Miele cashback blitz set to sweeten winter appliance sales
Miele has launched a number of promotions across its cooking range to drive sales in the coming months, with cashback offers of $300, $500 and upwards of $1,200 available to customers.
Fri 07/06/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »ILVE targets home chefs with kitchen appliance promotion
ILVE has launched a big marketing push for its range of major kitchen appliances over winter, with the brand offering consumers a range of gifts with purchase of selected freestanding cookers, ovens, cooktops and dishwashers.
Thu 06/06/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Fisher & Paykel uses Good Food & Wine to launch new range
Among the free tasting plates and product samples, guests at this weekend's Good Food & Wine show in Melbourne are set to get a first look at a new appliance offering from Fisher & Paykel.
Wed 05/06/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »HIA Home Show gets a taste of Switzerland with V-Zug
After a run in Melbourne in April, the HIA Home Show has arrived in Sydney with builders, designers, specifiers and consumers turning out in force today for the second day of the exhibition.
Fri 17/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele previews Generation 6000 to Australian retailers in Germany
Miele has invited a select group of key Chartered Agents to Germany this week to preview the next Generation 6000 series of cooking appliances, due in Australia from the fourth quarter of this year. Current.com.au looks at the range...
Thu 28/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Meet Elba appliances: F&P's concerted push into the entry-level at Bunnings
Elba may not be a familiar name in Australia, but consumers are set to see plenty more from this appliance brand as its owner, Fisher & Paykel, begins a campaign to meet consumer needs at entry-level price points, as well as the high end.
Wed 13/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Tefal Fresh Express Max
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With Tefal Fresh Express taking the Food Prep market by storm since its launch in 2011, it is time to welcome a new addition to the family - Fresh Express Max.
Thu 28/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Tefal Cook4Me
Cook4me is an intelligent multicooker with advanced technology, never seen before. Cook4me is a unique interactive multicooker with over 85 pre-programmed recipes that guide you step by step through the cooking process. All of the guesswork has gone.
Thu 28/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Tefal ActiFry 2in1
Easily cooks 2 healthy dishes at once! This revolutionary machine allows you to cook a complete meal with only a spoonful of oil thanks to two cooking zones...
Thu 28/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »LG outlines big plans for its home appliance range in 2013
LG Electronics is targeting the home appliances categories for growth and market share with new products being rolled out during the first half of 2013. Refrigeration, laundry, cooking and floorcare are all tagged for growth.
Wed 27/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »The Sleeping Giant: IKEA appliances and electrical retail competition
With 7 stores in Australia, IKEA may not seem like a threat to traditional electrical retailers. But its comprehensive appliance range, no frills approach and complete store offering could be set to bring more consumers over to the Swedish way.
Mon 18/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Smeg on show at Melbourne Food & Wine Festival
As an official Gastronomy Premium Partner of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival in March, Smeg is set to show off its appliances to thousands of avid foodies and "influencers" in a targeted marketing push.
Tue 05/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Take a look at Smeg's latest 1920s-inspired cooking creation
Never shy to take its inspiration from decades past (think 50s-styled FAB refrigerators), Smeg has turned back the clock once again with a new freestanding cooker inspired by 1920s design.
Wed 23/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Whirlpool restructures to reflect new dual focus
After announcing plans to expand its cooking appliance offering last year, Whirlpool has restructured its Australian business to reflect the new focus on both whitegoods and cooking.
Wed 23/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Appliance Retailer magazine takes a look back over a mammoth year
The December issue of Appliance Retailer magazine is out now, full of all the latest news from the appliance and consumer electronics industry, as well as a wrap up of the biggest stories of the year.
Wed 05/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Prospect of more energy regulations on cooking appliances divides opinion
In this special feature, we look at whether cooking appliances should be subject to MEPS regulations similar to televisions, laundry appliances, fridges and freezers.
Wed 05/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi to start selling appliances in new "JB Hi-Fi Home" concept stores
JB Hi-Fi is set to begin selling appliances by the end of the year with a trial roll out of four JB Hi-Fi Home concept stores. The stores will be converted from Clive Anthonys shopfronts, and will be accompanied by an e-commerce website.
Wed 28/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Whirlpool expands cooking range with foray into induction
Whirlpool is expanding its line-up of cooking appliances in an attempt to pitch to more of a "home renovator" market. Part of the new range, which includes products sourced from Whirlpool Europe, are two new induction hobs.
