New Winning Appliances Redfern showroom "best in the world"
Winning Appliances opened the doors on its newest showroom in the Sydney suburb of Redfern last night. With exhibition-style fit outs and 20 brands spread across two levels, industry leaders have labelled it as one of the best in the world.
Fri 14/06/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch invites consumers to upgrade from rival brands
Consumers are being invited to "upgrade to Bosch" with a new promotional campaign offering cashback bonuses on products in the Bosch range, including kitchen and laundry appliances.
Fri 10/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Ultimate guide to small appliances for Mother's Day 2013
Changes in colour tones, a move away from slow cooking and the emergence of the food chopper are all trends to be observed this Mother's Day as small appliances enjoy their moment in the sun.
Mon 06/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Mother's Day Battlegrounds: Food Processors
A staple of the Mother's Day gift-giving season, the food processor is essential for any household gourmet looking to create succulent and nutritious meals. Here are four of the best available this Mother's Day.
Thu 18/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Scenes from a Cinema: Bosch Relaxx'x launch image gallery
Check out our one-webpage image gallery from the Sydney leg of Bosch's Relaxx'x roadshow, starring some quiet vacuums, Bosch and Harvey Norman staff and plenty of popcorn.
Thu 11/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Relaxx'xing night for Harvey Norman staff at Bosch bagless vacuum launch
Bosch last night held the second event in its national roadshow to launch the new Relaxx'x range of bagless vacuum cleaners.
Thu 11/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »UPDATED: All the 2013 Mother's Day promotions in one place
Retailers are busy gearing up for the second Christmas of the year, Mother's Day. With so many products vying for attention, suppliers are offering plenty of promotions to help retailers close the sale. Here's our wrap-up of the big deals...
Wed 03/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Appliance manufacturers need to do more to service the disabled
The demand for accessible home appliances is an urgent and growing requirement. But are the big manufacturers providing all the necessary functions needed for people with disabilities?
Fri 15/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Top 10 Biggest Appliance Stories of 2012
There were plenty of big stories in the world of appliances this year, with administrations, takeovers and recalls as well as plenty of exciting launches to bring life into the industry - including a few totally new products.
Thu 20/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »The perfect Christmas lunch in 10 festive appliances
If there is one thing UnderCurrent loves more than Christmas (and associated carols) it's appliances. And top 10 lists. And food. And cooking. Conveniently, we have all these things in the one place. All your Christmases have come at once!
Mon 17/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »'Fluctuating power is a fact of life in Australia': F&P comments on Bosch recall
Following Bosch's recent dishwasher recall, Fisher & Paykel's technical manager has argued that fluctuating power is just part of selling appliances in Australia, and that it shouldn't be blamed for a product recall.
Thu 06/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »BSH Home Appliances recalls 63,000 Bosch dishwashers in Australia
BSH Home Appliances has today announced the recall of around 63,000 Bosch dishwashers manufactured between 2000 and 2006. This recall does not require the dishwasher to be returned to the manufacturer.
Wed 05/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Wunderbar! One Winning Appliances Salesman's German Adventure
Over the winter months, Siemens Home Appliances ran an incentive program for stores that supported its Siemens products. The prize was a trip to Germany to visit IFA in Berlin and various factories manufacturing Siemens and Bosch products.
Wed 28/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch Germany puts its fridges through a real test of toughness
Das UnderCurrent was very appreciative of the translation services provided at IFA in Berlin last week, but perhaps the switch from German to English confused a few attendees at the trade show.
Wed 12/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Neff dominates and demonstrates at home economists convention
Neff recently showed off its wares to thousands of home economists at its congress in Melbourne. This is part of an active marketing drive for the German cooking specialist.
Thu 06/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch takes the colour trend to new bright heights
It may only be day one, but already there is a huge trend emerging at IFA, with all the big brands showcasing a huge range of coloured appliances, with many more hues on offer than we are used to in Australia.
Thu 30/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Masters encouraging trade credit card take-up with 5% discount
Woolworths' big box hardware store, Masters, is offering a 5 per cent discount to qualifying tradespeople and builders, provided they pay for their purchases using a special Masters credit card.
Mon 27/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Countdown to IFA: Stay tuned for exclusive news as it happens
The official launch of the IFA trade show in Berlin is just days away, and suppliers, buyers and industry leaders have begun converging on the city in preparation for the show. We'll be there on the ground with all the news as it happens.
