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Beyond the Pint Glass: 5 Unexpected Merch Items to Drive Tasting Room Sales

22-10-2025

Let's be honest: your brewery merch store probably looks like every other brewery merch store. T-shirts with a logo slapped on them. Maybe a hoodie. And of course, a mountain of pint glasses.

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Why Custom Merch Builds Community at Your Gun Club

15-10-2025

Discover how custom club merchandise can strengthen your gun club’s community. Learn why great design, comfort and storytelling turn simple gear into pride-building, conversation-starting uniforms your members actually wear.

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How to Design Club Uniforms That Actually Get Worn

08-10-2025

Discover how to design club uniforms your members actually love to wear. Learn what colours, logo placements, fabrics and design details make shooting gear stylish, comfortable and practical for range days.

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What Are the Best Promotional Products for Car Dealerships in 2025

01-10-2025

Promotional products are branded items, usually printed with your logo or messaging, that are used to build awareness, loyalty and trust. For dealerships, these range from practical car accessories to staff uniforms to clever giveaways that keep your brand visible long after a visit.

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First Impressions Matter: Branded Merch for Car Dealership Test Drives

17-09-2025

Discover how Australian car dealers can turn test drives into long-term client relationships with branded merch. Learn strategies, psychology, and tips to boost loyalty.

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How to Build a Better Client Handover Kit (and Why It Matters)

24-09-2025

The client handover moment is your chance to turn a car sale into a lasting memory. A well-designed handover kit—featuring branded essentials, practical merch, and premium upgrades—delights customers, reinforces your brand, and sparks referrals. Personalise items, make them Instagrammable, and focus on quality to build loyalty and repeat business.

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From Field Days to Freight Yards: How Branded Merch Boosts Rural Brand Visibility

10-09-2025

In rural communities, branded merchandise isn’t just promo gear—it’s a trusted tool. From field days to freight yards, practical merch like caps, work shirts, and cooler bags keeps your brand visible daily.

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Top 10 Branded Merch Items for Car Dealerships in 2025

27-08-2025

Your logo belongs in more than just the rear window. From custom keyrings and travel mugs to umbrellas and apparel, these 10 branded merch items are proven winners for car dealerships in 2025—designed to be functional, memorable, and on-brand for the Australian market.

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Top 6 Must-Have Merch Items for Your Gun Club in 2025

13-08-2025

Gun clubs are more than just shooting ranges—they’re communities built on pride and tradition. In 2025, the right merch does more than look good it unites members, builds credibility, and strengthens your club identity.

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Why Every Rural Business Needs a Strong Logo

06-08-2025

In today’s competitive market, a strong logo is a crucial asset for rural businesses. It’s more than just a design; it’s a trust-builder, sales tool, and brand ambassador. Whether on a polo shirt, vehicle, or signage, your logo represents your business and its values.

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How to Launch a Brewery Merch Line (Without Stuffing It Up)

09-07-2025

Running a brewery? Don’t leave money on the table. This no-fluff guide walks you through everything you need to launch a profitable merch line—from product picks to pricing, design, promotion, and common pitfalls. Turn your fans into walking billboards—without the stress.

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Breweries Share Their Favorite Merch – What’s Selling & Why (Cha-Ching!)

02-07-2025

Ever wonder what kind of merchandise turns a casual beer lover into a loyal brand ambassador? We asked breweries across the country to spill the hops on their top-selling merch. From vintage tees and enamel pins to eco-friendly growlers and limited-edition glassware, find out what’s hot, what’s not, and how these brands are turning products into profit. ??

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Every Beer Has a Story Why Storytelling Builds Better Craft Beer Brands

09-06-2025

Every craft beer has a story make yours unforgettable. Customers connect with brands that share their passion and purpose. Mad Dog Promotions helps turn your brewery’s story into standout merch and design.