Tue 13/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Masters opens new Sydney store, with a familiar Retravision face
Masters has opened its 24th Australian store in Chullora, Sydney, boasting an appliance section fitted out with a large range of appliances and model kitchens. The new department is also being headed up by a familiar face from Retravision.
Fri 09/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Westinghouse launches first ever Australian-made 90cm oven
Electrolux Home Products - manufacturer of Westinghouse appliances - has announced the launch of the first ever Australian-made 90cm oven, which it says will 'turn back the tide' on offshore production.
Mon 08/10/2012 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 »Price reductions will help retailers to sell up: Ilve
Following news that Ilve has reduced prices on selected products in its range, the brand spoke to Current.com.au about the move which it hopes will help retailers to sell up to better products, without a huge jump in price.
Wed 26/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Adelaide in the frame with new Fisher & Paykel showroom
Fisher & Paykel has opened a new South Australian showroom. Located in Mile End, Adelaide, the new showroom is currently only open to designers and retailers; an opening to the general public will be at a later date.
Wed 26/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Fisher & Paykel reveals new washers, cooktops and ovens
In addition to launching new outdoor cooking systems, refrigerators and the Companion cooking range, Fisher & Paykel unveiled new laundry appliances, cooktops and freestanding cookers at its gala event on Tuesday night.
Thu 30/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Ilve offers consumers the option to mix and match in the kitchen
Ilve is not only focusing on built-in kitchen appliances this year, but also on offering consumers the opportunity to choose the perfect appliances to suit their needs - whilst making sure everything matches.
Fri 10/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Recreate the 1950s with an $11,000 Smeg kitchen
Fans of 1950s fashion with a spare $11,000 burning a hole in the pocket of their vintage Jackie Kennedy pink Chanel suit should consider a new kitchen design by former Australian Designer of the Year Mal Corboy.
Fri 13/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »The new Omega: strategy, design and the ideal customer
Following its official brand relaunch last month, Omega sat down with Current.com.au to talk about its new product strategy and identifying the kinds of consumers perfectly suited to the Omega brand.
Thu 05/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Colour and diversity the key to Ilve's showroom
The secret to a good showroom is offering something a little different, according to Ilve. Current visited Ilve's Sydney showroom to take a look at its newest appliances, and to learn a thing or two about style in the kitchen.
Mon 25/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »First look at the Sydney Good Food & Wine Show: Image Gallery
The Good Food & Wine Show opens in Sydney today, and Current was there bright and early to spy out all the appliances, brand displays and cured meats.
Fri 22/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Furniture meets cooktop in bizarre new French appliance design
High-end French appliance manufacturer La Cornue has redefined the term 'table-top cooking' with a new range of designer cooking appliances for seriously stylish consumers.
Fri 01/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Asko cuts prices for Swedish Midsummer Sale
Drawing on its Scandinavian heritage, Asko has announced the beginning of its "famous" Swedish Midsummer Sale, offering discounts including $200 off washing machines and more than $1,000 of some cooking packages.
Tue 01/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Smeg partners with Designer Boys for "clean and sleek" renovation
Former winners of the reality TV renovation show The Block and self-styled "Designer Boys" Gavin Atkins and Warren Sonin have partnered with Smeg for their latest fitout, a renovated farmhouse in the Byron Bay hinterland.
Wed 11/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »If you make built-ins, they will come: Ilve's plans for the year ahead
Ilve has long prided itself on being the top of the freestanding cooking appliance game, with a strong Italian heritage and a focus on quality. In 2012, the company is set to broaden its horizons further.
Fri 23/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Smeg branches out in the kitchen with new domino cooktops
For those that want to cook a bit more than the standard meat and three veg, Smeg has released a range of 7 domino cooktops to give consumers more options in the kitchen.
Wed 21/03/2012 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 »Emilia brings the power of gas cooking to Modena oven range
Cooking appliance manufacturer Emilia has announced the arrival of its first ever 60 centimetre fan-assisted gas oven. The oven will be part of the brand's Modena range and will capitalise on the increasing consumer interest in gas cooking.
Wed 07/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid CEO defends "European Kitchen Studio" business model
Kleenmaid's new CEO has spoken to Current to defend the company's choice to sell products through a group of 21 kitchen manufacturers, rather than traditional retail stores.
