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Partners in Product Stewardship: list of co-regulator agreements

Who signed on with who in Australia's National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme? Current.com.au has the full list with all the big names in the industry.

Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

The Department must act to fix TV & PC Recycling Scheme deficiencies

With the Federal Government's National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme facing teething problems since it launched last July, there is plenty that can be done to iron out the issues and ensure its success into the future.

Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Expensive and underperforming: Teething problems hamper TV & PC Recycling Scheme

The National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme has been running for under a year, but in that time there have been accusations of missed quotas, expensive pricing and logistical failings. This special feature looks at the real story.

Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

E-Cycle Solutions gains computer recycling approval, fierce competition expected

E-Cycle Solutions has been granted co-regulatory approval to recycle computer products, in addition to TVs, under the federally mandated Television and Computer Recycling Scheme.

Mon 25/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

E-cycling must be whole-of-life with more retailer and consumer involvement

Australia has made great in-roads in e-waste recycling, but we still have a long way to go. According to Sharp, it is up to "manufacturers and retailers alike" to promote the benefits of end-of-life recycling.

Thu 01/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Apple joins ANZRP for Mac, iPad and accessories recycling

Apple Australia has aligned with the Australia and New Zealand Recycling Plarform for computer hardware and peripherals recycling. This is a compulsory program to reduce the amount of hardware ending up in landfill.

Fri 12/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

DHL launches e-cycling website, plus updated scorecard

As part of its commitment to TV and PC recycling in Australia, DHL has announced the launch of a new online portal to give consumers and small businesses information about e-cycling.

Thu 11/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

First TechCollect TV and PC recycling centres open for collection

Consumers and small businesses looking to rid themselves of end-of-life televisions and computers can now drop off their obsolete products at TechCollect centres in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia.

Mon 17/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Quiet achiever E-Cycle confirms seven clients and tonnes of recycling

E-Cycle Solutions, the approved TV recycling arm of QLS Logistics, has been the quiet achiever under the new National TV and PC Hardware Recycling Scheme, picking up seven contracts from TV suppliers.

Tue 21/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

JB Hi-Fi brand Soniq signs on with DHL, plus updated scorecard

Soniq, the brand best known as the JB Hi-Fi 'house brand', has aligned with DHL Supply Chain for recycling to fulfil its obligations as part of the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme.

Fri 27/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

TEAC joins the big guns at DHL for recycling, plus updated scorecard

TEAC has joined Sony, Samsung and LG in appointing DHL Supply Chain as its recycling partner under the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme.

Tue 17/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Samsung signs on with DHL for recycling, plus updated scorecard

DHL has signed up its second manufacturing partner, Samsung Electronics Australia, for recycling services under the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme. Samsung joins Sony Australia in the DHL recycling stable.

Tue 26/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Brother joins ANZRP for recycling, plus updated scorecard

Brother International, marketers of IT peripherals for the SOHO market, has joined the ANZRP, fulfilling its obligation to align with a program to commence computer hardware collection and recycling.

Fri 15/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Historic day for TV industry as first recycling station opens

Today marks an historic moment in the 56-year history of television in Australia, with the first recycling station now accepting end-of-life TVs, as well as PC hardware and peripherals.

Tue 15/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

ANZRP signs Dell, Pioneer, NEC, Uniden and Epson amongst 16 new partners

The Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform (ANZRP) this afternoon announced the signing of 16 new members to its organisation. We have the full list and an updated scorecard of recycling appointments.

Tue 01/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

DHL to start TV and PC recycling in Canberra from 15 May 2012

DHL Supply Chain Australia is the first of the three approved E-Waste recyclers to announce a start-date and location for the collection of obsolete TVs and PC hardware, with Canberra the first Australian city to be serviced.

Mon 30/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Toshiba joins recycling revolution, partners with ANZRP

Toshiba Australia is the latest company to affirm its commitment to the environment, signing up with the Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform for the collection and disposal of e-waste.

Thu 26/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Panasonic's recycling credentials will be invaluable to ANZRP: Part 1

Following news that Panasonic Australia MD Steve Rust has been appointed to the board of the Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform, Current presents a special feature on Pana's history and its environmental credentials.

