Canon claims no-one sells cameras like traditional retailers
The next stage of Canon's 'No One Sees It Like You' marketing campaign is a promotion to encourage consumers to only purchase their DSLRs, compact system cameras and point-and-shoots from authorise resellers.
Wed 15/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Philips TVs back on sale from an unlikely source: Kogan
Philips TVs are back on sale in Australia; and from an unlikely source - the Kogan online store. This is the first time a third party TV brand has been sold by the rogue online retailer.
Tue 30/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »High Aussie dollar wedging Harvey Norman - time for some sympathy?
The phenomenal consistency of the dollar - at or around price parity with the US Dollar for more than two years - has been an incredible boon for some - but not Harvey Norman.
Wed 17/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Rise of grey imports leads ACCC to launch global recall website
The ACCC, in association with the OECD, has announced the launch of a new global product recalls website. The site helps consumers choose safe products online - a growing issue with the rise of grey market electrical products.
Fri 19/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Grey skies: retailers see the threat while Canon sees an opportunity
We visit with Australian Retailers Association chief Russell Zimmerman to find out how retailers can respond to a tough market and catch up with Canon director Jason McLean to hear his thoughts on how to deal with the grey market.
Mon 20/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Canon offers after-sales care as incentive to buy locally
Canon has announced a new after-sales service initiative to entice consumers to buy from legitimate local resellers, offering Canon Care Packs that go "above and beyond" the standard manufacturer's warranty.
Thu 09/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Deluxe is Hungary for appliance sales and tips on how to stop them
Major appliance suppliers and retailers take note: a Hungarian website is looking to steal your sales. Called Deluxe Appliances, and based in Budapest, this website is specifically targeting Australian consumers.
Wed 01/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Parrot Zik impresses but price hike and grey market topics fly at launch
Parrot today officially launched its new Zik wireless headphones in Sydney. In addition to some of the novel features of this Parisian audio accessory, price gouging and the grey market were discussed.
Mon 09/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Rawsons investment in Teka a new appliance industry frontier
A South Australian clicks and mortar operation, Rawsons and ApplianceSalesDirect, has commenced importing and exclusively retailing the Teka appliance brand.
Fri 06/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Tackling grey imports is a shared responsibility, claims Canon Australia
With many consumers choosing to buy their digital imaging products from overseas websites, Current.com.au spoke to Canon about the growing threat of grey imports, what it means to the retail industry and how it can be addressed.
Thu 07/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »CE Retailers use deals to lure online shoppers: so what's on offer?
Online shoppers are increasingly gravitating towards discounted deals, according to new research from technology analysts Telsyte. So just what are Australian appliance & CE retailers offering their loyal online followers?
Tue 06/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi now playing in musical instruments, but only in selected stores
JB Hi-Fi has greatly expanded its musical instruments range, which is being sold in selected stores in four states of Australia. This move is a result of the increased margin pressure being caused by price erosion in consumer electronics.
Fri 24/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »JB Hi-Fi CODB up for first time in 7 years, online booming, grey market growth
The most interesting and relevant take-outs from JB's investor briefing are here, with cost of doing business rising for the first time in seven years, online booming on back of grey growth, NOW going alpha and entry into musical instruments.
Mon 13/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »"Bigger issues at play" in DSLR direct importing: Harvey Norman
While Harvey Norman has launched a website for direct import console game sales, the head of the company's computers division said he was 'not convinced' that direct importing cameras was a wise move.
Wed 18/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Harvey Norman defends direct imports: 'consumers are demanding it'
Despite a history of rallying against online retailers, Harvey Norman launched its own direct import online store last year. The retailer has now come out to defend the move, saying it was a case of "if you can't beat them, join them".
Tue 17/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Harvey Norman MD criticises low value import "loophole"
The managing director of Harvey Norman, Katie Page, has criticised the Federal Government for not closing a GST "loophole" on online sales, despite the company launching a direct import website just one month ago.
Mon 16/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Harvey Norman launches direct import website
Just two weeks after launching its online consumer electronics and appliances website, Harvey Norman has quietly launched a website selling direct import console games, shipped from the UK.
Thu 22/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »UPDATE: Canon issues fighting words to JB Hi-Fi over grey imports
Canon is disappointed by JB Hi-Fi's decision to directly import cameras, issuing a thinly-veiled threat to move its business elsewhere if the move causes any changes in sales results.
Mon 21/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Nikon Australia's five point response to the rise of the Grey Market
So pervasive is the threat of grey imports to Nikon, the manufacturer has provided a five point guide to why purchasing its products from authorised resellers instead of parallel importers.
Mon 21/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »UPDATED: JB starts direct importing "grey market cameras"
JB Hi-Fi has a new Direct Import offering on its online store - at prices significantly lower than the 'hot prices' found elsewhere on its site - despite saying the local supply chain "supports the Australian economy and jobs".
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