Win 2 x Byron Bay Bluesfest tickets (2 Adult 1-Day tickets) AND $1,000 spending money (you can use it how you choose).
You need to do 2 simple things to stand a chance.

"Like" our Facebook page and "Share" the Facebook post about the comp.

Good luck! Competition ends 14th Feb 2013. There will be 1 winner that wins both the Adult one-day tickets and the $1,000 cash (you need to be an Australian resident and over 18 to claim the full prize).

Cheap Month to Month ADSL2+

Our pricing's been slashed, our monthly data allowance has been increased.

The response to our no contract ADSL has been absolutely fantastic! We've had huge interest and we are now able to pass on even better plans.

As promised, our existing customers who have already signed up for our Ground Breaking ADSL are already enjoying this new pricing. We're not hiding it from them, we're not trying to lock them into any contracts or waiting for them to "request" it! 

You may be thinking there's a catch or what's in it for NewSprout?

Our ADSL2+ offers the best speed the network allows you.

There are no contracts and no catches.

We genuinely offer Australia a better service and price alternative. We are a smaller (and much more personal) company than our competitors. If, as a customer, you are unhappy with anything we offer, you actually CAN speak to our Managing Director!

We do not have big advertising budgets to splash all over the TV, so we are growing in a much more organic fashion. Our prices are highly competitive (we don't have layers of bureaucracy and middle management) and we are relying on word-of-mouth from satisfied customers!

If you want to see our pricing come down even further (and benefit from it directly - rather than shareholders), then get behind us, tell your family, tell your friends, tell Australia...tell anyone you think would benefit from great value NO-CONTRACT broadband!

>> Click here to view our ADSL Broadband plans

ADSL Broadband just launched!

>> Click here to sign up for our new No-Contract ADSL service

We've become an Internet Provider - we now provide market leading contract-free ADSL.

- No Contracts - MONTH by MONTH, no small print - We don't try and lock you into 24 month contracts

- Always Competitive - We will drop your monthly pricing automatically, whatever special a new customer can get, you can get! We pass on our savings as soon as we can. No questions, we just do it!

- Simple ADSL2+ Plans (or the fastest available to you) with our famous Support

Why are we doing this?

It's been a growing trend, where our existing customers, have been contacting us asking if we supply internet services because they want to deal with a company who is contactable and can offer the same support they've come to enjoy with our hosting and domains.

We are tired of not having anyone good to recommend, because the ones we've tried don't offer the same quality support we do and try and tie you in to all sorts of contracts.

So no more! We've decided to become an Internet Provider ourselves.

We're not a reseller!!

It's our very own ADSL Broadband service and we're taking on the big boys! We're small (with a BIG network), passionate, personal and we have a 7 year track record of exceptional support.

Our "new" Sprout is growing and breaking the ground around it and from our humble beginnings 7 years ago we have now launched ADSL Australia Wide.

This is our very own service where we support you directly.

We don't push you onto the big players so you have to deal with their big call centres, we take all this pain away from you.

We are one of these players now (a small one) and we deal with the wholesalers who own the pipes in the ground on your behalf, we chase them up and we keep you updated. Obviously we don't own the copper in the ground (or fibre when the NBN rolls around), but we provide the service on-top of that copper and we deal with the wholesalers on your behalf. Very similar to any other Internet Provider, except the difference with us is that we will make it as pain-free as possible, and with no contracts.

Our promise to you is to offer rock solid, hassle free internet with fantastic support backing it and to remain as competitive as we can, always!

>> Click here to change your internet over to NewSprout ADSL

And oh...did I say "No Contracts" - "No Cancellation Fees" - "No Early Termination Fees" - No hidden stuff! No Catches.

We're doing this unlike other providers and we're offering it contract-free.

From the very beginning this has worked well for us, we've always been against contracts and just as we've done with our hosting, we don't want to force clients against their will. We're changing the way ADSL is provided in Australia by getting rid of contracts completely.

Another thing you will notice is no Early Termination Fees! We've done away with those too, and the small print, the CATCHES, the hidden bundling, they're all gone!

ADSL plans can become very confusing and we've simplified this greatly to just 3 plans based purely on the monthly usage you need or anticipate. You can upgrade or downgrade between packages if you need to and view your usage through our client area. The same one you are familiar with and already use for your hosting and domains.

Why do you need to act now?

