Blanco's community spirit shines at Mother's Day Classic
Blanco staff at Shriro Australia did their bit for the community last weekend, supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation by participating in the Mother's Day Classic fun run.
Tue 14/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Ilve distributor Eurolinx set to relaunch De Dietrich cooking brand "this year"
After De Dietrich was shelved in Australia by former distributor Shriro Australia, Eurolinx - the Australian and New Zealand distributor of Ilve Appliances - has confirmed it will be bringing De Dietrich back to Australia "later this year".
Mon 18/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco brand and sales managers depart Shriro
Two members of the Blanco team Shriro Australia inherited from Hagemeyer Brands Australia have departed the organisation.
Tue 20/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Shriro opens showroom with jumping castles, opera and a touch of Brazil
Shriro Australia opened its new showroom for Omega, Blanco and Everdure in Sydney overnight, with a jumping castle for the kids, barely-there Brazilian dancing for the adults and plenty of talk about growth.
Fri 16/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Shriro exits De Dietrich brand, clears stock at unbelievable prices
Shriro Australia has confirmed it has stopped distributing the premium French major appliance brand De Dietrich and is running out its remaining stock via a Grays Online sale at drastically reduced prices.
Tue 09/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »A virtual tour of MasterChef Live: Image Gallery
Gary and George, open your coffers - MasterChef Live kicks off today! In amongst the live demonstrations and classes were impressive displays from Sharp and Blanco, plus street art, food trucks...and military recruiters.
Fri 05/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Smeg issues rebuttal to Omega's launch claims
Smeg Australia managing director Andrew Cronin has issued a short statement in response to several claims made about the relationship between Smeg and Omega during the brands' time together at Hagemeyer.
Fri 08/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco offers customers a chance to rule Brittania
With the Olympics coming to London this year, Blanco is giving consumers the opportunity to win a trip for four to the big city, by purchasing any built-in oven, freestanding cooker, cooktop, dishwasher or rangehood.
Fri 16/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Shriro appoints new sales agent for Omega, Blanco & De Dietrich
Shriro Australia - owner of the Omega, Omega Altise, Blanco and De Dietrich brands - has announced the appointment of Prime Industries as the sales agent for its Home Appliances division, as well as a new showroom for the Canberra area.
Mon 27/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Smeg chooses chocolate, while Blanco gets kids into the kitchen
Italian appliance manufacturer Smeg has launched a new FAB fridge colour for chocoholics, while Blanco has joined the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program.
Fri 02/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Hagemeyer Appliances restructures into four new divisions
The new era of Hagemeyer Appliances as owned by Shriro is taking shape, with general manager Gavan McKenna today revealing that from 1 January 2012, the business will be restructured into four divisions, each with a new Divisional Manager.
Wed 16/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Shriro Australia restructures, JVC handover on track
In an internal announcement to staff yesterday, Shiro Australia said it had restructured its workforce, with redundancies from the company's appliance division, while the successful redeployment of 20 staff members was also revealed.
Tue 15/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco launches new microwaves for all families great and small
Blanco has today announced the launch of a new range of microwaves, with four different-sized models offering a range of features including convection cooking and grilling.
Wed 02/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco's brekkie for breast cancer; F&P's Good Food success
Blanco is joining up with Rhonda Burchmore and chef Tony Twitchett at Melbourne's Prahran markets to raise awareness for breast cancer. In other news, F&P's sponsorship of the Good Food & Wine Show has paid off.
Thu 29/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Aussie businesses know they need to embrace new tech, but many unwilling
Although 86 per cent of businesspeople agree that technological change is important, only 39 per cent of those same businesspeople embrace change. We look at how this mindset is playing out in the retail electronics industry.
Tue 20/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Facebook Blanco page ready for foodies and Twits
Blanco has taken up the social media baton so ably carried by Hagemeyer brand-mate JVC, launching new Facebook and Twitter streams.
Tue 06/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco Gas on Glass cooktops bring a "talking point" to kitchens
Blanco has launched a new range of cooktops designed to blend European design with ease of use, functionality and the benefits of gas cooking.
Tue 16/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco partners with Prahran Markets to cook up a Melbourne storm
European kitchen appliance brand Blanco announced yesterday that it will be partnering with Melbourne's Prahran Markets to create a branded demonstration kitchen in the venue.
Wed 22/06/2011 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 »News Wrap: Salmat hires, Garmin buys Navigon, Blanco sinks, FujiFilm winks
Catalogue pros Salmat has a new Digital CEO, Garmin has acquired Navigon, Blanco is talking up the kitchen sink and FujiFilm has some ripping new products to launch at PMA (according to FujiFilm).
Wed 15/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Hagemeyer outsources NZ distribution for Blanco and Omega
Endurance Distributors is set to take over the New Zealand distribution of Hagemeyer Appliances brands Blanco and Omega.
Mon 16/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Multiple appliance brands in contention for 2011 AIDA accolades
An abundance of suppliers across smalls, whitegoods, browngoods, digital and floorcare products are in the running for the Australian International Design Awards. From Bush to Breville, Kenwood to Samsung and Dyson to Smeg...
Wed 27/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »After 20 years, Hagemeyer to implement new logistics system, QuickStep chosen
Hagemeyer Brands Australia is implementing a new software system to manage its distribution and logistics, with Lawson QuickStep replacing the incumbent 20-year-old system.
Mon 04/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »My Kitchen Rules yet to confirm small appliance sponsor
Network 7 has commissioned the third season of My Kitchen Rules but has not announced the cooking show's small appliance sponsor. Will Breville outbid Sunbeam in round three?
Mon 07/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Hagemeyer conference a victory for unity
Hagemeyer held its national conference in Wollongong earlier this month, with CEO Mark Bilton reporting that this gathering was a successful if intense three days.
Fri 18/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco ramping up marketing with enormous radio competition
Blanco is ramping up its consumer marketing by joining with radio juggernaut Mix in the station's high profile competition offering listeners to chance to win their own home.
Fri 28/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Gerry Harvey calls for more taxes, but suppliers and consumers disagree
Harvey Norman chairman Gerry Harvey's call for taxation on overseas purchases has not received total support, with others in the industry calling for a different approach.
Wed 24/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco and local retailers saddle up to race for a cure
Harvey Norman, The Good Guys, Retravision and Betta are joining Blanco and JVC this week to raise money for the Breast Cancer Foundation.
Mon 30/08/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco to release champagne induction cookware
For those that thought champagne had to come from the region in France, think again: German cooking brand Blanco is releasing a new champagne-toned set of induction cooktops.
Wed 04/08/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Omega and Smeg to separate, with Hagemeyer restructuring its brands
Hagemeyer Brands Australia is set to restructure its brands, with Omega and Smeg to separate, and the former realigned under the MEA brand portfolio.
Thu 22/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco's black pearls to celebrate 30 years in Australia
Blanco is currently awash with pearls, as the German major appliance company is celebrating the 30th anniversary of selling stainless steel appliances in Australia.
Thu 15/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Blanco takes elbow grease out of the oven
Blanco has this week released a new range of ovens which are designed to clean themselves.
Wed 05/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »New ultra-quiet dishwashers from Blanco
Blanco has announced the addition of two new models to its Platinum Freestanding Dishwasher range. At just 37dB, Blanco is promoting the fact that they are some of the quietest models on the market.
Thu 04/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Fisher & Paykel appoints new national cooking BDM
Fisher & Paykel announced the appointment of Mark Rains as national business development manager - cooking, effective immediately.
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