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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 »

Queensland has most Leading Appliance members, Perth the biggest market

There are 63 launch members of the new Leading Appliances group, representing all six states and the Northern Territory. Queensland, with 23 members, is the most prominent region, while there is only a solitary member in Sydney.

Wed 03/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Retravision Northern's negotiation failure with insurers fast-tracked demise

The failures of Retravision Northern and Western to negotiate a slow transition from central accounting to direct accounting hastened the demise of individual members, internal company documents show.

Fri 15/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Bi-Rite Stores reopen after flooding, Harvey Norman Gympie closed

Elton Cummings has a saying: "if a frog pees in Lismore there's a good chance it will flood". Despite his sense of humour, the Bi-Rite Electrical member admits recent flooding is costing his business time and money.

Wed 27/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Bi-Rite offering Retravision stores central accounting

Privately-owned Brisbane-based electrical retailer and Narta member, Bi-Rite Electrical, is continuing to offer Retravision stores central accounting after recently growing to 102 stores nationally.

Tue 20/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Retravision CEO tells retailers: "We want an orderly transition"

Retravision CEO Paul Holt says he is seeking an "orderly transition" for the 180 stores to new buying groups following the decision to wind down the existing business and transfer the brand to Narta by April 2013.

Tue 13/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Retravision stores to be offered multiple Narta member companies

The executive chairman of Narta, Kay Spencer, has estimated that up to 70 Retravision stores could join the group across the Betta, Kambo's, Bi-Rite and Retravision brands.

Thu 08/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Winning Group purchases Retravision store, showroom conversion imminent

The Winning Group has today joined Harvey Norman, Bi-Rite Electrical and Betta Home Living as Retravision cherrypickers, purchasing the Ron Handley Retravision at Indooroopilly.

Tue 04/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

With both sadness and optimism, Cummings family leaves Retravision for Bi-Rite

One of the original Retravision families has made the tough decision to migrate over to Narta through the Bi-Rite group. We find out why they made the move and what the future holds.

Wed 29/08/2012 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 »

Retravision reveals Southern store destinations and new turnover estimate

Retravision Australia CEO Paul Holt has revealed how many stores went where after the Southern collapse. Furthermore, he has offered an approximation as to the strength of the new national buying organisation.

Fri 03/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

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The history and future of portioned coffee: Q&A with Lavazza

Lavazza may be new to portioned coffee in Australia, but the brand has been in the capsule coffee game for almost 25 years. Current.com.au spoke to Mr Giuseppe Lavazza himself to find out where this booming category is headed.

Mon 20/05/2013 03:10:20 / Read More »

QualiFi to merge with Audio Products Group, creating AV brand powerhouse

Leading premium audio and hi-fi distributors Audio Product Group (APG) and QualiFi are to merge, effective 1 July 2013, with QualiFi taking the lead in the new entity.

Mon 20/05/2013 03:14:41 / Read More »

Miele co-owner talks about latest range coming at IFA 2013

Dr Reinhard Zinkann provides a preview of what the retailers and consumers can expect from Miele at the 2013 IFA exhibition and conference, to be held in Berlin in early September.

Mon 20/05/2013 02:35:27 / 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 »

Optus launches "a new flavour" of 4G in Canberra

Optus has announced plans to expand its 4G network in Australia, with the telco rolling out a new form of 4G technology for the nation's capital, as well as new products that will work across multiple 4G networks.

Mon 20/05/2013 12:40:46 / Read More »

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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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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The history and future of portioned coffee: Q&A with Lavazza

Lavazza may be new to portioned coffee in Australia, but the brand has been in the capsule coffee game for almost 25 years. Current.com.au spoke to Mr Giuseppe Lavazza himself to find out where this booming category is headed.

Mon 20/05/2013 03:10:20 / 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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Miele co-owner talks about latest range coming at IFA 2013

Dr Reinhard Zinkann provides a preview of what the retailers and consumers can expect from Miele at the 2013 IFA exhibition and conference, to be held in Berlin in early September.

Mon 20/05/2013 02:35:27 / Read More »

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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 »

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 »