1. We want to save you time and hassle and get you out of the punitive contracts that most providers force onto you.

2. If you're one of the first 100 subscribers you go in the draw to win your internet connection FREE for a whole year (up to $1500 worth)!

Finally, I have to ask you a question...Why wouldn't you transfer your ADSL internet connection to us right now?

And I've tried to answer your questions you may have. Please let me know if you have any more.

"Because it's a mission and it will take me too long."

I've just timed it.

The entire order process took me just 3 minutes 28 seconds.

Think how long your last call took on the phone trying to get a simple question answered with your current provider, or if you tried emailing them, did they even respond?

These 3 and a half minutes could save you a lot of time in future.

"But won't I have to still do anything with my modem?"

After the 3 minute order process:
- We organise your ADSL line transfer (or new ADSL application) on your behalf
- Then in about 5 to 10 days time, we will confirm when it has completed. The only thing you then need to do is to update your modem with the new username and password
- Your internet will continue to work until then
- And we're here to assist you in adding the new login info to your modem :-)

"Do I need a new modem?"

No, not a new one, the one you currently use for your ADSL connection is fine :-)

If it's a brand new connection and you don't have a modem yet, then you will need to get one.

Any ADSL2+ modem will do. Starting from less than $100 you can purchase online or from a retailer. We have some info on our site with some recommendations.

"Do I need a telephone line?"

Yes you do, nothing with your telephone line will change.

You continue using the same service from your telephone provider.

"What about the naked broadband service I've heard about?"

This is one of those hidden catches that we have got rid of. It's a marketing thing by the big players to confuse the consumer.

If you have "no" telephone line, it's true, you can save that monthly cost, however you still need the copper in the ground!

So effectively you do still have a line (but you just can't make calls on it anymore). The naked broadband packages then charge you a premium because you have "no line". So you end up paying the same as a "basic line rental" + ADSL (bundled), or in some cases you pay more, and in some cases you may save 5 bucks...max!

We reckon, keep your basic line and then you can still make calls :-)

"I'm not changing yet, I'm waiting for the NBN"

This wait could be a bit like "how long is a piece of string".

If you do change over to us, we will notify you and swap you over so you don't have to worry about it.

We're keeping our finger on the NBN (The National Broadband Network) pulse too and we will be offering it soon, but obviously only where and as it becomes available.

We will notify you when we have our NBN packages ready and also when it's available in your area, so we can change you over from your ADSL plan with us to an NBN plan with us, when the time comes. And with our no contract and no cancellation fee, it will ensure you're not stuck in a contract when it comes around...it will make for a seamless swap-over handled by us.

"I don't want to sacrifice on speed"

You'll get the same good speeds with us.

The main factor for speed is what is available at your exchange and how long the copper is to your house/office.

We have 3 plans, all based on the fastest connection you can get from your exchange. If you can get ADSL2+ that's what it will be, if you can only get 8Mbps then that will be your maximum speed.

In other words, we will provide the same speed you currently get, or better if it's available.

"Will I have any downtime?"

There won't be downtime as long as you don't cancel your current connection yet.

Simply wait for the email from us saying the Transfer has been completed and then enter in your new Username and Password in your modem and you'll stay connected.

"This will probably cost more than I'm paying at the moment"

We don't think so. We're very competitive – and we don't lock you into long contracts like the others!

>> Click here to see our simple pricing structure

The single most important thing is to check you aren't paying for what you're not using.

With our No Contract service, you can change between plans (up or down), so you can get what is right for you from the very beginning.

If you believe your current connection is considerably different, either with speed, service or pricing, please send us some info about it and we can give you a direct comparison. We're confident that if compared without the catches and the tricks, we'll be competitive in pricing, no contracts...and better with support.

"I'll have to call up my current provider anyway to Transfer my number"

Nope, we will handle that.

"I'm in a contract with my current provider"

Oh dear...

This is exactly the reason we offer no contracts, to give you flexibility.

You may need to wait it out and signup once your contract with them expires. Or if you're nearing the end of your contract, check what kind of cancellation fee they would charge you.

Please send me a reply with the date your contract ends and we'll do the remembering for you and we'll get in touch with you when the time is right for you to make the swap.

"I don't want to lose my email address with my current provider"

We provide you with an email address.

Or, perhaps it's time to get your very own so you're never dependant on an internet provider ever again.

We have hosting services where you can get your very own domain and email that you will own and take with you forever.

But as mentioned above, you still get your free email address with your ADSL service.

"So how is the billing going to work?"

