Winter warmers: Wrap up of the latest benchtop cooking appliances
With more Australians staying indoors over winter and trying their hands at home-cooked meals, benchtop cooking appliances make for a popular purchase in the cooler months. Here's our wrap of the latest and greatest...
Wed 19/06/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Partners & Battlers: Inside story on Nespresso, De'Longhi, Breville & Krups
After five years of clean air, De'Longhi has a new rival in the Nespresso machine business: Breville. It's hard to believe that only seven years ago, Nespresso was nascent and Krups and Magimix were its machine mates.
Tue 18/06/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso accessories add a touch of style to coffee storage
In addition to being a dominant market leader in capsule coffee machine sales, Nespresso is also style icon when it comes to accessories.
Thu 06/06/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Breville unveils world first Oracle manual automatic coffee machine
A machine that combines the customisable functionality of a solo traditional with the simplicity of an automatic: that was the goal of Breville's design team several years ago, and today it has been achieved with the unveiling of the Oracle.
Thu 23/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Top 10 Best Appliance Brands in Australia
Across the appliance spectrum, a number of brands stand out as having higher recognition, a better reputation, a greater share of voice and all the other abstractions that conflate to become brand equity. What brand will be #1?
Wed 22/05/2013 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 »Our Top Appliance and Electronics Gifts for Mother's Day 2013
Mother's Day is less than one week away! Here are our picks for the best gift ideas for the hapless husband or time-poor offspring. We've got every base covered, from cheap-but-good to optimistically expensive.
Mon 06/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »See Better Homes than yours, thanks to The Good Guys
If you've been wondering how to make a herb garden, how to cook an "egg and bacon celebration", or you just want to see some shiny new appliances, Better Homes and Gardens Live is coming to Melbourne, and UnderCurrent is excited.
Mon 29/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi to remain focused on the premium market
De'Longhi claims it will fight the global downturn by focusing on premium products with features that justify higher prices that consumers will regard as an investment.
Mon 22/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso offers limited edition trips to Trieste and Napoli
Continental coffee fans take note: Nespresso has introduced two limited edition 'Grand Cru' coffees and one permanent new flavour for the enjoyment of Club Members on their De'Longhi benchtop or Miele integrated machines.
Mon 15/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Domestic Appliances and Ovo dominate Design Award entrants
A large number of leading suppliers of home appliances and consumer electronics are once again vying for recognition, as revealed by the entries to the 2013 Australian International Design Awards.
Mon 08/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Appliance Retailer magazine hits shelves with all the big industry news
The April edition of Appliance Retailer magazine is set to hit retailers this week, bringing with it plenty of insights on the electrical retailing industry, the newest products due in stores and the major trends in appliances.
Thu 04/04/2013 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 »Leading Appliances launches website, reveals 'Preferred Suppliers'
Leading Appliances today launched its new website, one day after it began trading officially. Leading Appliances is home to around 60 former Retravision members, primarily located in regional areas in Australia's eastern states.
Tue 02/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi sparks move to subtle colours with Icona Vintage range
In a change of direction for this market, the Icona Vintage collection has subdued tones, in contrast to the bright and bold colours that have become dominant over the past three years.
Tue 12/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso's new Pixie and Lattissima models and Mother's Day cashback
Nespresso has updated its Pixie and Lattissimma coffee machine ranges with two new machines in stainless steel and black. These models, as well as Nespresso's existing range, will be supported by a Mother's Day cashback promotion.
Mon 11/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Mother's Day Battlegrounds: Kettle and Toaster Breakfast Packs
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In the lead-up to Mother's Day, we'll be looking at some of the major product categories and highlighting some of the better products for consumers to choose for their Mums. Our focus today is matching breakfast packs.
Mon 11/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Industry sponsors hungry for action as NRL season kicks off
It's hard to believe it's been 158 days since the Melbourne Storm saluted in the 2012 NRL Grand Final. Tonight at Allianz Stadium in Sydney, the 2013 campaign will begin with the Sydney Roosters hosting the South Sydney Rabbitohs.
Thu 07/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi recruits former LG colleagues to marketing roles
De'Longhi Australia has added two new recruits, both formerly employed at LG Electronics, to its product and marketing teams.
Tue 26/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Retailer spotlight: Kambo's Cafe brings fresh concept to coffee
West Australian appliance retailer Kambo's has taken the sale of coffee machines to new heights in its Canning Vale and Malaga showrooms, offering a unique experiential in-store concept for consumers.
Wed 13/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »New distributor for Braun and Oral B personal care products
Braun and Oral B personal care products are now being distributed in Australia by Sydney-based merchandisers Mann & Noble. Braun personal care and Oral B are owned globally by Proctor & Gamble.
