{"id":8,"date":"2026-02-26T13:07:13","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T02:07:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/?page_id=8"},"modified":"2026-05-15T16:03:20","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T06:03:20","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-section-1 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-75f56b9d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained is-style-section-1--1\" style=\"min-height:0vh;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f15145cb wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"371\" src=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/WD-Logo-Rectangle-Blue-1024x371.png\" alt=\"Whittle Designs\" class=\"wp-image-35\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/WD-Logo-Rectangle-Blue-1024x371.png 1024w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/WD-Logo-Rectangle-Blue-300x109.png 300w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/WD-Logo-Rectangle-Blue-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/WD-Logo-Rectangle-Blue.png 1192w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>IT Support and Training<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Based in New Norfolk and servicing the Derwent Valley<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I, Samuel Whittle (<strong>Whittle Designs<\/strong>), am a sole trader providing IT support, including troubleshooting, repairs and training. I specialise in supporting individuals, small businesses, and community organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/#services\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8\">services <\/a>that I can provide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support setting up new devices (Desktops, laptops and mobile devices)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic device troubleshooting and repairs (Desktops, laptops and mobile devices)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support setting up or accessing online services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One-to-one training to use software, apps, services and devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Setting up or maintaining websites through major providers (Squarespace, Wix, WordPress, and others)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I also provide photography services at <a href=\"http:\/\/whittle.photography\">whittle.photography<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-section-4 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4bb49aaa wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained is-style-section-4--2\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide\" id=\"services\">Our services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-794e3cfa wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"margin-bottom:24px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/illustration-computer-icon.png\" alt=\"Icon representing a laptop\" class=\"wp-image-14\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/illustration-computer-icon.png 2000w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/illustration-computer-icon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/illustration-computer-icon-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/illustration-computer-icon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/illustration-computer-icon-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/illustration-computer-icon-1536x1536.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Computer Assistance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">I offer support for setting up new systems, troubleshooting software and hardware issues, installing and removing software, and can provide one-on-one tutorials for day-to-day computer use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Setting up new or secondhand desktops, laptops or mobile devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Troubleshooting software and hardware<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Setting up and troubleshooting basic networks <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Basic repairs for desktops and some laptops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">One-to-one training on using computers, software and mobile devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Support accessing online services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"margin-bottom:24px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/webicon-scaled.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/webicon-scaled.png 2560w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/webicon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/webicon-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/webicon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/webicon-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/webicon-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/webicon-2048x2048.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Web and Graphic Services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">I can help you navigate the process of setting up, updating and maintaining basic websites. We also offer basic graphic design services for your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Setting up or updating websites on most major providers (Squarespace, Wix, WordPress, etc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Basic graphics and image creation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Flyer and banner designs (<em>please note that we do not offer any printing service<\/em>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"margin-bottom:24px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1449\" height=\"692\" src=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/5582-Converted.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/5582-Converted.png 1449w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/5582-Converted-300x143.png 300w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/5582-Converted-1024x489.png 1024w, https:\/\/whittledesigns.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/5582-Converted-768x367.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1449px) 100vw, 1449px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Other Services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">I have experience working with audio\/visual systems and can help you to set up or troubleshoot your system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Setting up and troubleshooting TV\/Projectors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Setting up and troubleshooting sound systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Setting up and troubleshooting PA systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-section-1 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4bb49aaa wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained is-style-section-1--3\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-794e3cfa wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"about\">About<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">I have a couple of decades of experience built up working with technology in various forms. This has included building and repairing computers, creating and maintaining websites, troubleshooting mobile devices, providing training for users (young and old) and setting up networks. I also spent time over the last 20+ years at the DVOAC with various stints as a volunteer, part-time coordinator and committee member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">I have a formal background in computer science and education, and am an associate member of the Australian Computer Society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Contact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpcf7 no-js\" id=\"wpcf7-f45-o1\" lang=\"en-AU\" dir=\"ltr\" data-wpcf7-id=\"45\">\n<div class=\"screen-reader-response\"><p role=\"status\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-atomic=\"true\"><\/p> <ul><\/ul><\/div>\n<form action=\"\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fpages%2F8#wpcf7-f45-o1\" method=\"post\" class=\"wpcf7-form init\" aria-label=\"Contact form\" novalidate=\"novalidate\" data-status=\"init\">\n<fieldset class=\"hidden-fields-container\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7\" value=\"45\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_version\" value=\"6.1.6\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_locale\" value=\"en_AU\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_unit_tag\" value=\"wpcf7-f45-o1\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_container_post\" value=\"0\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_posted_data_hash\" value=\"\" \/>\n<\/fieldset>\n<p><label> Your name<br \/>\n<span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"your-name\"><input size=\"40\" maxlength=\"400\" class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-text wpcf7-validates-as-required\" autocomplete=\"name\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" value=\"\" type=\"text\" name=\"your-name\" \/><\/span> <\/label>\n<\/p>\n<p><label> Your email<br \/>\n<span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"your-email\"><input size=\"40\" maxlength=\"400\" class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-email wpcf7-validates-as-required wpcf7-text wpcf7-validates-as-email\" autocomplete=\"email\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" value=\"\" type=\"email\" name=\"your-email\" \/><\/span> <\/label>\n<\/p>\n<p><label> Subject<br \/>\n<span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"your-subject\"><input size=\"40\" maxlength=\"400\" class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-text wpcf7-validates-as-required\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" value=\"\" type=\"text\" name=\"your-subject\" \/><\/span> <\/label>\n<\/p>\n<p><label> Your message (optional)<br \/>\n<span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"your-message\"><textarea cols=\"40\" rows=\"10\" maxlength=\"2000\" class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-textarea\" aria-invalid=\"false\" name=\"your-message\"><\/textarea><\/span> <\/label>\n<\/p>\n<p><input class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-submit has-spinner\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Submit\" \/>\n<\/p><div class=\"wpcf7-response-output\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"fees\">Current Fees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>On-site visits may incur a travel fee if outside of the New Norfolk township.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Item<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>One-to-one training<\/td><td>Hourly rate &#8211; $50 (charged per 30min)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistance setting up or accessing online services<\/td><td>Base fee &#8211; $20 <br>Hourly rate &#8211; $40 (charged per 15min)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistance setting up a device (Desktop, laptop, mobile device)<\/td><td>Base fee &#8211; $20 <br>Hourly rate &#8211; $40 (charged per 15min)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic troubleshooting (Desktop, laptop, mobile device)<\/td><td>Diagnostic &#8211; $20 <br>Hourly rate &#8211; $80 (charged per 15min)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic repairs (Desktop, laptop, mobile device)<\/td><td>Diagnostic &#8211; $20 <br>Hourly rate &#8211; $80 (charged per 15min)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Setting up a home network<\/td><td>Contact for pricing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Website setup<\/td><td>Service setup fee &#8211; $300 <br>Website setup \u2013 negotiated Website maintenance \u2013 negotiated <br>(<strong>Note<\/strong>: <em>hosting and domain purchase are not included<\/em>)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Setting up TV, projector and\/or audio<\/td><td>Contact for pricing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Troubleshooting TV, projector and\/or audio<\/td><td>Contact for pricing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Graphic Design<\/td><td>Contact for pricing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote has-medium-font-size\"><blockquote><p>*<em>Please note prices are subject to change at any time<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IT Support and Training Based in New Norfolk and servicing the Derwent Valley I, Samuel Whittle (Whittle Designs), am a sole trader providing IT support, including troubleshooting, repairs and training. 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