There is a small setup fee (remember, no contracts, cancellations or early terminations), only the small setup fee.

Then we bill you your monthly fee on the 27th of each month. Your first month may be a smaller or bigger amount, it is pro-rata until the end of the month or the end of the following month.

Quick summary if you signup now:

- You'll be in line to win a whole year of FREE internet if you're quick. A 100:1 shot at almost $1,500 value - that's pretty good odds.

We're not sure how long it will take to get to 100 subscribers, but once we hit the 100 mark then unfortunately you no longer qualify for the draw.

Even if you don't win, it still means:

- You'll have no contract on your internet anymore.
- We take care of the transfer.
- We deal with the big companies who own the copper and fibre in the ground, you only deal with us :-)

>> Click here to sign up for your new ADSL service

Please let me know if you need any help or advice.

Happy surfing!

Gavin
MD, newsprout.com.au

Free Bulk Email Marketing Tool to reach all your contacts

We've had lots of requests for Bulk Mail and whether we have a tool for it.

Many clients of ours have been looking for an easy to use tool that allows them to keep in contact with their clients - effortlessly - and without the inherent issues of using a standard email program, or a system so complex you need a degree to cipher through the documentation :-)

Well, the good news is, now we do! And it's FREE! 5,000 emails worth!

Rather than waffling on about it, the best way to understand it is to test it and WIN an iPad while doing so:

Try it out right now - It will take less than 6 minutes...and cost you absolutely nothing!

1 minute and 55 seconds to signup, complete the order and login to the new system - I timed it!

And then 3 minutes and 45 seconds to send your first email to 10 of your friends - I timed this part too :-)

That's it!

Signup + Send 10 people an email from the system = Chance to WIN an iPad

If you're interested in more detail then read on, but if you've done the above there is nothing further you need to do, other than reap the benefits of this great tool and your 5,000 free emails!

Once signed up and while you're on a role, check out how easy it is to use, you can quickly do a copy and paste of this email into your new account and send it to 10 of your contacts, or of course any other way you wish to share it is also fine - 'Like' us on Facebook, TWEET it! - it's entirely up to you.

Follow the simple 3 step wizard in the system:

1. Give your contact list a name

2. Add your contacts to the list you created in step 1 (either manually, by copy and pasting them or importing them)

3. Create a message (use a blank page, use our templates or use your own template)

It's a special offer to our existing clients, it's free to get started, you get 5,000 free emails and you could win an iPad by trying it out!

We're only giving away a limited number of these freebees to you and your friends and we've got no way of knowing how long it's going to last but we're estimating up until sometime during the beginning of next week, the 7th or 8th of Feb 2012 .

How the iPad giveaway works:

We are giving an iPad away to a NEW NewSprout client that signs up for any of our brand new SproutMailer Bulk Email Marketing packages (including this freebee package).

And the only way they can win is if they found out about it from an existing customer!

As an existing NewSprout client, you'll also be happy, as you too can win an iPad.

We will call one of our NEW clients at the end of the month (Feb 2012) that has tested out the system by sending an email from it - and then ask them who referred them?

If it was you - you both get an iPad!

So if you know of someone who could benefit from 5,000 free emails and an iPad - let them know about this and hold thumbs for your iPads.

Whether you win the iPads or not, you still get the 5,000 free emails to start connecting with your contacts more closely and regularly like you've been meaning to do.

It's really that simple!

Try it out right now - (if this link no longer adds a FREE plan into your order then unfortunately the freebees are all gone, but you can still signup for one of the normal plans)

The only small little catch is that both you and the people you tell need to each send out a real email from the platform to at least 10 contacts by the end of this month (that's the 29th February) - which should only take 6 minutes max! You can send them a link to this page if you wish :-)

It can be this page's content, it could simply be a link to this page, or it can be your first genuine email to your clients. As long as an email is sent to 10 of your contacts, you're in the running!

So secure your free package and then you have 'till the end of the month to send out your campaign.

(The system is completely secure and we take your information and contacts very seriously which is covered by our Privacy Policy on our website. The only reason we request an email to be sent is so you get to test the system and see how easy it is to use - and of course, be in with a chance to win an iPad)

"But I already use Outlook or have another system I am comfortabe with," I hear you saying...

If you are already using something to send bulk emails to your contact lists...

Do you know who is opening your emails or if they're even being delivered?

Do you have a way to track this?

Are you aware your IP Address or domain name could get blacklisted if you aren't following proper anti-spam rules?

