Hi Tom,
I'm very interested in your current writing job. I live in Perth, WA and have visited Sydney several times. I have a few friends that could help me out with recommendations, along with my own, and several sources online. Being that you live there, I'm sure you would have a few valuable tips and trendy new places you would like to include.
With regards to the design, I am happy to sort something out. I have (although it basic in the scheme of things) graphic design skills and would easily be able to whip something up for you. Even if you send through some images of what sort of style you were thinking, I'm sure we could work something out.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Thank you,
Casey