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Partners in Product Stewardship: list of co-regulator agreements

Who signed on with who in Australia's National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme? Current.com.au has the full list with all the big names in the industry.

Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

The Department must act to fix TV & PC Recycling Scheme deficiencies

With the Federal Government's National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme facing teething problems since it launched last July, there is plenty that can be done to iron out the issues and ensure its success into the future.

Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Expensive and underperforming: Teething problems hamper TV & PC Recycling Scheme

The National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme has been running for under a year, but in that time there have been accusations of missed quotas, expensive pricing and logistical failings. This special feature looks at the real story.

Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

E-Cycle Solutions gains computer recycling approval, fierce competition expected

E-Cycle Solutions has been granted co-regulatory approval to recycle computer products, in addition to TVs, under the federally mandated Television and Computer Recycling Scheme.

Mon 25/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

TV and PC recycler turns attention to polystyrene

E-Cycle Solutions, a division of QLS Group, has won a $200,000 Australian Packaging Covenenant grant for the collection and recycling of polystyrene.

Thu 07/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

E-cycling must be whole-of-life with more retailer and consumer involvement

Australia has made great in-roads in e-waste recycling, but we still have a long way to go. According to Sharp, it is up to "manufacturers and retailers alike" to promote the benefits of end-of-life recycling.

Thu 01/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

DHL, Sony and local government turn out in support for e-cycling

DHL Supply Chain opened its first e-cycling centre for the Sydney region yesterday and representatives from Sony, local council and the federal government were there to show their support for the national recycling scheme.

Fri 19/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Apple joins ANZRP for Mac, iPad and accessories recycling

Apple Australia has aligned with the Australia and New Zealand Recycling Plarform for computer hardware and peripherals recycling. This is a compulsory program to reduce the amount of hardware ending up in landfill.

Fri 12/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

DHL launches e-cycling website, plus updated scorecard

As part of its commitment to TV and PC recycling in Australia, DHL has announced the launch of a new online portal to give consumers and small businesses information about e-cycling.

Thu 11/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

First TechCollect TV and PC recycling centres open for collection

Consumers and small businesses looking to rid themselves of end-of-life televisions and computers can now drop off their obsolete products at TechCollect centres in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia.

Mon 17/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

First E-Cycle Solutions client revealed, plus updated scorecard

After yesterday revealing that approved TV recycler E-Cycle Solutions had seven clients, Current.com.au can today disclose the first of these.

Wed 22/08/2012 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 »

ANZRP signs Dell, Pioneer, NEC, Uniden and Epson amongst 16 new partners

The Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform (ANZRP) this afternoon announced the signing of 16 new members to its organisation. We have the full list and an updated scorecard of recycling appointments.

Tue 01/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

DHL to start TV and PC recycling in Canberra from 15 May 2012

DHL Supply Chain Australia is the first of the three approved E-Waste recyclers to announce a start-date and location for the collection of obsolete TVs and PC hardware, with Canberra the first Australian city to be serviced.

Mon 30/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

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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 02:00:31 / Read More »

Vintec appoints Debney Distributors as agent for SA and NT

Specialty wine cabinet brand Vintec Australia has announced a new distribution arrangement for South Australia and the Northern Territory, confirming that Debney Distributors will be acting as the company's agent for the two regions.

Tue 18/06/2013 01:56:15 / Read More »

Kmart recalls Homemaker Health Grill; fifth recall in four months

Kmart Australia has today recalled a health grill it was selling under its Homemaker brand. This is Kmart's fifth electrical product recall of 2013, and the fourth under its Homemaker house brand.

Mon 17/06/2013 05:19:43 / Read More »

Whirlpool restructure to affect 50 of the 62 staffmembers employed

A major restructure of Whirlpool Oceania's local business is set to affect as many as 50 of the company's 62-strong staff across Australia, the company's national sales manager has today confirmed.

Mon 17/06/2013 12:29:06 / Read More »

Samsung rolling out store-in-store concepts with Dick Smith

Samsung Electronics Australia is joining forces with Dick Smith Electroncs to showcase its technology products, such as its Galaxy smartphones, tablets and cameras, in a single-brand retail environment.

Mon 17/06/2013 11:52:50 / Read More »

Cream of appliance industry gathers for a winning time at Winning Appliances

Winning Appliances officially opened its flagship showroom in Redfern, Sydney last week. Current.com.au was there to capture all of the action as the who's who of the Australian appliance industry gathered to celebrate.

Thu 01/01/1970 10:00:00 / Read More »
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Sony announces pricing and availability for new Ultra HD 4K TVs

Sony Australia has announced local pricing and availability of its two new Ultra high definition TVs today, billing itself as "the first TV manufacturer to bring 55-inch and 65-inch 4K Ultra HD TVs to Australia".

Tue 11/06/2013 03:12:37 / Read More »

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Smeg unveils the Linear Smart Oven with S-Logic LED touchscreen

Having already unveiled Australia's fastest dishwasher, Smeg has today launched its first Smart Oven, cementing its position as an appliance technology pioneer.

Wed 12/06/2013 10:06:28 / 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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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 02:00:31 / Read More »

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Warmer weather a warning for retailers as seasonal slows

The Bureau of Meteorology says we can expect warmer than average days over Australia's north, south and west coasts this winter. While that's not great for seasonal appliance sales, one retailer says there are other factors at play.

Wed 12/06/2013 01:17:11 / Read More »

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The Great Debate: Front Loaders vs Top Loaders

One of the major questions that retailers are asked when a customer comes into the whitegoods department looking for a washing machine is, Front Loader or Top Loader? We ask two industry experts for their thoughts...

Thu 06/06/2013 12:57:15 / Read More »

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What is the best appliance brand in Australia?

ASKO

Breville

De'Longhi/Kenwood/Braun

Dyson

Electrolux

Fisher & Paykel

Fujitsu General

Miele

Nespresso

Smeg

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Cream of appliance industry gathers for a winning time at Winning Appliances

Winning Appliances officially opened its flagship showroom in Redfern, Sydney last week. Current.com.au was there to capture all of the action as the who's who of the Australian appliance industry gathered to celebrate.

Thu 01/01/1970 10:00:00 / Read More »

Winning Appliances embraces a new era of retail after exceptional year

Winning Group CEO John Winning has used the launch of his new appliance showroom to send a message to his competitors: we are entering a phase of "new retail" that is not based on either online or offline retailing.

Fri 14/06/2013 12:01:57 / Read More »

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 10:33:28 / Read More »

Winning Appliances CEO speech to open new flagship showroom

David Crane, CEO of Winning Appliances, thanked his retail partners for making the new flagship showroom one of the best appliance stores in the world.

Fri 14/06/2013 11:52:28 / Read More »