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Take Your Brewery Beyond the Taproom: How to Grow Your Reach & Build Local Buzz

21-05-2025

Your taproom is just the beginning. Take your brewery on the road with strategic pop-ups, local events, and smart collaborations that bring your beer to new audiences. From farmers’ markets to footy fundraisers, this guide shows you how to expand your reach, boost taproom traffic, and turn curious sippers into loyal fans—without breaking the bank.

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Ag Day Branding That Turns Heads

01-05-2025

Planning for Ag Day? Make your team impossible to miss with branded workwear that screams professionalism (with a bit of Aussie cheek). From tough shirts to custom caps, we’ll kit your crew out right.

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Brewery Merch Made Easy: Let Mad Dog Handle the Hassle

08-04-2025

Sick of managing brewery merch? Outsource your inventory to Mad Dog Promotions and get back to brewing! We handle the gear, you focus on the beer.

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Five Proven Strategies to Attract More Customers to Your Plumbing Business

01-10-2024

The plumbing industry is competitive. While word-of-mouth referrals still matter, relying solely on them is no longer enough.Today’s plumbing businesses need a multi-channel approach to stand out, earn trust and win new customers consistently

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GET LONG TERM PROMOTIONAL BENEFITS WITH STUBBY HOLDER

05-06-2019

On a sweltering hot day, there is nothing better than a cold, very cold canned beverage. Whether it is your favorite beer, cola or energy drink, nothing beats the heat that a cold one. But, as with all things in the heat the problem is that these cans tend to, well, heat up. That’s where

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PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS AND YOU

12-06-2019

A customer would be hard pressed to forget your brand or logo when it is literally in the palm of their hand. So what’s holding you back? Brand recognition is a fancy term which simply means that you should get your logo, brand and marketing in your customers face as much as possible. And, since

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EVERYONE LOVES A FREE PEN – TOP PROMOTIONAL MERCHANDISE

20-06-2019

You’ve seen them being handed out everywhere. At corporate events, at charity functions, at races, sporting events and parties, you probably have one on your desk or maybe even holding one now. Branded promotional items are an effective way of getting your company’s logo, branding and marketing out and in the hands of your audience.

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THE BENEFITS OF HAVING A PROMOTIONAL TOTE BAG

27-06-2019

The sheer size and dimension of tote bags virtually begs them to be moving billboards. On these functional and fashionable pieces of canvas you have the ability to promote your brand, logo marketing, and even promote a cause. You can be sure that your customers, audience and prospects will appreciate them as well. Primarily, because

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BENEFITS OF PROMOTIONAL BUSINESS MAGNETS

29-06-2019

Simultaneously decorative and functional, magnets are a much appreciated giveaway for almost anybody. They can be placed and displayed on almost any metal surface within the home and workplace. They are deceptively durable and are highly visible and should definitely be a part of your arsenal of promotional products. The beauty about business card magnets

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PROMOTIONAL LANYARDS FOR LONG TERM MARKETING BENEFITS

01-07-2019

Surely you’ve experienced the horrifying ordeal of misplacing your keys, passcard or ID badge. Guess what? Your customers do it too. What you all need is a lanyard to keep things handy and close by. Never let your important objects stray away from you. That’s the best thing about promotional lanyards there’s only positive things

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USING PERSONALISED COFFEE MUGS TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS

06-07-2019

For the overwhelming majority of the population, the beginning of every day needs a shot of caffeine to get it going. The hot and wakening brew is then placed in a mug and taken to desks, dining tables and cup holders in cars. But it doesn’t end there, people often bring along their coffee mugs

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TOP 10 CRICKET CLUBS IN PERTH

26-09-2019

If you are an Australian cricket fan, then you would definitely have heard the following names: Dennis Lillee, Justin Langer, Michael Hussey, Rod Marsh, Kim Hughes and Tom Moody. But do you know what’s common between these four international Australian cricketers? Yes, you are right. They have all played for Western Australia. One of the

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SUMMER PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS FROM MADDOGPRINTS

24-10-2019

Summer is here and we at Mad Dog have just the right stuff for those summer events. Be it a Cricket match or a barbecue at the park, our summer promotional products will definitely help you make a mark and get your brand recognized among potential clients. We have compiled a list of summer promotional

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HOW TO USE PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS TO MARKET YOUR BUSINESS?