Tue 17/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Panasonic joins ANZRP industry recycling program for TVs, MD joins board

Panasonic Australia has today officially announced that it has joined the Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform (ANZRP) to fulfil its TV recycling obligations as laid out in the Product Stewardship Act 2011.

Wed 11/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

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A Paragon of point of sale: Samsung's "huge investment" in retail

Samsung has big plans for retail this year, with a new point of sale concept rolling out into stores across Australia. Current sat down with Samsung's VP of consumer electronics to find out why the brand is investing so heavily in the last three feet.

Fri 24/05/2013 03:32:31 / Read More »

Tell us about your upcoming event!

After two years of embarrassing inactivity, we're starting to take our Events page seriously. Get in touch if you are organising or attending an event, conference or trade show of relevance to the industry.

Fri 24/05/2013 02:16:13 / Read More »

Pour some sugar in me: Drinking coffee the glam rock way

After nights spent slashing through mad guitar solos and defenestrating TVs in Las Vegas, every true rock star needs a pick me up in the morning. And UnderCurrent has just the thing to do the trick...

Fri 24/05/2013 11:02:01 / Read More »

A taste of Modena in Sydney: First look at the new Glem Gas showroom

Glem Gas has opened a sleek new showroom in Sydney, with plenty of space to showcase the 2013 Glem and Emilia appliance ranges, as well as a dedicated demonstration kitchen for getting hands on with the Italian products.

Fri 24/05/2013 10:26:07 / Read More »

The most out-there, unusual and eye-catching coffee machines at MICE

There's no better place to observe some unusual appliance designs that at a trade show. Here are our picks for the most eye-catching coffee machines from the Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE).

Fri 24/05/2013 09:58:12 / Read More »

Breville unveils world first Oracle manual automatic coffee machine

A machine that combines the customisable functionality of a solo traditional with the simplicity of an automatic: that was the goal of Breville's design team several years ago, and today it has been achieved with the unveiling of the Oracle.

Thu 23/05/2013 12:20:06 / 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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A taste of Modena in Sydney: First look at the new Glem Gas showroom

Glem Gas has opened a sleek new showroom in Sydney, with plenty of space to showcase the 2013 Glem and Emilia appliance ranges, as well as a dedicated demonstration kitchen for getting hands on with the Italian products.

Fri 24/05/2013 10:26:07 / 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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Pour some sugar in me: Drinking coffee the glam rock way

After nights spent slashing through mad guitar solos and defenestrating TVs in Las Vegas, every true rock star needs a pick me up in the morning. And UnderCurrent has just the thing to do the trick...

Fri 24/05/2013 11:02:01 / Read More »

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Sunbeam turning beds into the Bahamas in radio spot

Sunbeam is electrifying the airwaves this week to promote its Sleep Perfect heated blanket range, buying media across the leading FM channels in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide.

Tue 21/05/2013 09:37:29 / Read More »

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Top 10 Best Appliance Brands in Australia

Across the appliance spectrum, a number of brands stand out as having higher recognition, a better reputation, a greater share of voice and all the other abstractions that conflate to become brand equity. What brand will be #1?

Wed 22/05/2013 03:48:15 / Read More »

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What is the best appliance brand in Australia?

ASKO

Breville

De'Longhi/Kenwood/Braun

Dyson

Electrolux

Fisher & Paykel

Fujitsu General

Miele

Nespresso

Smeg

Other


RETAIL NEWS

Myer's gastropodous growth continues, omnichannel still a focus

Department store Myer, a bedrock for the small appliance categories, has achieved its fourth straight quarter of comparable sales growth, registering a 0.4 per cent uptick for the third quarter of FY2013.

Wed 22/05/2013 11:53:34 / Read More »

Furniture the standout as Radio Rentals reports strong results

Thorn Group Limited, parent company of Radio Rentals, today announced its full year results, with the group reporting an 8 per cent increase in revenues, and healthy growth thanks to the furniture category and new Apple products.

Tue 21/05/2013 10:13:56 / Read More »

Harvey Norman to sell Lismore property, but building plans are 'halted'

Harvey Norman is selling its Lismore shopfront in a bid to find larger premises, but despite the retailer's strengths in property, Gerry Harvey said the company won't build a new store as its retail division has "come to a halt".

Mon 20/05/2013 01:22:39 / 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 »