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Are you a small business looking to boost your digital and marketing presence, grow your audience, and connect with other like-minded operators?

Then don’t miss your chance to be part of #WEARESOCIAL 2026 – an event designed to supercharge your social media and promotion skills and showcase the best of what the Harvey Region has to offer.

This event is your chance to hear from real-world digital marketing experts, Social Meteor. Whether you’re new to the world of Instagram Reels or already rocking a loyal TikTok following, this event is packed with practical insights, expert-led workshops, and real-world case studies to help you level up your online game.

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Meet Social Meteor

Social Meteor is a Perth-based digital marketing agency that specialises in social-first advertising campaigns, value-based content strategies, and social media management, focusing on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn. It is one of a few WA agencies that holds TikTok Strategic Agency Partner Silver+ status.  

This year, Social Meteor was Runner-Up for Campaign Brief WA Digital Agency of the Year in 2026 and has earnt consecutive Finalist spots from 2023.

Social Meteor’s Managing Director Luke Whelan is also a co-founder of Perth is OK!, which has grown into Western Australia’s largest independent media brand with over 1.5 million followers.

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Meet Social Meteor’s Managing Director – Luke Whelan

Luke Whelan is the Managing Director and co-owner of Perth is OK! and Social Meteor, two independent, self-funded Western Australian businesses he has scaled in parallel since 2017. Perth is OK! is WA’s largest independent digital media company, reaching the state’s largest under-45 audience with 115,000 newsletter subscribers — generating more than 195 million social impressions and 11.6 million email opens in 2025 alone — and partnering with brands including McDonald’s, Tourism WA and Revo Fitness. Social Meteor is a social-first marketing agency working with clients such as RAC, Kleenheat and Harvest Road Group. A self-taught social marketer, Luke leads sales, growth and capability development across both companies, and is a vocal champion of independent media and local talent in WA. He is a Business News 40under40 winner and a regular speaker and panellist on WA business and media.

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Meet Social Meteor’s Social Specialist – Joel Cook

Joel has been part of the Social Meteor team for over four years, bringing deep expertise in social strategy, content planning and campaign execution. He’s worked across a diverse portfolio of clients — from emerging brands to established names — helping them cut through the noise and build genuine connections with their audiences. Known for his sharp eye for trends and data-driven approach, Joel plays a key role in shaping the strategic direction of our accounts.

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Meet Brookhampton Road Farm – Andrew & Abbey

Founded by Andrew and Abbey, Brookhampton Road Farm is considered one of the top 10 Airbnb’s in Western Australia.  It has been featured on Perth is OK, Urban List, Country Style Magazine, Elle Home Magazine and more. It is a favourite of travel, lifestyle and fashion influencers/content creators.

This small husband and wife business is leading the way in agri-tourism, and how to maximise your social reach and small business potential on a limited budget,

They also work heavily with local suppliers and experiences to create experiences for their guests, including chef co-labs, weddings, local food baskets, and glamping options.

Image: Andrew and Abbey. Credit: Wander Magazine.

The Harvey Region and the Shire of Harvey is proud to support this exciting opportunity for local businesses to gain new tools, inspiration, and strategies to take their digital marketing to the next level.

This is a must-attend for anyone running a small business or promoting a local brand in today’s ever-evolving online world.

 

When: August 11, 2026, 8:00am – 2:30pm

Where: Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre – The Boundary Function Room

 

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Learn about last year’s event here!

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