Fri 25/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi reasserts commitment to portioned coffee category
Following news that Breville is entering the portioned coffee category with a range of co-branded Nespresso machines, De'Longhi has reasserted its commitment to the category and its allegiance with Nespresso, saying it's "business as usual".
Thu 10/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Breville to partner with Nespresso for new portioned coffee machines
Breville is set to partner with Nespresso to produce a range of portioned coffee machines for the Australian and New Zealand markets, taking on the virtual monopoly held by competing machine manufacturers, De'Longhi.
Tue 08/01/2013 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 »De'Longhi pips Apple to win Myer supplier award for second year running
De'Longhi Australia is currently raising a cup of cappuccino in celebration of winning the Myer Award for Best Hard Goods Supplier over $15 million at the department store's annual awards night.
Mon 03/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »All the electronics Christmas promotions sorted by brand
Check out what promotions are being run this Christmas to lure consumers into stores and part with their cash. This page sorts all the promotions by brand - there's Sony, Panasonic, LG, Samsung, Breville, Kambrook, Sunbeam and heaps more!
Mon 03/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Editor's Picks for Best Appliances of 2012: sucked, slurped and stalked
The November issue of Appliance Retailer magazine includes the annual Editor's Picks for Best Appliances of 2012. We'll be featuring these winners over the coming days as we build up to honour the 2012 Appliance of the Year. Here is Part Four.
Tue 20/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Still being updated! All the electronics Christmas promotions in one place
Christmas promotions from Uniden, Haier, Toshiba, De'Longhi, Philips, Nespresso, Breville, Kambrook, Sunbeam, Panasonic, Kenwood, Sharp, LG, Sony, Navman and many more - more than 20 promotions currently listed.
Fri 02/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Eight days and eight years of TCL at the Melbourne Cup Carnival
The eight-day extravaganza that is the Melbourne Cup Carnival launches into racing tomorrow at Flemington with Derby Day - TCL will once again be there as it has since 2005.
Fri 02/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi and Nestle unveil new Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee machine system
De'Longhi and Nestle have teamed up to launch a new closed capsule coffee machine system: Nescafe Dolce Gusto. This news was first reported exclusively in Appliance Retailer magazine.
Mon 08/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Big battles of the brands this weekend in NRL and AFL semifinals
After spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to support football teams, these are the days and nights you look forward to: high rating semifinal action shown live around the country in prime time.
Fri 14/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi and Kenwood sign on for two more years of Rabbitohs action
It's rare that a company can dominate both the small appliance market and the NRL, but De'Longhi has done just that through its product offerings and its sponsorship of the South Sydney Rabbitohs - a partnership that was today extended for two more years.
Wed 05/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »The 10 best (and weirdest) coffee machines from IFA
There are hundreds and thousands of appliances on show at the IFA trade show in Berlin this week: one of the categories getting plenty of attention was coffee machines. Some looked more traditional than others...
Mon 03/09/2012 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 »Former GM of Sony joins De'Longhi as Nespresso business manager
De'Longhi Australia and Nespresso have this morning confirmed the appointment of David Hargreaves to the new Nespresso business manager position. Hargreaves was formerly the GM of sales at Sony Australia for 26 years.
Tue 14/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »UPDATED: All the Father's Day promotions in one place
With Father's Day just around the corner, suppliers are offering consumers plenty of incentives to get spending in retail stores. Current.com.au has the full list here...
Wed 01/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Rabbits in the headlines good news for De'Longhi and Kenwood
With the NRL Finals Series just seven weeks away, De'Longhi and Kenwood are beginning to see a real return on their sponsorship investments with the South Sydney Rabbitohs rugby league club.
Fri 20/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso launches brand new machine for Father's Day market
Nespresso and manufacturing partner De'Longhi Australia have unveiled a new portioned coffee machine, which is targeted at the entry level and gift giving markets.
Mon 16/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi focused on in-store excitement with new product launches
De'Longhi Australia has a good start to the 2012 calendar year, with its De'Longhi and Kenwood brands both performing well in a tough retail environment, according to CEO Paolo Albertoni.
Fri 06/07/2012 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 »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 »De'Longhi acquires Braun brand licence for small & home appliances
De'Longhi has today confirmed an agreement with Proctor & Gamble to license the Braun brand for small kitchen appliances, home appliances and ironing, in a deal that could be worth more than 200 million Euro.
