June 30th marks the end of the financial year so that means you only have a few more weeks to get your orders in before budgets for the new year begin. If you have remaining budget to spend before the June 30th cut-off date then why not utilise this money to purchase promotional items or office essentials for your organisation from Cubic Promote.

Best-Selling Custom Office Merchandise

Products customised with your corporate logo make fantastic investments during EOFY as they can be stored for use throughout the coming months and years, ensuring you always have stock on hand. If you're already planning for the rest of 2021 then this is also the perfect opportunity to order custom swag for any events or conferences you might be having soon.

If you're not sure whether or not you need EOFY

Hoodies make fantastic promotional gifts for a variety of industries because, well, what's more comfortable than a hoodie when the cold weather starts to bite? Today on the Cubic Promote blog we're going to be looking at why promotional hoodies make sense as branded merchandise in 2021.

1. Hoodies: Comfortable, versatile, and cost-effective.
2. Zip-ups vs. pullovers: Design options matter.
3. Hoodies: Visible branding with long-lasting impact.

Branded Hoodies as Marketing Merchandise

Hoodies are a popular piece of promotional clothing for organisations as diverse

Backpacks are a highly functional promo item that often gets forgotten in a world where custom tote bags are everywhere. Promotional backpacks are wonderful products for those who want to give their team members a daily-use item, those keen on handing out quality custom bags to event attendees, and people seeking stylish corporate gifts. Don't believe us? Keep reading -- there's a lot of advantages to having your brand on bulk backpacks.

1. Branded backpacks: Reach wider audiences.
2. Customisation options: Premium, eco-friendly materials.
3. Promotional impact: Unite communities, foster loyalty.

Promotional Backpacks

Aussies love a beer or two, so when it comes to celebrating Beer Day (April 7th) we are ahead of the pack! While National Beer Day celebrations originated in the US as a way to celebrate when prohibition ended, here in Australia we're such big fans of beer that we don't mind celebrating one of the world's oldest beverages in April as well!

1. Promote your brand with stubby coolers.
2. Customised glassware adds elegance.
3. Celebrate Beer Day in style.

Enjoy Beer With Stubbies and Glasses

Here in Australia beer is considered part of our everyday working lives, a beverage adults enjoy responsibly after work and with friends. That's why products that promote your brand and

Promotional coffee mugs are an office and home staple that allow you to express yourself while tucking into a good cup of joe or a lovely fresh tea. Some of our favourite mugs we've seen over the years in this industry are the ones that give us a good laugh. To spread the smiles, we're sharing some of our faves from around the web for you to check out and get inspired by.

Mugs with Funny Messages

Printed Mug for the Short Person in Your Office

Mushu from Disney's Mulan is quoted here in a funny little inspirational mug for any vertically

If you've seen any fashion shows this year you might be forgiven for thinking you were at a construction site -- workwear is now the height of fashion. Whether it be comfortable slacks featuring a reflective stripe, or a fully reflective sweater akin to those you see on construction workers, logo branded hi-vis clothing is now the preferred streetwear look.

1. Hi-vis clothing increases brand visibility.
2. Customisation options include embroidery and screen printing.
3. Hi-vis clothing is versatile and cost-effective.

Doubles as Casual Wear

2017 saw more high-end fashion labels utilising vibrant neon items inspired by the safety wear

It's National Ride2Work Day, and that means it's time to dust off your bike and get moving! The benefits of riding to work include physical exercise (we don't do enough of it as a society) and reducing your carbon footprint (bike riding = zero emissions!) as well as the joys of just getting out in the open and enjoying your environment. So in celebration, we thought we'd recommend some of our most popular promotional products for bike riders Australia wide!

1. Promote your brand through cycling.
2. Custom biking jerseys for corporate teams.
3. Choose relevant promotional bike accessories.

Branded Product Ideas for Australian Cyclists

KFC are no strangers to quirky marketing campaigns. Last year they released promotional sunscreens that smelled like fried chicken as well as a power bank cardboard box for charging phones while you eat their chicken. In 2017 they're looking to up the game by releasing a new assortment of fashionable merchandise that includes clothes, pins, prints, and even jewellery!

1. Create memorable, unique merchandise like KFC.
2. Collaborate for eye-catching promotion.
3. Focus on sustainability and functionality.

Tie-In Merchandise for Fried Chicken Fans

It's one thing to love fried chicken,

It's not every day that a top brand like Nike takes over uniform responsibilities for the NBA from previous supplier Adidas, but that's exactly what's just happened in the US. Such a major changing of the guard is bound to bring with it a few alerations, but it's the exact nature of these changes that has people talking.

1. Use sustainable materials for products.
2. Eco-friendly products create a positive image.
3. Promote brand while being environmentally responsible.

Eco-Friendly Nike Basketball Uniforms

While keen sports fans will notice that the cut and style of promotional

You have probably noticed in recent years that phones and laptops are getting thinner. Remember Apple removing the audio jack from the latest iPhone models? Technology is getting slimmer, lighter, and more efficient across the board. USB Type-C is another ultra thin, ultra speedy technological accomplishment that is set to revolutionise how you use your promotional USB flash drives, smartphones and computers alike!

1. USB Type-C: revolutionising connectivity.
2. Fast data transfer and energy charging.
3. Versatile and future-proof technology.

What is USB-C and Why Do I Want It?

USB-C (or USB Type-C) first finished development stages in 2014 as a fully reversible USB plug connector that can