Mon 27/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Siemens laundry launch produces a Master Class retail celebration
A recent Siemens launch event for its new iQ 800 Master Class laundry appliances produced much chivalry amongst Victorian dealers, with staff and management from Spartan Electrical and E&S Trading both getting into the swing of things.
Thu 02/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Deluxe is Hungary for appliance sales and tips on how to stop them
Major appliance suppliers and retailers take note: a Hungarian website is looking to steal your sales. Called Deluxe Appliances, and based in Budapest, this website is specifically targeting Australian consumers.
Wed 01/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Supplier success at IFA set to continue in 2012
The countdown to one of the world's biggest consumer electronics and home appliance trade shows has begun, with suppliers gearing up to showcase their products to consumers, trade and media at IFA in Berlin.
Wed 27/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Canstar surveys dishwasher brands and curious consumer behaviour
Canstar Blue has released the results of its latest consumer satisfaction survey, polling Australians on their preferred brand of dishwasher and the kinds of curious items consumers wash in their appliance.
Wed 30/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Frequency of use is the key to selling the right dishwasher
The latest edition of Appliance Retailer chats to dishwasher salespeople to find out what consumers are looking for when purchasing a unit from this $320 million category.
Tue 08/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Electrolux, Samsung and F&P top Canstar Blue washing machine ratings
Canstar Blue has released results from its latest washing machine satisfaction survey, with Electrolux taking out top rank in the Front Loader category, and Samsung and Fisher & Paykel sharing honours in the Top Loader category.
Fri 04/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso tops satisfaction survey, questions raised over validity
Nespresso has pipped its local machine partner De'Longhi to take top spot in Canstar Blue's survey of coffee machine satisfaction. The sample of this survey was so small, however, that its validity is in question.
Thu 26/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Uniden takes homeland security to app-tastic heights
Whether you're a new parent looking to watch over your baby, a privacy fiend wanting to secure your property or a amateur spy looking to take your stealth credentials to the next level, Uniden has a new surveillance product for you.
Wed 18/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »All the Mother's Day promotions all in one place
Mother's Day is just around the corner and, like most years, the appliance brands are competing for the maternal dollar with a number of very alluring promotions. Here are all the 2012 Mother's Day consumer promotions in one place.
Tue 17/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch & Samsung Mother's Day promotions
As retailers prepare for Mother's Day, the promotions continue to come thick and fast, with Bosch and Samsung the latest offer consumers a range of rewards and prizes.
Fri 13/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Oh my Bosch: Dishwashers prove a winner in GfK ratings
Bosch has cleaned up in the dishwashing category once again, with the European whitegoods manufacturer ranking first in GfK ratings for dishwasher unit sales and sales value in 2011.
Fri 03/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch brings two more FlexInduction cooktops to market
Bosch has announced the launch of two additions to its zoneless induction cooktop range - the 60cm and 80cm FlexInduction cooktops - not to be confused with the Neff induction cooktop of the same name.
Mon 23/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Bing Lee loves Dyson, Appliances Online cleans up with Bosch
Appliances Online and Bing Lee are continuing to blaze a trail in the way retailers communicate with consumers. Both are on YouTube espousing the values of new products from leading European suppliers.
Tue 08/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch pulls out the stops for refrigerator retail launches
Bosch has been busy promoting its new French door refrigerator and three side-by-side refrigerators this month, with a series of launch events held in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Perth and Adelaide.
Tue 25/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch smalls set to go large
Following on from the release of its first Kitchen Machine in the Australian market, Bosch spoke to Current.com.au about its decision to get into the category and its future plans for expansion.
Fri 30/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch smalls set to go large
Following on from the release of its first Kitchen Machine in the Australian market, Bosch spoke to Current.com.au about its decision to get into the category and its future plans for expansion.
Fri 30/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch gets in the small appliance mix with new Kitchen Machine
Bosch is set to expand on its stable of cooking appliances, whitegoods and floorcare products with the launch of the new 1600-watt MUM86 Kitchen Machine.
Thu 22/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch talks up Masters appliance offering
One of Masters' launch appliance brands is Bosch. We asked the German supplier why it has chosen to go partner with Woolworths' ambition hardware retail venture. Also, we list all the appliance brands currently being sold in the new store.
Wed 07/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch releases first ever French door fridge, plus new side-by-side models
Bosch has announced the release of a range of new refrigerators with advanced cooking and energy-saving features, including the company's first ever French door model.
Tue 30/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch Roxx'x - new floorcare and coffee product releases
After making it to the finals of the Australian International Design Awards this year, Bosch has announced two new products to be released in time for Christmas.