Tue 17/04/2012 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 »Nespresso outlines marketing campaign for new Maestria machines
Nespresso Australia and its manufacturing partner De'Longhi last night hosted its retail partners at The Ivy in Sydney to celebrate the launch of the new Maestria range of portioned coffee machines.
Wed 04/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi ups the Mother's Day promotion ante with $250 cashback
The Mother's Day coffee machine promotions keep on coming, with De'Longhi today joining Nespresso, Jura and Philips Saeco in offering consumers an attractive option for Mum.
Fri 16/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »'Be the barista' with Nespresso's first new models of 2012: Maestria range
Nespresso, the world leader in closed capsule or 'pod' coffee, has unveiled its newest machines for the Australian market, the Maestria and Gran Maestria. Both machines mix Nespresso capsules with elements of manual coffee making.
Mon 05/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Start sweating sponsors: the NRL is back!
What do WOW Sight & Sound, Harvey Norman, Telstra, Vodafone, De'Longhi, Kenwood and Trend Micro have in common? They all love their rugby league!
Thu 01/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Strap on your seatbelt - it's a De'Longhi
Which De'Longhi appliance is so powerful you need to wear a seatbelt when it's in use? This video has the answer...
Mon 05/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »UPDATED: De'Longhi recognised as Myer Supplier of the Year
Myer held its Supplier of the Year Awards in Melbourne on Friday, with De'Longhi picking up two gongs including Myer Supplier of the Year 2011. Ricoh was also awarded as Best Information Technology Supplier.
Mon 05/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi PrimaDonna S DeLuxe brings "beautiful design" to coffee making
Italian powerhouse De'Longhi has launched a new fully automatic coffee machine just in time for Father's Day, with one-touch coffee making functions that even Dad can handle.
Thu 18/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi in Final 20 of global tourism competition
De'Longhi Australia has been selected as one of the 20 finalists in the global Million Dollar Memo Challenge, a competition launched by Tourism Queensland as part of the state's rebuilding efforts.
Fri 12/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso giving (cash) back to Dad again this year
Nespresso is running a cashback promotion on its new Lattissima coffee machine in the lead-up to Father's Day. This machine is distributed by Nespresso's machine partner De'Longhi.
Wed 03/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso, F&P and Breville amongst Design Award winners
The 2011 Australian International Design Awards were held in Melbourne on Friday, with Nespresso, Fisher & Paykel and Dyson amongst the winners in the Consumer category.
Mon 25/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi Australia makes final stages of global competition
De'Longhi Australia has made the final 70 in Tourism Queensland's unique Million Dollar Memo competition. The local team is looking for industry support to help get the company into the final stage.
Thu 09/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi launches heating product microsite
Heating manufacturer De'Longhi has announced the launch of a new online product microsite, targeted as retailers and consumers purchasing heaters in the lead-up to winter.
Tue 24/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Mother's Day just two sleeps away
There's only one more full shopping day left before Mother's Day, with suppliers and retailers both looking for a surge at the till tomorrow.
Fri 06/05/2011 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 »Nespresso, De'Longhi, Sunbeam, Breville, Saeco, and Krups put to the test
Some surprising results have been revealed in a consumer satisfaction survey which measured which coffee machine is most reliable, easy to use, has the best price and ultimately makes good coffee.
Thu 31/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Kenwood set to launch new stick blender
With no fixed date in place but expected to be released in time for Mother's Day the new stick blender, in a category that is up in units by GfK figures, will build on last year's Triblade innovation.
Thu 31/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Cashback promo for new Nespresso Pixie machine
In time for Mother's Day, Nespresso is offering a cash back promotion across the full range of portioned coffee machines, including its latest, the Pixie.
Mon 21/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Harvey Norman, Vodafone, Sanyo and Kenwood gear up for mass market coverage
The start of the NRL season tonight means the start of blanket coverage for the clubs' sponsors. Once again, the CE industry is well represented, with Trend Micro, WOW and Hisense also involved.
Fri 11/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Lavazza runs exclusive online gift with purchase promotion
Nespresso's number one rival is offering a Valentine's Day promotion of a free Cafe Kit with the purchase of a Lavazza A Modo Mio machine, two of which, in red or white, are available only online.
Thu 10/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso announces gift with purchase offer on all machines
Nespresso has this morning announced a gift with purchase offer on its closed capsule coffee machines, with consumers set to be tempted to the 'George Clooney Machines' with a free tasting box.
Mon 24/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Breville and De'Longhi feeling the Oprah love
Last night it was Breville that received Oprah magic touch, tonight it will be De'Longhi, with both brands benefitting from Australia's continued love affair with the world undisputed queen of light entertainment.