31-10-2019

If you’re reading this article, we assume that you already know how effective promotional products could be for marketing and branding of your business. If some of you are still thinking whether or not you should use it as one of your marketing strategies, let’s quickly tell you why you should just go for it.

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HOW PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS CAN GET YOU MORE CUSTOMERS ?

08-11-2019

In today’s era, customer satisfaction is not good enough to retain your current client-base. You have to look for newer and better ways to surprise your existing customers and earn customer delight; and attract new ones by providing them with an out-of-the-box experience. How would you stand a chance in the whirlpool of big brands,

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10 BRANDS THAT NEVER LEFT YOUR MIND BECAUSE OF THEIR ADS

12-11-2019

A brand is established when it is able to build a wide customer-base and retain it. What’s one of the best ways to do that? Through advertisement! An advertisement’s prime motive is to sell your product to the masses showing them the three very important things: Why they need the product How they would benefit

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10 AUSTRALIAN BRANDS THAT ARE POPULAR WORLDWIDE

19-11-2019

Brands are what a person looks for when he or she think of a product or service. Branding can help a company build up its reputation. It’s more than just a logo; it’s a promise of a quality product or service. In today’s fast paced life people tend to go with products or services that

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TOP 10 VISOR BRANDS IN AUSTRALIA

02-01-2019

Visors are used since decades as protection from sun and UV rays. For the ones who are not aware, a sun visor or a sports visor is a crownless hat consisting simply of the brim with a strap encircling the head. It protects only the face and the strap can function as a sweatband. Visors

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TOP 5 SUMMER CAMPING SPOTS NEAR PERTH AND THINGS YOU MUST CARRY ALONG!

11-01-2019

Summer vacations mean so many things; sun, beaches, fun activities, and family time. It’s fun to camp out with friends and family during this season. Taking out the caravans and campers, pitching tents and lighting stoves, camp fire and more, all these are synonymous with good times. We’ve put together five spots, not too far

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CALICO BAGS – PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS IN AN ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECO-FRIENDLY WAY

23-01-2019

Promotional bags with your brand image or company logo offer a great way to market and promote your products or corporate identity. They’re great for handing out giveaways at trade shows, conventions, conferences and events. Hand them out individually, or fill with t-shirts, caps, bumper stickers, key chains, pens, mugs and more for a stronger

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PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS FOR YOUR TRADE SHOW GIVEAWAY

27-01-2019

A trade show presents you with a wonderful platform to showcase your products and services, meet potential customers, and explore new market opportunities. When you participate in a trade show, you want to make the most of the opportunity and attract your target audience. One way of driving traffic to your booth, is to hang

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5 PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS PEOPLE LOVE TO GET/RECEIVE:

16-05-2019

5 Promotional Products people love to get/receive: Most people like free stuff, many of them accept freebies / gifts while a few may dismiss. So Companies began advancing their brands by offering promotional products to their representatives with their logo. There comes a period when each organization needs an uncommon special thing past the conventional.

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CUSTOM LANYARDS ARE A POPULAR MARKETING TOOL FOR BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS

08-06-2019

Lanyards can lend a degree of professionalism to your brand. Lanyards can let other people know that you are a VIP, special guest or are allowed special privileges or access. People will also link this importance with your brand. Lanyards are popular with Sporting Events, Trade Shows, Expos and Festivals. An ever increasing number of

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THREE REASONS WHY PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS ARE GREAT A INVESTMENT

17-07-2019

Reaching the right customers through promotional advertising is a herculean task. Promotional products really help effectively to reach the potential customers. Promotional products allow people to 1. See your brand 2. Associate your brand & 3. Recognize your brand All the above 3 things are important as more people become aware of your brand. There

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WINTER PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS FROM MAD DOG PRINT

