Australian International Design Awards open for entries, Sydney event confirmed
Entries are now open for the 2012 Australian International Design Awards. The appliance and electronics industries have a strong association with these awards, consistently dominating the nominations and wins.
Wed 08/02/2012 11:50:54 / Read More »Harvey Norman taking baby steps in PhotoCentre competition
Harvey Norman is ramping up its PhotoCentre business with a competition to find Australia's best baby or toddler moment. This promotion has one of the most amusing terms and conditions notes going around.
Wed 08/02/2012 11:15:07 / Read More »IPTV on the rise as consumers favour broadband over subscription TV
A new study shows 10% of Australian subscription TV services are delivered via IPTV, as opposed to services such as Foxtel. This figure is expected to rise to 1 in 3 by 2015 as consumers discover the power of fast broadband.
Wed 08/02/2012 10:36:35 / Read More »Criterion Group continuing to trade as receivers named
The receivers of the Criterion Group have been finalised, with KordaMentha overseeing the process. In a statement to interested parties, a Criterion Group spokesperson said the company is continuing to trade during this period.
Wed 08/02/2012 10:17:07 / Read More »I believe in...Samsung advertisements that keep it simple
Samsung's latest Galaxy Note ad is an exercise in excess, but what else would you expect for a prime-time commercial airing during America's Super Bowl?
Wed 08/02/2012 10:03:19 / Read More »From music pirate to Rdio star, with Telcos, Twitter and Target in between
After working at Kazaa, Skype, ICQ and AOL, online product maestro Carter Adamson is now the COO of music streamers Rdio. In a broad interview, he discussed music piracy, partnering with telcos, his local rivals and a retail strategy.
Tue 07/02/2012 02:57:55 / Read More »
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- 07/02 11:35 Samsung appoints new corporate marketing director
- 07/02 10:36 Masters, Big W & Dick Smith take on Costco in Canberra's Majura Park
- 06/02 12:37 Sony Australia GM of sales to depart after 26 years of service
- 06/02 12:23 Everything's coming up Sunbeam: FoodSaver, Emjoi & new appointment
- 06/02 11:57 Console tug-of-war as PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 both claim market leadership
- 06/02 11:25 While the Japanese brands stumble, TCL breaks profit records
- 06/02 11:21 Target & Kmart to suffer as consumers opt for specialty stores over discounts
Panasonic revives Viera plasma TV range, resurrects MySpace
Panasonic has announced a boost to its range of Viera plasma televisions at CES today, as well as a new "MySpace TV" service that will bring the social network's music library to internet-enabled flat panels.
Tue 10/01/2012 11:57:46 / Read More »COOKING APPLIANCES NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES
Bosch brings two more FlexInduction cooktops to market
Bosch has announced the launch of two additions to its zoneless induction cooktop range - the 60cm and 80cm FlexInduction cooktops - not to be confused with the Neff induction cooktop of the same name.
Mon 23/01/2012 12:45:50 / Read More »PERSONAL CARE NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES
Remington releases Keratin Therapy range to protect and style
Just in time for Mother's Day, Remington has added 3 new products to its personal care range, with unique features targeted at style-conscious women.
Mon 30/01/2012 11:21:14 / Read More »SMALL APPLIANCES NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES
Everything's coming up Sunbeam: FoodSaver, Emjoi & new appointment
Sunbeam's FoodSaver has been awarded best Small Appliance Product of the Year, its Emjoi sub-brand has topped the epilation category, and the company has a new addition to its personal care team.
Mon 06/02/2012 12:23:48 / Read More »SEASONAL PRODUCTS NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES
Hot new looks will bring innovation to heating category in 2012
While all the old favourites will still be on show, retail floors are set to be filled with plenty of exciting new heating appliances to keep homes warm (and stylish) this winter.
Wed 01/02/2012 01:47:04 / Read More »WHITEGOODS NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES
Australian International Design Awards open for entries, Sydney event confirmed
Entries are now open for the 2012 Australian International Design Awards. The appliance and electronics industries have a strong association with these awards, consistently dominating the nominations and wins.
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Poll What is your prediction for the Grey Market in 2012? It's just a fad and will die out It will bubble away under the surface It's here to stay but not a big force More retailers will start grey importing All retailers will become grey importers RETAIL NEWS ACCC consumer rights campaign comes with a warning for retailersThe Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has launched a media campaign designed to remind consumers of their rights when purchasing goods. The ACCC also warned that the laws have implications for retailers too. Tue 07/02/2012 12:35:19 / Read More »Masters, Big W & Dick Smith take on Costco in Canberra's Majura ParkCostco is set to go up against new large-format Masters, Big W and Dick Smith stores over the coming months, as Woolworths expands its presence in Canberra's Majura Park retail precinct. Current takes a look at the new contenders. Tue 07/02/2012 10:36:45 / Read More »Target & Kmart to suffer as consumers opt for specialty stores over discountsLarge mall-based retail chains such as Target and Kmart may face a difficult future as more consumers turn towards dedicated specialty stores for their shopping, according to a new report from Macquarie Equities Research. Mon 06/02/2012 11:21:57 / Read More »Bricks and mortar retailers innovating with online video customer serviceOne of the biggest hurdles retailers need to overcome when designing an online portal for their bricks and mortar stores is maintaining the same level of customer service on a website as they do in a store. Two companies are doing this well. Fri 03/02/2012 01:33:16 / Read More » |