Sunshine Coast SEO company
Getting noticed online takes more than just launching a website. Search engines prioritise businesses that provide value to their customers, and that’s where we come in. At SIXGUN, we create tailored SEO strategies that help Sunshine Coast businesses improve their rankings, increase organic traffic, and drive conversions.
With a growing and competitive market, standing out requires a comprehensive approach. We go beyond basic keyword optimisation, ensuring that your website is technically sound, rich in valuable content, and structured to convert visitors into customers. Every part of your SEO strategy, from refining metadata and site architecture to building high-authority backlinks and improving page experience, is crafted for maximum impact.
SEO is not a quick fix—it’s a long-term strategy. We are committed to working alongside you, using a data-driven approach and industry best practices to achieve measurable results. Our goal is not just to help your website rank higher but to ensure it delivers a seamless user experience that keeps visitors engaged and ready to take action.
Awarding-winning SEO agency committed to delivering for Sunshine Coast businesses
A successful SEO strategy isn’t just about bringing more visitors to your site—it’s about attracting the right kind of traffic that leads to growth. We develop customised SEO solutions that align with your business goals, target your ideal customers, and ensure long-term digital success.
Every business is unique, and a one-size-fits-all approach won’t work. That’s why we take the time to understand your industry, analyse your competitors, and research market trends before creating a strategy that matches your specific objectives. Whether you’re a local service provider aiming to dominate Sunshine Coast searches or an eCommerce business looking to expand nationally, we build scalable strategies that drive real results.
We focus on locally optimised SEO, enhancing your visibility in Sunshine Coast searches by refining your Google Business Profile, improving local citations, and crafting geo-targeted content that connects with potential customers in your area. Our approach is always scalable, ensuring your SEO strategy adapts as your business grows, whether you’re targeting local, national or international markets.
Our data-driven approach means every decision is backed by performance insights and analytics, allowing us to refine your campaign continuously for the best possible outcomes. We manage everything from technical SEO fixes and content optimisation to link building and user experience enhancements, ensuring your digital growth strategy is both comprehensive and effective.
SEO is constantly evolving. At SIXGUN, we stay ahead of industry trends, updating your strategy to maintain your business’s competitive edge. We don’t just help you rank higher—we help you build a digital presence that drives sustainable business success.
Meet our
Sunshine Coast 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 businesses on the Sunshine Coast with their SEO
A well-optimised website does more than just attract traffic—it creates opportunities to convert visitors into customers. SEO for Sunshine Coast businesses requires more than just keywords and metadata. It involves a holistic strategy that improves site performance, enhances user experience, and engages potential customers.
We ensure your site is fast, mobile-friendly, and easy to navigate, which not only improves rankings but also boosts engagement and conversion rates. Our team focuses on technical SEO, ensuring your site meets Google’s best practices and provides a smooth experience across all devices.
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Powering up your SEO strategy
Our SEO strategies are designed to not only increase your website’s visibility but also to build lasting relationships with your audience. We improve your Google Business Profile and optimise local search results, making sure your business shows up when it matters most.
Content is a key part of SEO success. We create engaging, relevant content that answers your customers’ questions, builds trust, and enhances your brand’s authority. Our content strategy is aligned with your business objectives, ensuring every piece of content contributes to your growth.
A successful SEO strategy also requires technical optimisation. Many websites struggle with slow load times, poor mobile performance, and outdated SEO practices that limit their ranking potential. We conduct technical audits, implement fixes, and maintain a healthy site structure to ensure your website performs well in search results and offers a great user experience.
SEO isn’t a one-time project. It involves continuous monitoring, analysis, and adjustments to keep your strategy aligned with search engine updates and market trends. At SIXGUN, we stay ahead of the curve, adapting your SEO approach to maintain strong rankings and drive consistent traffic and leads.
Our SEO agency, delivering for your Sunshine Coast business
A strong SEO strategy is about more than just rankings—it’s about building a robust digital presence that drives real business growth. SIXGUN’s approach ensures your site is optimised, visible, and ready to convert visitors into loyal customers.
Call us on 1300 127 361 or contact us to get started.
Local SEO for the Sunshine Coast
Local SEO is also a critical component of our strategy. We enhance your local search presence, helping your business appear in local search results, Google’s Map Pack, and relevant directories. By creating geo-targeted content and refining your Google Business Profile, we connect your business with potential customers right when they are looking for your services.