Thu 20/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Dehumidifiers selling above expectation as humidity kicks in
Gold Coast retailers are running out of dehumidifier stock as La Nina's rainy conditions are forecast to continue across the Eastern Seaboard.
Thu 13/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Kenwood joins De'Longhi in the Rabbitohs burrow
De'Longhi Australia has strengthened its association with the South Sydney Rabbitohs rugby league club, with the Kenwood brand now the major training sponsor for the 2011 NRL season.
Mon 10/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Oprah and Russell promote De'Longhi to the world
Oprah and Rusty recently spend a day out on Sydney Harbour, with De'Longhi receiving a generous dose of worldwide publicity as a result.
Wed 15/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Glitz, glamour and coffee: Nespresso turns on the style
Nespresso Australia rolled out the long black carpet last night for the gala launch of its new high concept store in Pitt Street Mall. This is the largest Nespresso 'Embassy' in the Southern Hemisphere.
Fri 03/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »All the small appliance Xmas promos all in one place
It's not just the TV suppliers that get to have all the Christmas cheer - small appliance suppliers are also luring consumers into store with a variety of promotions. We've got Sunbeam, Breville, De'Longhi, Kambrook, Nespresso, Tefal and more.
Mon 22/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »New Nespresso flagship store is another coffee high
Nespresso hosted Harvey Norman, David Jones, The Good Guys and Bing Lee, amongst other retailers, at the opening of its new high concept store in Pitt Street Mall last night.
Wed 17/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Kogan attacks small appliance market: a rip off
Kogan has today begun to sell automatic espresso coffee machines, bagless vacuum cleaners and convection microwaves, in direct competition with bricks and mortar retailers and established suppliers.
Wed 29/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Kenwood's Diamond Jubilee marked in style with new Cooking Chef
It's been 60 years since the first Kenwood Chef was introduced in England. To celebrate this auspicious milestone, the first Chef was toasted last night, and a new Cooking Chef was introduced.
Thu 16/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi launches new Primadonna S fully automatic coffee machine (video)
De'Longhi has launched the latest product in the Primadonna range, the compact stainless steel 'S' model as demonstrated in this video shot live on the company's stand at IFA 2010.
Mon 13/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi reveals 2-pronged Father's Day coffee promotion
De'Longhi Australia has today released details of its Father's Day coffee machine promotion, which has been specifically designed to drive sell through at retail level by adding more value to consumers' purchases.
Wed 14/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi chief to head up European appliance committee
The chief executive officer and vice-president of De'Longhi SPA, Fabio De'Longhi, was last week named president of CECED at the committee's general assembly.
Mon 21/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Appliance companies among the winners at Australian International Design Awards
De'Longhi, Kenwood, Neff, Dyson and Electrolux were among the winners at last Friday night's 2010 Australian International Design Awards held in Sydney.
Mon 07/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Premium price points for De'Longhi's new Icona smalls range
Just as the 1950s was a time of style, glamour and upheavel in Italy, De'Longhi's new small appliance range, which is a throwback to these times, is rewriting the book on small appliances.
Fri 14/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »First-look: De'Longhi launches personalised fully auto coffee machine
De'Longhi has revealed a new concept in fully automatic coffee machines by creating a product that can detect someone's coffee preference just from the person's cup.
Mon 07/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi to continue the success at the Rabbitohs
The Rabbitohs NRL team is on a high with the news that De'Longhi has signed again as the team's major Away corporate partner, the V8 Supercars are the major Sleeve partner, and the team trounced the premiership leaders St George Illawarra 41 to 6.
Wed 02/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »De'Longhi staff member reaches a milestone
De'Longhi Australia was in celebration mode today with the 50th birthday of its national business manager, Arthur Banbas.
Fri 31/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Retailers need stock to profit off cold weather
With winter now completely upon us, suppliers are urging retailers to stock up on heating products, hence ensuring they have enough product to meet demand once the mercury drops sharply in July and August.
Thu 25/06/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso's big vision becomes reality, literally
Nespresso is projecting big things for its new CitiZ coffee machines, manufactured by De'Longhi, and its capsule system. At a celebrity launch event last night, that vision became reality, and it was literally the size of the side of a building.
Wed 25/03/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »New marketing manager at Nespresso
Nespresso has announced the promotion its new marketing manager. Belinda Lees has been promoted to the new role from her previous position as marketing executive.
Thu 04/09/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »F&P acquires Italian based Elba for cooking expansion
Fisher & Paykel Appliances has acquired Italian based cooking appliance manufacturer Elba Spa, from De' Longhi Spa for approximately $A132 million, in a bid to expand its cooking range both in Europe and locally.
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