Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Book Printing & Publishing Services in Brisbane
Clark & Mackay has been a cornerstone of Queensland's printing and publishing industry since 1928. As a family-owned business, we combine nearly a century of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver tailored solutions for authors, businesses, and organisations. Our expertise spans book publishing, digital printing, and comprehensive print finishing services, supported by a dedicated team of industry professionals. We prioritise innovation, quality control, and client collaboration, ensuring every project meets exacting standards from concept to delivery. With facilities in Brisbane and a national distribution network, we provide end-to-end support for both short-run and large-scale print requirements. Our in-house design team works closely with clients to transform manuscripts into professionally bound books, while our commercial printing services cater to corporate identity needs through brochures, flyers, and marketing materials.We maintain rigorous quality assurance protocols across all production stages, from paper selection to binding techniques. Our commitment to customer service is demonstrated through personalised consultations, transparent pricing, and timely project execution. As an industry leader, we continually invest in sustainable practices and advanced printing technologies to meet evolving client demands. This combination of tradition, technical expertise, and client-focused service has established Clark & Mackay as a trusted partner for print and publishing solutions across Australia.
Services
Book Publishing
Book Printing
Digital Printing
Mail Services
Flyer Printing
Envelope Printing
Poster Printing
Business Card Magnets
Annual Reports
School Publications
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We have nearly 100 years of combined printing industry experience
- Our in-house design team handles complete book production workflows
- We implement ISO-certified quality control processes
- Our Brisbane facility supports both short-run and bulk printing
- We offer nationwide book distribution networks
Services
Book Publishing
Our comprehensive book publishing service supports authors from manuscript submission to final distribution. We provide editorial review, cover design, formatting, and marketing assistance while maintaining quality control throughout the production process. Authors receive guidance on binding options, paper quality, and distribution channels.
Book Printing
We offer commercial book printing with multiple binding options including hardcover, softcover, spiral, and comb binding. Our Brisbane facility handles print runs from single copies to large-scale production using digital and offset printing technologies. Quality assurance includes paper stock selection and colour accuracy checks.
Digital Printing
Our digital printing solutions cater to commercial clients requiring fast turnaround times for marketing materials. Using state-of-the-art equipment, we produce high-resolution prints for brochures, business cards, and promotional items while maintaining consistent colour reproduction across all print jobs.
Mail Services
We provide complete direct mail solutions from printing to distribution. Services include envelope addressing, material insertion, and bulk mailing with options for barcode integration. Our system ensures accurate delivery while maintaining document security throughout the mailing process.
Flyer Printing
Our flyer printing service offers custom sizing and paper options for commercial marketing campaigns. We support both full-colour and monochrome printing with finishing options including gloss or matte lamination. Clients can supply artwork or utilise our design team for layout creation.
People
Jason Smith
Managing Director
Jason oversees all print and publishing operations, ensuring quality control and client satisfaction. With extensive industry experience, he manages pricing strategies and production standards while maintaining the company's family-owned ethos.
Karlie Haling
Administration Officer
Karlie manages administrative operations and client inquiries. She coordinates internal processes and financial documentation, ensuring smooth day-to-day business operations while providing support to both clients and production teams.
Gary Dempsey
Printing Machinist
Gary supervises warehouse production and interdepartmental coordination. He ensures efficient workflow through the printing and binding departments, maintaining equipment performance standards and overseeing production scheduling for all print jobs.
Sandra Miers
Bindery and Dispatch Manager
Sandra leads book finishing operations including lamination, trimming, and binding processes. She manages national shipping logistics, ensuring timely delivery of finished products while maintaining quality standards for all bound publications.
Jeffrey Harpeng
Guillotine Operator
Jeff handles precision cutting operations for printed materials. He prepares sheets for binding using industrial cutting equipment, ensuring accurate dimensions and clean edges for all print products entering the finishing stage.
Questions
What book binding options do you offer?
We provide hardcover, softcover, spiral, and comb binding options for book printing.
Can you handle large print runs?
Yes, our Brisbane facility supports both small and large-scale print production using digital and offset technologies.
Do you offer design services?
Our in-house design team assists with book formatting, cover design, and marketing material creation.
What paper stocks are available?
We use gloss, matte, and bond paper stocks in various weights for print production.
How long does book printing take?
Digital printing takes 2 weeks, while offset printing requires 8-10 weeks for completion and delivery.
Do you ship interstate?
Yes, we provide nationwide book distribution services across Australia.
Reviews (6)
Kathi Tait
Nov 27, 2021
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Positive:Quality
Had my book printed last month with Clark & Mackay and was very happy with their service and the quality of the books is outstanding. I will definitely use them again.
Had my book printed last month with Clark & Mackay and was very happy with their service and the quality of the books is outstanding. I will definitely use them again.
Anne Monsour
Oct 05, 2021
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I engaged Clark & Mackay Printers as I was pleased with the results when they printed (and reprinted) an earlier book in 2009 and 2016. Their work was professional and good value. From start to finish, Clark & Mackay Printers made the printing of my current book a trouble-free experience. The staff were friendly, helpful and professional. I am very pleased with the finished product. Thank you Clark and Mackay.
Jim Taousanis
Sep 26, 2021
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I am a Fitness Consultant and Author. Clark & Mackay have printed three of my books to date, and I intend to print another two in similar fashion in the near future. I found their service excellent in quality, expediency and price. I highly recommend Clark & Mackay printers.
Ayla Good
Sep 24, 2021
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Recently I printed my first book through Clark and Mackay Printers and I couldnt be happier. The art department was quick to respond and alter all changes to perfection. The quality is stunning and I will definitely use their company again. Highly recommend :)
F. Beven
Sep 07, 2021
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Clark & Mackay should be the printer of choice for the first time publisher. Their timely advice and assistance made it possible for me to do the production work myself, therefore minimising the cost of my very small print run. I am extremely happy with the finished product and the very competitive price. I managed the production of the book for a friend who gladly returned to Clark & Mackay for an additional print run.
R. Leavy
Aug 08, 2021
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Management & professional printing staff understood concisely the quality of presentation I was seeking, in printing my 117 page book - the result being a world class burst bound production. The end product was faultless, with paragraphing & presentation of unsurpassable quality, extending to their instigating a tastefully colouring cover, which I was proud to show my friends & accomplices. I would not hesitate to recommend Clark & Mackay to anyone seeking the printing of their own book, as a self publisher, to also achieve the same quality of the end product, with which I was 100% happy.