Mon 27/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »A first look at products from the "Next Generation Kleenmaid"
The new incarnation of Kleenmaid launched in Sydney last week, with a range of cooking appliances on show in the company's Alexandria "Experience Centre", and a new model to sell products.
Mon 27/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Glen Dimplex celebrates Belling's 100th Birthday with new showroom and offices
Glen Dimplex has moved its warehouse and administration to new premises closer to the centre of Melbourne, with a dedicated cooking school in its new showroom. The venue was officially opened last night, with plenty of celebration.
Wed 22/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »"Next generation" Kleenmaid brand to relaunch in Australia
While Kleenmaid's former directors are facing legal action, a new reincarnation of the brand has surfaced, following a buyout by a private equity group. This "next generation" of Kleenmaid is set to launch in Australia next week.
Fri 17/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »F&P increases brand exposure with 10th cooking school partnership
Fisher & Paykel has announced a new partnership with the Sauce Cooking School in Toowoomba - the 10th school in Australia that F&P has kitted out with whitegoods and cooking appliances.
Mon 13/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Whirlpool Australia restructures, almost 10 per cent of workforce affected
Whirlpool Australia has announced a company restructure, with almost 10 per cent of the Australian workforce being "affected" by this decision.
Thu 02/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG launches internet fridge (again), plus Wi-Fi washer and smart oven
LG Electronics, the company that introduced Australia to the internet fridge, is once again drumming up connected appliances, today launching a raft of new products under its Smart Thinq Technologies banner.
Tue 10/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »That was the year that was: Q&A with Asko appliances
It has been a tough year for many in the appliance industry, but high-end appliance manufacturer Asko has found continuing success with its range of whitegoods and cooking appliances.
Fri 25/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Form follows function: Miele talks up the success of the Combi Steam Oven
Following the success of Grand Designs Live, Current.com.au spoke to the product marketing manager of Miele Galleries, Thorsten Kissel, about the strengths of Miele appliances and the "show pony" of the range.
Wed 26/10/2011 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 »Full of "love and joy": F&P advertising campaign brings the human touch
As Australians start to come out of winter hibernation, Fisher & Paykel has created a new advertising campaign to promote its range of cooking and kitchen appliances, focusing on the concept of a "social kitchen".
Mon 26/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Ilve amps up exposure with Crave Food Festival & Grand Designs Live
Ilve talks about its presence at this year's Crave Sydney International Food Festival and Grand Designs Live, and hints at new products in the pipeline.
Thu 08/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele Australia number one market outside Germany with 10% sales growth
The Australian subsidiary of appliance manufacturer Miele saw a 10 per cent growth in sales last financial year - the biggest result outside of Miele's German homeland.
Thu 25/08/2011 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 »High end induction war looming as De Dietrich launches zoneless Le Piano
De Dietrich has today launched the first ever 90-centimetre zonless induction cooktop, with a large surface that boasts the ability to memorise cooking settings for pots...even if they are moved.
Tue 09/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »F&P goes straight to the foodies with two new cooking schools
Fisher & Paykel has announced that two new Bottega Rotolo Cooking Schools will be opening this month in South Australia and Tasmania, showcasing its cooking appliances to chefs and foodies alike.
Fri 29/07/2011 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 »Ilve launches new website
As a response to customer feedback, Ilve has unveiled a brand new website. The company claims that the new online portal is perfect for consumers considering building a new kitchen or renovating an existing one.
Mon 22/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »A new direction for Smeg Appliances
After a successful 2009 season, Smeg Appliances is starting 2010 with a bang by aligning itself with several key events around the country.
Mon 08/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Breville expects My Kitchen Rules investment to pay off
The semi-final stage of My Kitchen Rules is about to begin and will see contestants move away from the domestic setting to a custom designed, professional kitchen decked out with Breville products.
Mon 08/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Big things expected from Ilve's latest oven release
Ilve has just announced the release of its 948 SXMP 90-centimetre built-in oven. According to the company, the 110-litre capacity oven is 30 per cent larger than all ovens in its class.
Tue 22/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Reduce your cooking time with Whirlpool
Whirpool has just announced that in January 2010 it will be releasing a new range of ovens in Australia. The line-up is said to dramatically reduce cooking time and revolutionise mealtime preparation.
Wed 16/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »If you can't stand the steam, get out of the kitchen
Steam cooking is a growing technology and Samsung is the latest company to add this technology to its microwave range with the new MW9114ST.
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