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GfK thanks electrical industry for winning radio ratings

GfK Retail & Technology claims it would not have won the radio ratings contract in Australia held by Nielsen for the last 66 years without the electrical retailing industry.

Wed 20/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Industry divided as Apple, Microsoft and Adobe are called before Parliament

Tech giants Apple, Microsoft and Adobe have been summoned to Canberra to appear before parliamentary inquiry investigating price differences between technology products sold in Australia and overseas.

Mon 11/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

GfK Temax report: Small appliances offer a ray of light

Despite declines in the consumer electronics and IT categories of retail, GfK's quarterly Temax report has found that appliances are still bringing sales into retail stores.

Tue 27/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

GfK Temax report: CE and IT paint a grim picture for retailers

GfK has released its quarterly Temax report for the Australian electrical retail industry and, while it was a mixed picture, there were significant declines in the consumer electronics and IT categories.

Tue 27/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Sales Talk: Pro forma perfoming while price erosion is biting

In the second part of our Mid-Year Report Card series, we find out how ASKO Appliances' new pro forma model is going and gain insights into sales and trends from the managing director of GfK Australia.

Tue 07/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Bumper July issue of Appliance Retailer packed with insights and exclusives

The July 2012 issue of Appliance Retailer magazine is now available - and it's packed with great features and stories.

Wed 04/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Intel backs Ultrabook innovation to prevent PC margin doom similar to TVs

Constant innovation in the notebook PC category will prevent price erosion and value decline, ensuring this segment does not replicate the catastrophe that has beset flat panel TVs over the last decade, according to Intel's local GM.

Wed 06/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

View from the top: Sunbeam small appliances are a sales winner

Sunbeam found success in small appliances last year, with the brand ranking number one in 14 of the categories in which it operates, both in sales value and volume.

Mon 05/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

House brand TVs destroying margins, 3D and IPTV growing in popularity

The uptake of private label, or 'house brand', flat panel TVs is destroying average sales prices and margins, but the growing popularity of new features is beginning to offset these losses.

Thu 21/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

PC sales value up despite general CE decline

Personal Computer sales have bucked the trend of decreased sales values in consumer electronics over the year, according to the most recent Canon Consumer Digital Lifestyle Index, released yesterday.

Wed 25/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Online retailers irrelevant, with discounting blamed for TV sales disaster

Online trading is not responsible for a loss of TV sales revenue at retail level, according to a report released today. Aggressive price discounting has led to a $353 million decline in comparative sales value over six month.

Tue 24/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Sony recruits Dell marketer, hits out at 'confusing' discounting

The man chosen as Sony's new apex marketer has wasted no time criticising the pervasive discounting in consumer electronics. He says it's confusing and leads to poor customers experiences.

Mon 23/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Young adults hang up with the landline, VoIP to the rescue?

In a modern world run by people on the move it's no wonder consumers are shifting away from fixed-line devices in favour of mobile communication. But is all dead and gone for the landline category? Uniden's Brad Hales comments on this, and the NBN.

Fri 19/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Apple has sold almost 200,000 iPads since launch, more predicted

UPDATED: Apple has sold just under 200,000 iPads in Australia since launch, with market analyst GfK predicting that more and more will be sold over the next 12 months.

Tue 26/10/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Price erosion the only downside to World Cup TV sales

World Cup TV sales data has revealed three key trends in the flat panel TV market: LCD is only slightly more popular than plasma, Full HD is not totally pervasive and average sales prices have dropped significantly.

Fri 16/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Hybrid products not a threat to traditional camera market, claims insider

Consumers are looking for quality outcomes from their imaging products, meaning the various camera categories will continue to grow as new technology is released, according to the man responsible for the #1 brand in the category.

Mon 29/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Countdown is on to the ERAs 2009, the voting begins

The countdown to the 2009 Electrical Retailing Awards (ERAs), in conjunction with the GfK Australia awards, is on with the retail judging panel soon to be casting votes on the industry's best suppliers.

Tue 24/02/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

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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 »

Coffee lovers get first look at Breville Nespresso capsule machines

Consumers and retailers alike have had a chance to see the new range of Breville and Nespresso co-branded portioned coffee machines on show in Melbourne today, before the range hits stores from next month.

Thu 23/05/2013 04:22:04 / Read More »

Vacuums and seasonal big drivers of smalls growth: GfK Temax

Despite an overall decline in value of the Australian electrical retail market, there is big value to be found in the small appliances department according to new research from GfK Retail and Technology.

Thu 23/05/2013 11:24:34 / Read More »

GfK Temax report: Bright points on horizon despite market decline

The latest GfK Temax report on the state of the Australian CE and appliance markets is a mixed bag - while there has been a decline in sales, there are still categories that are going strong. Here's our wrap up of the winners and losers.

Thu 23/05/2013 10:21:52 / 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 03:48:15 / Read More »

Magellan offering free Summit Series maps and discount on eXplorist range

Magellan has announced a promotions program to support its eXplorist range of personal navigation devices. The offers involve free maps and a discount off the RRP.

Wed 22/05/2013 01:17:29 / 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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Inside the HIA Sydney Home Show: Image Gallery

While the builders and specifiers were out in force at the HIA Sydney Home Show today, there were also plenty of appliance brands showing off their wares.

Fri 17/05/2013 01:07:32 / 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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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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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


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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 »