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Harvey Norman GM's tip for Christmas retail: "Get the basics right"

The general manager of Harvey Norman has given a timely reminder to retailers on what they should focus on in the week before Christmas, saying retail staff "perform better when it's flat out".

Mon 17/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Harvey Norman begins Microsoft Surface pre-sales with high hopes

Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi have begun pre-orders of the Microsoft Surface. While the GM of Harveys was disappointed by Microsoft's early attempts to sell direct, he is glad retailers and consumers can now get their hands on the device.

Fri 14/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Tablets, TVs and tunes: Harvey Norman GM tips Christmas favourites

The GM of Harvey Norman has made his predictions for the best selling consumer electronics of the Christmas period, saying tablets are "going gangbusters". There are also some big categories that he expects to perform.

Thu 13/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Harvey Norman restructures to stay in touch with "emerging trends"

Harvey Norman will abandon its current Electrical and Computer divisions in favour of new divisions for Technology & Entertainment and Home Appliances, according to an email to franchisees sent by CEO Katie Page.

Tue 13/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Harvey Norman goes digital with new Fujifilm in-store signage

Harvey Norman is set to shake up its in-store aesthetic with the addition of new digital signage. The video-screen signs can be used to combine images, video, audio, text and RSS feeds into a signal active display.

Fri 09/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

CES predictions: The hottest products to hit retail stores in 2012

Following on from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this month, one industry heavyweight predicts the biggest products for 2012 - with plenty for retailers to look forward to.

Mon 23/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

"Bigger issues at play" in DSLR direct importing: Harvey Norman

While Harvey Norman has launched a website for direct import console game sales, the head of the company's computers division said he was 'not convinced' that direct importing cameras was a wise move.

Wed 18/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Harvey Norman defends direct imports: 'consumers are demanding it'

Despite a history of rallying against online retailers, Harvey Norman launched its own direct import online store last year. The retailer has now come out to defend the move, saying it was a case of "if you can't beat them, join them".

Tue 17/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Best price or lame duck? Harvey Norman defends competitive pricing

While Harvey Norman's Best Price Guarantee doesn't take into consideration grey imports and products from online stores, the company has insisted that the prices it offers are 'the best it can possibly do in the market'.

Wed 30/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

'No trade off for franchisees': Harvey Norman talks up online venture

Harvey Norman has gone online - but what exactly does it mean for the company's franchisees and everyday punters? Current spoke to the head of Harvey Norman's Computers' Division to find out.

Tue 29/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

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Breville Sous Vide Supreme maximises cooking 'doneness', now with free grill

The machine uses a gentle cooking method where up to six pouches of vacuum sealed meats, seafood, vegetables or fruit can be placed into a water bath at a controlled temperature to provide proper 'doneness'.

Thu 20/06/2013 02:35:37 / Read More »

Hands on with the Sous Vide Supreme: Image Gallery

With the launch of the Sous Vide Supreme, Breville has brought professional-level cooking equipment to regular consumers. But how does it work and how hard is it? Current went hands on (with the help of a celebrity chef) to find out...

Thu 20/06/2013 02:20:17 / Read More »

High profile Geelong ex-Retravision closes after almost 80 years

Former Retravision Southern chairman Trevor Elsworthy has closed his Geelong electrical retailer after almost 80 years of trading. At its height, Elsworthy's was one of the biggest Retravision stores in the Southern group.

Thu 20/06/2013 01:47:07 / Read More »

Microsoft starts caring about Xbox One game sharing

Microsoft has made made a swift about-face on its "platform policies" covering how users share and sell Xbox One games and how they use the console, after being 'challenged' by the gaming community.

Thu 20/06/2013 09:17:10 / Read More »

The best benchtop cooking appliances for winter

With more Australians staying indoors over winter and trying their hands at home-cooked meals, benchtop cooking appliances make for a popular purchase in the cooler months. Here's our wrap of the latest and greatest...

Wed 19/06/2013 03:20:57 / Read More »

Smeg celebrates with E&S Trading, praises Winning Appliances

Smeg and Melbourne retailer E&S Trading dressed up in Mafioso gear and uncorked the champagne this week to celebrate a successful 12 months of trading. Meanwhile, Smeg is very impressed with its positioning at Winnings...

Wed 19/06/2013 03:35:23 / Read More »
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Recycling Success: DHL hits its TV and PC recycling target

DHL Supply Chain, one of the co-regulators charged with facilitating the recycling of TVs and computers, has today announced that it will meet its 2012-13 target of 18,500 tonnes of e-waste.

Wed 19/06/2013 02:47:51 / Read More »

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Smeg celebrates with E&S Trading, praises Winning Appliances

Smeg and Melbourne retailer E&S Trading dressed up in Mafioso gear and uncorked the champagne this week to celebrate a successful 12 months of trading. Meanwhile, Smeg is very impressed with its positioning at Winnings...

Wed 19/06/2013 03:35:23 / 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 Sous Vide Supreme maximises cooking 'doneness', now with free grill

The machine uses a gentle cooking method where up to six pouches of vacuum sealed meats, seafood, vegetables or fruit can be placed into a water bath at a controlled temperature to provide proper 'doneness'.

Thu 20/06/2013 02:35:37 / Read More »

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Warmer weather a warning for retailers as seasonal slows

The Bureau of Meteorology says we can expect warmer than average days over Australia's north, south and west coasts this winter. While that's not great for seasonal appliance sales, one retailer says there are other factors at play.

Wed 12/06/2013 01:17:11 / Read More »

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The Great Debate: Front Loaders vs Top Loaders

One of the major questions that retailers are asked when a customer comes into the whitegoods department looking for a washing machine is, Front Loader or Top Loader? We ask two industry experts for their thoughts...

Thu 06/06/2013 12:57:15 / Read More »

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High profile Geelong ex-Retravision closes after almost 80 years

Former Retravision Southern chairman Trevor Elsworthy has closed his Geelong electrical retailer after almost 80 years of trading. At its height, Elsworthy's was one of the biggest Retravision stores in the Southern group.

Thu 20/06/2013 01:47:07 / Read More »

Target changing slogan to emphasise cheap pricing

Mass merchant retailer Target has lodged a trademark application indicating a change of slogan to a stylised "get more. pay less". This news was first discovered by the excellent blog TMWatch.

Wed 19/06/2013 02:14:04 / Read More »

Cream of appliance industry gathers for a winning time at Winning Appliances

Winning Appliances officially opened its flagship showroom in Redfern, Sydney last week. Current.com.au was there to capture all of the action as the who's who of the Australian appliance industry gathered to celebrate.

Thu 01/01/1970 10:00:00 / Read More »

Winning Appliances embraces a new era of retail after exceptional year

Winning Group CEO John Winning has used the launch of his new appliance showroom to send a message to his competitors: we are entering a phase of "new retail" that is not based on either online or offline retailing.

Fri 14/06/2013 12:01:57 / Read More »