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Retailers warned to keep surcharges down under new credit card reforms

Retailers across the country are being reminded to monitor surcharges on card transactions in their stores, with new rules coming into place today controlling the amount retailers can charge for credit and debit card transactions.

Mon 18/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

American Express caught out Astroturfing in war with Visa

The war of words between credit card providers Visa and American Express took a deceitful turn today, with American Express employees posing as merchants to criticise Visa's campaign.

Thu 12/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

EFTPOS chimes in on Visa's battle with American Express

The developing feud between Visa and American Express over which credit cards retailers should accept and preference has taken a twist, with EFTPOS today sharing its thoughts with Current.com.au.

Wed 11/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

American Express hits back at Visa with detailed response to attack

Following Visa's extraordinary attack on American Express business practices, the American credit card provider has provided Current.com.au with a detailed response, which explains why retailers should continue to accept Amex cards.

Wed 11/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Visa launches extraordinary campaign to kick American Express out of retail

Retailers in the appliance and consumer electronics industries should stop accepting American Express and Diners Club credit cards and focus only on Visa and Mastercard, according to Visa Australia country manager Vipin Kalra.

Tue 10/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

David Jones looks to lure spending with Frequent Flyer rewards

David Jones has announced a new initiative to improve its financial services division, partnering with Qantas to bring Frequent Flyer rewards to its American Express card and Storecard programs.

Wed 27/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Major restructure at David Jones as new sales and marketing team installed

David Jones CEO Paul Zahra has today announced a restructure of the company's head office, with a large number of ins and outs at the publicly listed department store.

Wed 09/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

News Wrap: Netgear's range extender, iiNet's milestone, rugby league exposure

Extend your home network with Netgear, iiNet hits up Gosford for a milestone announcement, overcome anxiety by getting a new credit card (?) and several brands benefiting from rugby league signage deals.

Thu 16/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Strong sales of gift cards expected this Christmas

According to the recent American Express Annual Christmas Survey, the most popular present this year may be the practical gift card. This poses a challenge for retailers, to see who will be able to drive the most consumers to their store.

Thu 19/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

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Inside the HIA Sydney Home Show: Image Gallery

While the builders and specifiers were out in force at the HIA Sydney Home Show today, there were also plenty of appliance brands showing off their wares.

Fri 17/05/2013 01:07:32 / Read More »

HIA Home Show gets a taste of Switzerland with V-Zug

After a run in Melbourne in April, the HIA Home Show has arrived in Sydney with builders, designers, specifiers and consumers turning out in force today for the second day of the exhibition.

Fri 17/05/2013 12:53:25 / Read More »

Waitrose moves a step closer to Australian launch, John Lewis to follow?

Leading British supermarket chain Waitrose is making tentative plans to enter the Australian market, at least in some capacity, prompting speculation that department store John Lewis could be following.

Fri 17/05/2013 10:11:55 / Read More »

ASKO drops whitegoods prices for May Sale

Swedish major appliance brand ASKO is bringing back its May Sale in 2013 offering discounts of between $100 and $200 on its range of dishwashers, washing machines and dryers.

Fri 17/05/2013 09:55:31 / Read More »

Retailers encouraged to learn more about changes to workplace relations

The Australian Retailers Association is holding Employment Relations Briefings in Sydney and Melbourne next week to educate retailers and staff on changes in the workplace relations field.

Thu 16/05/2013 02:25:47 / Read More »

Samsung NX300 camera puts Usain in the campaign

Samsung has recruited Usain Bolt to promote its new NX300 interchangeable lens camera, with the World's Fastest Man set to appear in retail stores across the country in a dynamic marketing campaign.

Thu 16/05/2013 11:11:00 / Read More »
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Launch of LG Ultra HD and Curved OLED proves brand is 'category captain'

LG Electronics today unveiled its 2013 range of television products, including a Curved OLED TV, new Ultra HD models in smaller sizes at more affordable price points, and new LED LCD and plasma TVs.

Wed 01/05/2013 04:55:02 / Read More »

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Inside the HIA Sydney Home Show: Image Gallery

While the builders and specifiers were out in force at the HIA Sydney Home Show today, there were also plenty of appliance brands showing off their wares.

Fri 17/05/2013 01:07:32 / Read More »

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The best Mother's Day Personal Care gift ideas

Mother's Day presents a great opportunity to ramp up sales in the personal care category while also making sure there are plenty of satisfied gift recipients come 12 May 2013. Here are six of the best new personal care appliances.

Tue 30/04/2013 10:49:26 / Read More »

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Breville unveils 'Sage by Heston Blumenthal' brand for the Brits

The Breville Group has today revealed its new United Kingdom brand name will be 'Sage by Heston Blumenthal'. Sixteen small appliances from Breville's range will be released on 21 May 2013 through of variety of retailers.

Mon 13/05/2013 01:30:32 / Read More »

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Weathering winter sales: Sunbeam talks seasonal appliances

With the start of winter just over two weeks away, retailers are starting to think about heating. Although seasonal can be a difficult category to sell, Sunbeam says there are ways to boost sales, no matter what the weather is doing.

Tue 14/05/2013 02:41:28 / Read More »

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ASKO drops whitegoods prices for May Sale

Swedish major appliance brand ASKO is bringing back its May Sale in 2013 offering discounts of between $100 and $200 on its range of dishwashers, washing machines and dryers.

Fri 17/05/2013 09:55:31 / Read More »

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Waitrose moves a step closer to Australian launch, John Lewis to follow?

Leading British supermarket chain Waitrose is making tentative plans to enter the Australian market, at least in some capacity, prompting speculation that department store John Lewis could be following.

Fri 17/05/2013 10:11:55 / Read More »

Retailers encouraged to learn more about changes to workplace relations

The Australian Retailers Association is holding Employment Relations Briefings in Sydney and Melbourne next week to educate retailers and staff on changes in the workplace relations field.

Thu 16/05/2013 02:25:47 / Read More »

Panasonic reaching out to sales staff on national roadshow

The sales and marketing teams at Panasonic is currently pounding the pavement around Australia as it embarks on a full service retail roadshow.

Thu 16/05/2013 09:32:29 / Read More »

Canon claims no-one sells cameras like traditional retailers

The next stage of Canon's 'No One Sees It Like You' marketing campaign is a promotion to encourage consumers to only purchase their DSLRs, compact system cameras and point-and-shoots from authorise resellers.

Wed 15/05/2013 04:53:55 / Read More »