Betta announces Retailer of the Year and new focus on housewares
Betta Home Living has used its annual conference in Hong Kong to award Thomo's Betta North Rockhampton as Betta Retailer of the Year, as well as announcing a new marketing strategy that will focus on its housewares and furniture offering.
Wed 24/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »ACCC denies Narta the right to fix Beko advertising prices
A proposal by Narta to fix advertising prices of Beko appliances has been quashed by the ACCC as it would present "a significant public detriment". Narta had wanted to set minimum pricing on Beko products for its members.
Thu 11/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Retailer top picks: The small appliance winners for Mother's Day
As retailers prepare for Mother's Day and suppliers begin their big marketing push, one regional retailer has shared her inside knowledge on trends in the small appliances category and her predictions for the big winners this Mother's Day.
Thu 04/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Rebranding "well underway" across Betta's store network
As well as integrating stores from Retravision Southern into the Betta Stores Retail group in recent months, the CEO of BSR says the company is being kept busy with its rebranding project, which has been rolled out across one third of stores.
Tue 07/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »'Let's get behind the new Retravision Australia' says Sydney store owner
One of the last remaining Sydney Retravision stores has confirmed it has joined Retravision Australia - and the owner has issued a call for more members to join and support the new group based in Perth.
Fri 03/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Lombard signs on with IKEA as it looks to break HSBC & GE stranglehold
Lombard Finance, which has for several years been looking to break HSBC and GE's duopoly in the electrical retail credit industry, has been appointed the interest-free credit provider for IKEA Australia.
Tue 05/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »'Half of Retravision has approached us' - Betta CEO
The CEO of Betta Stores Retail has spoken exclusively to Current.com.au about the demise of Retravision, saying that Betta has been contacted by numerous proprietors looking to defect from Retravision and join the BSR group.
Tue 29/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »The silent departed: Retravision loses 18 stores in less than 6 months
Following an investigation into Retravision's Australia-wide store network, Current.com.au can reveal that the embattled retailer has seen 10 stores close down and 8 stores defect to other buying groups in less than 6 months.
Tue 29/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta parent company BSR group appoints new director
BSR Australia Limited - the parent company of Betta, Betta Home Living and Chandlers - has announced the appointment of Budget Rent a Car founder, Bob Ansett, as a director of the company board.
Mon 21/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »For a few dollars more, you can get less than you paid for at GAME
Now that GAME vouchers are worth 25% of the value they held before the retailer went into administration, the shine has worn off the store's trade-in deals. One customer will be particularly upset about GAME's latest console sale...
Wed 16/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Retravision should learn from Betta's mistakes, claims ex-member
Following news that Retravision WA will bring one of its independently-run stores under company ownership in May, one former member of Betta Stores Limited has warned Retravision to learn from the mistakes of the past.
Thu 12/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta puts on a new face(book page)
Following the launch of an e-commerce site last June, Betta Electrical has now truly entered the digital age with the arrival of a new Facebook page.
Tue 10/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Retravision QLD members leave for Betta pastures, online growth ahead
Several former Retravision Queensland members left that buying shortly before the unification announcement to join Betta Electrical. This is one of several revelations in an exclusive interview with Appliance Retailer magazine.
Tue 10/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »CE Retailers use deals to lure online shoppers: so what's on offer?
Online shoppers are increasingly gravitating towards discounted deals, according to new research from technology analysts Telsyte. So just what are Australian appliance & CE retailers offering their loyal online followers?
Tue 06/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Franchise expo coming to Sydney this month
The 2012 Franchising & Business Opportunities Expos is being held in Sydney later this month. The expo gives individuals the opportunity to talk with both franchisors and franchisees about the benefits of this retail system.
Mon 05/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Mitsubishi Electric appoints new Queensland retail manager
Mitsubishi Electric Australia has announced the appointment of John Grundy as its new Queensland retail manager in the company's Living Environment Group.
Thu 16/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »News Wrap: BSR appoints Harveys buyer, Sherbourn distribution, Tamron comp
The BSR Group has a new whitegoods and cooking buyers, Advance Audio Australia has picked up the Sherbourn distribution and Tamron's big consumer promotions is picking up speed.
