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The final blow: GAME Australia goes into liquidation

Following news that GAME is set to shut all its Australian shopfronts, the retailer's parent company has officially gone into liquidation, meaning employees can now gain access to their entitlements through the Federal Government.

Wed 20/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

End GAME: Retailer forced to close all Australian GAME stores

GAME Australia has been dealt the final blow with administrators announcing that all stores in the Australian network will be closed in the coming weeks, following the company's collapse one month ago.

Tue 19/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Retravision coverage dominates May's most read stories

Although there was interest in the collapse of Game retail stores, the relaunching of WOW! Sight & Sound and the Design Award finalists, none of these stories could break Retravision's Beatles-esque hold on the Top 5.

Mon 04/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Regional Australia to suffer in GAME collapse: Full list of store closures

Following an announcement late on Friday that the embattled retailer Game would be closing 60 of its shopfronts, administrators have released a full list of the stores that will be shut - largely in regional and rural Australia.

Mon 28/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

BREAKING: GAME will close 60 Australian stores, 281 staff to go

The administrators of GAME Australia have announced the closure of two thirds of the retailer's Australian shopfronts, with more than half of the company's total staff to be made redundant.

Fri 25/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Buyers in the wings as future of GAME waits to be decided

The administrators of the embattled retailer GAME Australia have confirmed they have received "various expressions of interest" from parties interested in taking over the business.

Thu 24/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Game staff members are being supported through tough times

Although times are tough for Game Australia, staff members on the shop floor say they've received a great deal of support during the administration process, both from concerned customers and the company itself.

Thu 17/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

"What a joke": Customers cry foul over GAME store credit scheme

Following GAME's collapse on Monday, many customers have felt shortchanged. Stories are emerging of customers trading in consoles, only to receive meagre vouchers which require them to spend more in-store to satisfy strict redemption rules.

Wed 16/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

UPDATED: The GAME fallout - Where do customers stand?

Following news yesterday that GAME has gone into voluntary administration, many consumers have been left fuming. What are your rights? Current.com.au has combed through the fine print and legalities to give you all the details on the fallout...

Tue 15/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Game Australia goes into administration: 500 jobs in 92 stores at risk

Following the collapse of its UK parent company less than 2 months ago, Game Australia has filed for administration. While administrators say it is "business as usual", doubts surround the fate of the company's 500 staff.

Mon 14/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Game Australia still gaming despite Game UK's game over

Leading video game retailer Game Australia has issued a statement essentially declaring that it is business as usual for the local chain despite the UK head office filing for administration.

Fri 23/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

GAME over: UK retailer files for administration, 93 Australian stores at risk

The UK parent company of Game has filed for administration, issuing a statement saying there is "no equity value left" in the company. It is unsure how the Australian subsidiary will be affected, with 93 stores facing an uncertain future.

Thu 22/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

UK's Game Group may collapse, Australian Game retail chain in doubt

The UK retailer Game Group, parent company of the Game retail chain in Australia, is running the risk of collapse. As it fails to source popular new release games and its share price tanks, the Australian subsidiary's future is in doubt.

Tue 13/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

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A Paragon of point of sale: Samsung's "huge investment" in retail

Samsung has big plans for retail this year, with a new point of sale concept rolling out into stores across Australia. Current sat down with Samsung's VP of consumer electronics to find out why the brand is investing so heavily in the last three feet.

Fri 24/05/2013 03:32:31 / Read More »

Tell us about your upcoming event!

After two years of embarrassing inactivity, we're starting to take our Events page seriously. Get in touch if you are organising or attending an event, conference or trade show of relevance to the industry.

Fri 24/05/2013 02:16:13 / Read More »

Pour some sugar in me: Drinking coffee the glam rock way

After nights spent slashing through mad guitar solos and defenestrating TVs in Las Vegas, every true rock star needs a pick me up in the morning. And UnderCurrent has just the thing to do the trick...

Fri 24/05/2013 11:02:01 / Read More »

A taste of Modena in Sydney: First look at the new Glem Gas showroom

Glem Gas has opened a sleek new showroom in Sydney, with plenty of space to showcase the 2013 Glem and Emilia appliance ranges, as well as a dedicated demonstration kitchen for getting hands on with the Italian products.

Fri 24/05/2013 10:26:07 / Read More »

The most out-there, unusual and eye-catching coffee machines at MICE

There's no better place to observe some unusual appliance designs that at a trade show. Here are our picks for the most eye-catching coffee machines from the Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE).

Fri 24/05/2013 09:58:12 / 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 12:20:06 / Read More »
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Launch of LG Ultra HD and Curved OLED proves brand is 'category captain'

LG Electronics today unveiled its 2013 range of television products, including a Curved OLED TV, new Ultra HD models in smaller sizes at more affordable price points, and new LED LCD and plasma TVs.

Wed 01/05/2013 04:55:02 / Read More »

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A taste of Modena in Sydney: First look at the new Glem Gas showroom

Glem Gas has opened a sleek new showroom in Sydney, with plenty of space to showcase the 2013 Glem and Emilia appliance ranges, as well as a dedicated demonstration kitchen for getting hands on with the Italian products.

Fri 24/05/2013 10:26:07 / 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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Pour some sugar in me: Drinking coffee the glam rock way

After nights spent slashing through mad guitar solos and defenestrating TVs in Las Vegas, every true rock star needs a pick me up in the morning. And UnderCurrent has just the thing to do the trick...

Fri 24/05/2013 11:02:01 / Read More »

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Sunbeam turning beds into the Bahamas in radio spot

Sunbeam is electrifying the airwaves this week to promote its Sleep Perfect heated blanket range, buying media across the leading FM channels in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide.

Tue 21/05/2013 09:37:29 / Read More »

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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 03:48:15 / 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

Other


RETAIL NEWS

Myer's gastropodous growth continues, omnichannel still a focus

Department store Myer, a bedrock for the small appliance categories, has achieved its fourth straight quarter of comparable sales growth, registering a 0.4 per cent uptick for the third quarter of FY2013.

Wed 22/05/2013 11:53:34 / Read More »

Furniture the standout as Radio Rentals reports strong results

Thorn Group Limited, parent company of Radio Rentals, today announced its full year results, with the group reporting an 8 per cent increase in revenues, and healthy growth thanks to the furniture category and new Apple products.

Tue 21/05/2013 10:13:56 / Read More »

Harvey Norman to sell Lismore property, but building plans are 'halted'

Harvey Norman is selling its Lismore shopfront in a bid to find larger premises, but despite the retailer's strengths in property, Gerry Harvey said the company won't build a new store as its retail division has "come to a halt".

Mon 20/05/2013 01:22:39 / Read More »

Waitrose moves a step closer to Australian launch, John Lewis to follow?

Leading British supermarket chain Waitrose is making tentative plans to enter the Australian market, at least in some capacity, prompting speculation that department store John Lewis could be following.

Fri 17/05/2013 10:11:55 / Read More »