Clear, Trusted Comms: A5 Guidebook Printing for Metlink
When Metlink needed to communicate major updates to Wellington’s public transport network, they came to us with one clear goal: make it simple, clear and fast. This wasn’t just a design job, it was a public-facing document designed to help thousands of commuters navigate timetable and connection changes across buses, trains and ferries. The result? A sleek, accessible A5 guidebook that matched Metlink’s brand and met a tight rollout deadline.
We took care of the full production, starting with layout and design based on supplied content, then printing 1,000 copies using our Ricoh C9100 digital press. That machine’s no-nonsense colour accuracy and consistency was exactly what the job needed. Printed CMYK throughout, the booklet featured a durable 240gsm offset cover and 120gsm offset pages giving it enough weight to feel substantial, but still easy to flick through. Finished with saddle-stitching and trimmed to A5 size, every copy looked crisp, professional and purpose-built.
Fast turnaround, no compromise on quality
We ran electronic proofs and even mocked up a physical proof to make sure everything hit the mark. Turnaround from layout to delivery was just a few days, because when public comms are on the line, deadlines matter.
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Specifications
Finished size:
A5: 148mm (W) x 210mm (H)
Stock:
Cover: 240gsm Advance Laser.
Pages: 120gsm Advance Laser.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK throughout.
Finishing:
Saddle stapled and trimmed to size.
Elegant Print, Tiny Format: A Mini Cookbook for The Aristologist
The Aristologist is one of New Zealand’s most distinctive publications—a journal and symposium series dedicated to preserving the food history of Aotearoa and its neighbours. When editor Duncan Galletly came to us with A New Zealand Cookbook by Pummereboo, a quirky 20-page volume of recipes from 1849, including gems like “Dog Tail Soup,” the brief was simple: make it small, sharp, and archival. At just 75 x 100mm, this project pushed the limits of what’s practical in booklet printing—and that’s exactly why he came to us. We’ve been printing The Aristologist journal for 15+ years, and when something unique is needed, we know how to deliver.
We digitally printed 70 copies using a mix of high-quality stocks for both look and feel. The sky-blue cover was printed CMYK on 240gsm Pop’Set—an uncoated, smooth paper that holds colour beautifully and feels great in-hand. The internal pages were printed in crisp black ink on 135gsm Eco-100, a 100% recycled stock that lends both texture and integrity. Finished with saddle-stitching and precision-trimmed to miniature size, the result is a compact print piece that feels deliberate, not gimmicky.
Not every print shop tackles projects this small, but after years working with The Aristologist, we’ve learned how to get the details right when it matters most.
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Specifications
Finished size:
75mm (W) x 100mm (H)
Stock:
Cover: 240gsm Pop'Set Sky Blue
Pages: 135gsm Eco 100
Colours:
Cover printed CMYK 1 side and pages printed black throughout.
Finishing:
Crease, saddle staple and trimmed to size.
Flawless First Impressions: Event Decals for GNS Science
GNS Science New Zealand’s top authority on earth and environmental research—needed high-quality, removable decals for an upcoming event. With just a few days’ notice, they came to us for something clean, professional and easy to hand out. We’d worked with GNS before, so they trusted us to deliver—fast.
We prepped their supplied design for print and used Orajet 3162XRA removable vinyl, a premium stock with a gloss finish and excellent colour depth. Perfect for temporary decals, this vinyl leaves no sticky mess and applies without bubbles—thanks to its air-release backing. Each decal was kiss-cut to a custom shape and finished on sheets of 12 for easy handling and distribution. With the Roland XR-640, we ensured sharp, vivid results that held up in real-world use.
Delivered exactly as promised—1000 custom decals, turned around fast, waste-free and on spec. Whether stuck on laptops or handed out at science expos, they looked sharp and peeled clean.
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Specifications
Finished size:
85 (W) x 35mm (H)
Stock:
Orajet 3162XRA removable self adhesive vinyl.
Colours:
Colour on one side only.
Finishing:
Kiss-cut to shape and supplied on sheets.
Elegance, Foiled: Premium Award Certificates for Tommy’s Real Estate
In 2023, Tommy’s Real Estate Wellington’s most awarded agency—came to us with a request that matched their standard of excellence. They needed high-end certificates to celebrate their consistent wins at the REINZ awards. These weren’t just any awards—they were proof of performance, reputation, and ongoing dominance in a competitive market. And they deserved to be printed like it.
We chose Knight Linen stock for its rich, embossed texture and premium feel—perfect for an agency that prides itself on presentation. At 350gsm, it offered both substance and elegance. To highlight each level of achievement, we used gold foil for ‘Winner’ and silver foil for ‘Finalist’—a subtle but powerful visual distinction.
Here’s where it got clever: We pre-foiled a batch of certificates in advance, anticipating Tommy’s ongoing success. So when 2024 rolled around and they secured three more awards, we were able to overprint the details instantly—same stock, same quality, zero delay. That meant no extra foil setup fees, no inconsistencies, and no waiting around.
Printed on our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070 with IQ-501, the colour consistency was flawless. Every certificate looked sharp, clean, and 100% aligned—because excellence doesn’t tolerate second-rate.
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Specifications
Finished size:
A5: 210 x 148mm
Stock:
Knight Linen 350gsm
Colours:
Printed in CMYK on one side.
Finishing:
Foiled in gold/silver and trimmed to size.
Custom wedding panels: Printed with thought and care
At Colourcraft, we take pride in creating custom pieces that add a special touch to life’s most memorable moments. Matt and Ros approached us to produce a seating chart for their wedding, to help guests find their places and set the tone for the celebration.
We used our trusted Roland XR-640 printer to ensure a quality result. Known for its vibrant colour accuracy and durability, it deliverers a full-colour print that resists scratches, fading, and water—perfect for withstanding the hustle and bustle of a wedding day.
The design provided by Matt and Ros was printed on high-quality white gloss permanent vinyl, which we mounted onto a 3mm thick Paylite board. Then trimmed to A2 size (420 x 594mm).
During wedding season, we’re proud to produce seating charts and other wedding panels for couples across New Zealand nearly every week. Our attention to detail and dialled in process ensure that every piece reflects the quality and thought put into clients planning their wedding day..
Planning your big day? Let Colourcraft help with custom wedding panels designed to impress.
Specifications
Finished size:
A2 (420 x 594mm)
Stock:
Avery Dennison MPI 2904 vinyl and 3mm paylite
Colours:
Printed in CMYK
Finishing:
Mount vinyl to Paylite panel and trim to size.