Mon 09/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Overseas Samsung and LG websites exploring new online sales strategy
Samsung and LG are both using their American websites to direct browsers to online stores selling their products. This idea presents an interesting case study in how to transition browsers to sales without selling directly.
Mon 21/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »90 years later, Whitfords is expanding and going online
The Whitfords store in Sydney has been in the family for almost a century. Next month, a new showroom will be opened and the retailer will commence online trading.
Mon 21/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »A day in the bizarre life of Betta Electrical
Ever wanted to know what goes on in the mysterious world of "Bettaville"? Take a look at this intriguing, at times bizarre, video played at the opening of the 2011 Betta Electrical Conference in Istanbul, Turkey.
Thu 10/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »2nds World launches new online sister company: Savvy Appliances
Factory seconds retailer 2nds World has started a new online store, called Savvy Appliances. In a departure from the "Tiny ding, huge savings" theme of its bricks and mortar stores, Savvy Appliances promotes itself as retailer of first run products.
Thu 10/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Nilfisk on TV promoting Bravo vacuums and retailers partners
Nilfisk has launched a TVC campaign for its new Bravo range of vacuum cleaners. Plus, Nilfisk has moved to new premises.
Fri 14/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta Electrical to strengthen online sales offering
After clocking up 50 years in the business this year, Betta Electrical will continue to strengthen its "branding and marketing" as well as using online sales to increase its customer base.
Tue 09/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »50th birthday treat - Cairns woman wins $10,000 from Betta Electrical
One lucky Cairns woman has picked up $10,000 in prize money, thanks to a competition run by Betta Electrical to celebrate its 50th birthday this year.
Thu 28/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta launches online selling with curious delivery process
BSR Group has today launched Betta Electrical's online store, with the group running a potentially $1 million competition to promote the new site. The overall model is similar to The Good Guys, though the delivery option is unique.
Mon 06/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta Electrical new online platform will support retailers: BSR
The new e-commerce and online strategy for the Betta Electrical group to be rolled out later in the year will focus on maximising the local community support role that its retailers already fulfil, according to BSR.
Thu 07/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Sunbeam's $60,000 prize pool promotion
Sunbeam is making it hard to keep up with the Jones' of promotions with its new $10,000 Super Shopping Spree offer in association with Dupont.
Tue 11/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Imation restructures distribution: Ingram out, Avico in
Based on a mutual agreement, Ingram Micro will stop distributing Imation products to consumer channels by the end of this week.
Tue 14/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »The Good Guys online a clear winner in exclusive poll
Its new Clicks and Mortar online sales proposition might be a little confusing for some, but The Good Guys website has been voted the best online experience amongst the traditional retailers. Find out how Harveys, JB and Retra fared.
Wed 08/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta get your Chinese visa: it's conference time
Betta Electrical retailers are currently preparing for their annual conference, with the BSR Group heading to Shanghai next week to talk about its plans for the future.
Mon 12/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta group posts increased profit result
Betta Electrical's parent company, the BSR Group, has today announced a full year net profit of almost $400,000, up 7 per cent from its profit from the previous year.
Wed 07/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »BSR prepares for Shanghai conference
BSR Group has confirmed over 260 delegates will attend this year's national conference from 26 to 30 July in Shanghai, the largest attendance in the group's history.
Wed 16/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Salton recalls stick mixer after broken blade fears
Salton Australia has this week announced a voluntary recall of a hand held mixer sold at The Good Guys, Harvey Norman, Retravision, Betta Electrical and other retailers.
Thu 08/04/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta happy with Christmas performance, confident about New Year
Both the Betta Electrical and Chandlers stores experienced a successful Christmas period and are ready for a busy 2010. The only downside was the lack of extra funds through another stimulus package.
Wed 06/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Betta reports strong small appliance sales
Betta Electrical has reported that sales of small appliances and novelty gifts over the Christmas period has exceeded expectations with items such as toasters, grills and kettles proving the most popular.
Wed 16/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Parramatta is now a Betta city
Australia's first city is set to get its first Betta Electrical store. The new franchisee is aware of difficult economic climate, but is confident the BSR Group is competitive enough to make the new store a success.
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