SproutMailer gives you fantastic reporting showing you exactly who opened your emails, who clicked on the links and many more useful and automated tools to make keeping in contact with your clients easier, more relevant and more professional.

3 great reasons to try our new SproutMailer Bulk Mail program:

1. You and your friend can each win an iPad

2. It is FREE, you get 5,000 emails absolutely free, no catch and no small print

3. The tool makes it very easy to keep in contact with your existing clients (or new clients) giving you instant feedback on your email campaigns.

3 very important reasons to use a Purpose Built platform:

1. There is built in anti-spam standards ensuring your emails are clean. They are all sent from our world-class purpose-built email platform

2. No more unprofessional"Outlook" or email-program style emails running the risk of getting your domain or IP address blacklisted because anti-SPAM practices are not being followed

3. No more email limitations imposed by your internet provider blocking the number of emails you can send

It can help streamline your website and how you keep in contact:

1. Integrate it into your website, any website, but especially if you use Wordpress, Joomla or Drupal with our ready-to-use extensions recognised by Wordpress, Joomla and Drupal

2. Lots of easy templates to use, or create your own

3. Auto-responders and Triggers allowing you to setup automated emails for specified events

If you're ready to give it a go click here and complete the order and you will receive an email explaining what to do next.

For some more info on our SproutMailer products you can have a look here.

Enjoy and Good luck!

And the iPad winners are... (read on for cheap domains and MORE free domains - promo code below)

Well done to both our iPad winners - Susan Jones from Canberra, ACT and Loughlan Burnett from Kilsyth, Victoria who referred Susan through OzBargain! Good thinking there Loughlan you increased your odds hugely.

You both sounded very happy about winning the iPad2's - and again, and what we didn't tell you is we're also throwing in a BONUS Apple magnetic Smart Cover which is made for the new iPad - enjoy your new toys! As promised your iPad will be delivered to your door in the next 2 weeks (around the 17th June) and we need photo evidence please.

Our little 'sprouts' were at it once again pinning the donkey - a number of times :-) There were pages and pages (and pages) of entrants. So we had numbers on a single page representing each page. Once one of those numbers was "pinned" we found the corresponding page and "pinned" a winner. We called them up and only after a few attempts of repeating the entire process above, we found a winner that was successfully referred to us by an existing customer. Well done to both of you, and enjoy!

Did you miss out on our great giveaway?

Well not to worry, we've just dropped our domain pricing by over 50%!

And you can get a free domain if you buy one (until 9th June 2011)! Read on...

To kick it all off we are running a special (this time it does have a small catch), if you need a new Australian domain (or you know anyone that needs a new one), you or they can buy the Aus domain (.com.au or .net.au) and we'll give you the matching .com or .net domain absolutely FREE (or a non-matching .com or .net domain, it doesn't matter).

There is no limit on how many .com.au or .net.au's you can buy and you'll be able to add the free .com or .net with it using the code below.

There is only a limit on how long we will be offering this, we think it will last until about next week Thursday 9th June 2011, but it's impossible for us to know. We got the last estimate quite wrong even after we extended it because of the HUGE response. So if you need cheap and free domains, get in there quickly!

In other words: If you need a .com.au and .com domain OR a .net.au and .net domain, (i.e. A combination of one Aus domain and one .com or .net), you can get both of them for $27.00/ 2 years

That's right, we'll give you the .com or .net for free FOREVER (by renewing it each year at no cost) as long as you keep the .au domain with us!

If you transfer the Aus domain away from us, that is perfectly fine, but then unfortunately you won't get the .com or .net renewed again for free (you will either need to pay for it or let it expire). But as always, no contracts so you can do with the domains as you please and you are welcome to transfer them out or keep them with us. And if you keep both domains with us we will continue renewing the .com or .net for free FOREVER.

To buy your .au for only $27 / 2 years and claim your free .com or .net follow these steps:

1. To place an order please go to this link:https://myaccount.newsprout.com.au/domainchecker.php and type in the first part of your domain only. Then tick BOTH .com.au and .com OR .net.au and .net (you can't have 2 Australian domains as part of the special)
2. Make sure they both say "Available! Order Now" and tick them both (leave the .com or .net as 1 Year, we will renew them for you next year as explained above) and click "Order Now > >"
3. Enter your ABN for the 1st domain and on the next screen enter this Promotional Code: cheapdomains
4. Good luck and be quick!

TWEET it!