25-07-2019

Customers and clients should be prepared for the ice, snow, and whatever else may come their way. With our winter promotional items, everyone will be ready for even the coldest weather. Promotional Winter Merchandise products are to get your adverting off to a great start; personalize all products with your logo. Temperatures are now starting to

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HOW TO GET CUSTOM UNIFORMS IN 5 EASY STEPS

01-09-2019

How to get custom uniforms in 5 easy steps Mad Dog Promotions is a Perth-based organisation that specializes in Promotional products. We offer custom printed uniforms for popular sports including Football, Cricket, Basketball, Hockey, Soccer, Volleyball, Netball and more. Here are 5 easy steps to get your own custom uniforms.

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TOP 10 BASKETBALL JERSEYS TO TAKE INSPIRATION FROM

26-09-2019

You must have heard this jersey-wearing etiquette a billion times over and we’re not planning to add up the list. Instead, let’s just focus on something different today. You must be having a good collection of jerseys to rep your favourite team or players. But, hey, have you ever wonder why sportswear, especially, basketball jerseys

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TOP 5 MOST POPULAR RECREATIONAL SPORTS IN AUSTRALIA

27-10-2019

It’s no secret that Aussies’ love for sports goes straight to the cultural identity of the country. Keeping aside the fact that Australians are avid followers of ‘footy’, we are equally obsessed with swimming, cycling, squash, sailing, tennis or one of the many other Team sports that are popular across the country.

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BULK ORDERS ON SPORTS APPAREL WILL SAVE YOUR TEAM MONEY

25-01-2019

No matter what the season, there are always sporting events to enjoy. If you have children, you know how expensive these sports can be. Every new sports season there are new uniforms to buy, new equipment required, and all the travel costs associated with being the parent of an athlete.

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ADVANTAGES OF USING A CUSTOM SPORTS TEAM UNIFORM DESIGNER

28-02-2019

When it comes to customized outfits, one of the most obvious customers would be those in the field of sports. Teams need something to wear that would represent them well, and personalized sports apparel will definitely do the trick! Apart from keeping up with appearances, there’s really more to personalized sports apparel than it seems.

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DESIGING A SCHOOL LEAVERS POLO

20-03-2019

A sport is a physical activity carried out under an agreed set of rules with a recreational purpose. There is a common saying that “Sports teaches you about life- it teaches you character, it teaches you to play by rules, and it teaches you the feel of winning and losing”.

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FULL COLOUR PRINTED CALICO BAGS AND GET NOTICED

21-04-2019

Everyone in this world likes to be a ‘Centre of Attraction’ or to be ‘Noticed’. For this you have to do something exceptional to draw someone’s attention. In a common place, it is very important to choose on what we carry. Let’s think something new, let’s take something new! You don’t believe, for promotional ideas

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BEST ITEMS FOR BUSINESS PROMOTION

27-07-2019

The promotional products play a major role in business promotion activities. They provide a long-term exposure for your brand among the audience. Apart from creating a brand awareness, it also reactivates your old clients. Offering the promotional products that can be used in daily life gives a great result. Check out the list of products

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CUSTOM POLO SHIRTS FOR EFFECTIVE BRANDING

23-10-2019

Promotional polo shirts are always great for business branding. By offering a polo shirt, you will get plenty of opportunities to promote your business and create excitement about your products/services. Also, it gives the best impression for any business.

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5 REASONS HOW ECO BAGS WILL BE A GREAT INVESTMENT FOR YOUR BUSINESS!

20-04-2019

Eco Bags are generally good for the Environment and also its benefits for the Business. Yes! You read it right, it’s true Eco Bags benefits business in many ways, but most of the business owners don’t know the fact and how Eco bags will be a great investment for business.

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CUSTOM PRINTED PROMOTIONAL BAG

27-08-2019

Promotional bags are a very popular item in the custom printed goods category. The reasons are obvious as it creates value and visibility among the audience. The bag you choose for your brand can be of any type but when it carries your logo or any conceptual design related to your business, it conveys the

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