Fri 12/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch wins Which award, F&P does its Block
Bosch is happy with winning praise for its home appliances while Fisher & Paykel is backing up its Good Food & Wine Show presence with coverage on The Block.
Mon 11/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Design Awards reveals hostess and arts patron
The 2011 Australian International Design Awards have revealed that comedian Julia Morris will host this year's ceremony, which will be attended by guest of honour, Victorian Premier and Arts Minister Ted Baillieu.
Fri 10/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Breville and F&P ecstatic with Design Award recognition
The finalists for the 2011 Australian International Design Awards (AIDA) have been announced, with appliances and consumer electronics again dominating the Consumer category.
Tue 31/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »News Wrap: Sony's GM hunt, AVG's new GM, wins for Sharp and Bosch
Toby Barbour has left Sony Australia, AVG has appointed a new GM with an interesting CV, Sharp has won some awards with amusing names and find out which category Bosch dominates.
Mon 09/05/2011 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 »Out and about at DesignEx 2011
Meet the appliance exhibitors from DesignEx 2011, which was held in Melbourne last week. There's a visiting dignitary, some newcomers and the winner of New Product of the Year.
Mon 18/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Siemens' new national marketing manager announces famed chef at DesignEx exhibit
Adam D'Sylva from Melbourne's Coda Restaurant will help showcase Siemens ovens and cooktops at Australia's leading trade design and architecture event this week in Melbourne.
Mon 11/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch and Siemens score coveted 2011 red dot awards
Bosch and Siemens have walked away with dozens of red dots in recognition of appliance quality and trendsetting design.
Fri 08/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Electrolux Floor Care joins friends and rivals in new premises
Electrolux Floor Care has packed up all its vacuum cleaners and spare parts, relocating from semi-rural Knoxfield to thriving Moorabbin. New neighbours include Akso and Bosch.
Fri 08/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Kambo comments on new Bosch and Siemens showroom and its impact on Miele
The King of the West, Peter Kambouris, talks to Current.com.au about the new Bosh and Siemens (BSH) home appliance showroom in Perth and the differences between the two German brands in Australia and globally.
Mon 14/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Laundry appliances get a rinsing in consumer survey
Top loaders, front loaders and dryers get a good and not so good spin in the latest series of Canstar Blue consumer satisfaction surveys. Read on to see who trumps who in the laundry room.
Fri 04/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch and Omo's $55,000 premium laundry appliance promotion
Woolworths and Safeway customers who purchase the new Omo Ultimate laundry detergent will be in to win one of four Bosch top to the line laundry packages valued at $14,000 each.
Fri 04/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch and Siemens' new Perth showroom sets benchmark
Current.com.au traveled to Perth this week for the opening of a new Bosch showroom. Find out what the retailers, dealers, specifiers and architects thought of this new high end venture.
Wed 02/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch launches new power tool with Ikea attachment
Bosch is launching an updated version of the Ixo screwdriver, the Ixo IV, set to be available in Australia by March.
Mon 28/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch dishwasher wins "Best of the Best" award
The ActiveWater Smart dishwasher has earned the "Best of the Best" award as decided by the German Design Council in two trade shows in Cologne, Germany.
Mon 14/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch corded drills tick consumer survey boxes
A consumer satisfaction survey conducted during the summer DIY period has rated Bosch corded drills with a top score for performance, while Japanese contender Makita took the overall satisfaction category.
Fri 04/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Best of 2010: Biggest Appliance Stories of the Year
Recalls, retorts and Ruslan dominated interest in the appliance industry in 2010. Plus, the cultural phenomon of the year proved it is as popular as people think. Find out what the five biggest appliance stories of the year were.
Wed 22/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Fishy times indeed for Fisher & Paykel
The Sydney Seafood Cooking School is making great use of its Fisher & Paykel appliances, with cooktops, ovens, refrigerators and rangehoods on display to thousands of novice gourmets every year.
Thu 09/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Educating retailers to capture the eco-conscious consumer: Bosch
Consumers requiring an incentive to purchase a new dishwasher may be persuaded by the results of a survey that has found dishwashers are more efficient than hand washing when fully loaded.
Fri 03/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »A carload of brands bracing for exposure at the Telstra 500
An absolute carload of consumer electronics retail brands are shifting through the gears and clicking their seatbelts for the last and most glamorous race on the V8 Supercar Calendar. Keep your eyes peeled for the following names.
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