist
About
Ian is a part of the SEO team at SIXGUN, with over a decade of experience in the digital marketing space. He started his career as a web developer, where he discovered a passion for SEO. Since then, Ian has honed his skills throughout his agency career, helping clients achieve ambitious goals.
Experience
With over a decade of SEO experience across a wide range of industries, Ian has a strong focus in technical SEO implementation and user experience optimisation. His approach is tailored to meet unique client needs, with a focus on delivering long-term success.
Fun Fact
Outside of work, Ian enjoys hunting for new brunch spots and playing video games. When you can find a badminton partner he also enjoys a hit!
Ben Engel
Senior SEO Specialist
About
Ben is an essential part of the SEO team at SIXGUN, helping develop sound SEO strategies for clients in order to enhance their organic presence online.
Experience
With half a decade of experience in SEO across a wide range of industries and businesses, Ben’s approach to campaigns focuses on technical implementation and content strategy, with the goal of achieving a positive return on investment for all of his clients.
Fun Fact
Ben loves spending time with his golden retrievers, playing video games and hitting the occasional shank at the driving range.
Buddhini Mendis
Senior SEO Specialist
About
As a senior SEO specialist, Buddhini brings broad digital marketing experience from an array of industries and has strong love for SEO.
Experience
Since starting her career in digital marketing more than seven years ago, Buddhini has grown her skills—from building strategies to strengthening client relationships—and brings a powerful focus to achieving client goals. She believes in working as a team and sharing knowledge about the ever-changing digital world, helping others grow personally and professionally.
Fun Fact
When not spending time with family and her toddler, Buddhini is either busy in the kitchen baking a delicious treat or playing board games with friends and family.
Sam Paterson
Senior Content Writer
About
Bringing deep writing and editing knowledge to the varied demands of digital marketing and SEO, Sam ensures that all client copy is engaging, focused, and ready to organically improve site rankings and drive conversions.
Experience
Sam's word-nerd experience includes web and app copywriting, book reviewing, blogging, academic editing and proofreading, and technical writing in the education space.
Fun Fact
Sam is an avid collector of the worst puns anyone has ever heard. If you find a typo on this website, email him to collect a reward.
Helping Canberra businesses thrive online
A high-performing website is more than just great visuals—it needs to be optimised for both search engines and user experience. At SIXGUN, we take a strategic approach to search engine optimisation in Canberra, ensuring every aspect of your website works to attract, engage, and convert visitors.
We refine your website’s structure, improve page speed, and develop high-quality content to ensure your business is not only visible but also competitive in the digital landscape.
Whether you’re a local business looking to improve visibility or a growing company expanding your digital reach, our expertise in search engine optimisation helps your Canberra business build strong foundations for long-term success.
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How we can help your Canberra business
Google Business Profile Management: Local SEO success starts with a well-optimised Google Business Profile. We fine-tune your listing with accurate details, keyword-rich descriptions, and regular updates, ensuring your business stands out in Canberra-based searches and Google Maps results.
SEO-Driven Content Strategy: Engaging, optimised content is essential for both search rankings and customer engagement. Our content strategies focus on crafting high-quality, relevant content that enhances your authority, attracts organic traffic, and improves user experience.
Building Authority with Quality Backlinks: Earning high-quality backlinks remains one of the most powerful ways to improve SEO rankings in Canberra. We implement ethical link-building strategies, securing authoritative, relevant links that strengthen your website’s credibility.
Fixing Technical SEO Issues: A poorly structured website can hinder search performance. Our team conducts in-depth SEO audits to identify and fix performance barriers, improving site speed, mobile-friendliness, and overall technical health for optimal search engine optimisation in Canberra.
Let’s build an SEO strategy that works for your Canberra business
SEO is more than just increasing traffic—it’s about ensuring that the right visitors turn into loyal customers. At SIXGUN, our strategic, data-driven approach ensures your business doesn’t just rank well, but thrives in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
As a trusted SEO agency for Canberra businesses, SIXGUN is dedicated to helping organisations of all sizes achieve sustainable growth through tailored search engine optimisation strategies. Whether you’re looking to improve local rankings, enhance site performance, or build long-term authority, our team is here to help.
Give us a call on 1300 127 361 or contact us today to get started.
You might be wondering...
01. How long does SEO take to show results?
SEO is a long-term investment, with results depending on factors such as competition, industry trends, and your website’s history. Most businesses start seeing measurable improvements within three to six months.
02. What makes local SEO different?
Local SEO focuses on making your business more visible to customers in your area. This includes optimising your Google Business Profile, creating location-specific content, and ensuring your business details are accurate across online directories.
03. Can a slow website affect rankings?
Yes. Site speed is a key ranking factor, and a slow website can lead to poor user experience, higher bounce rates, and lower rankings. We optimise site speed and technical performance to enhance both search engine visibility and user satisfaction.
04. Should I focus on SEO or paid ads?
SEO provides long-term organic traffic and leads, while Google Ads for example offers immediate visibility. A balanced approach that includes both can maximise results, depending on your goals and budget.
