'I simply must have Kleenmaid appliances'
UnderCurrent was amused to see a Kleenmaid sign inside a kitchen cabinetry store in Sydney yesterday...
Thu 21/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid calls for an end to hostilities at Grand Designs Live
How long can an entire industry hold a grudge? That's the question that was being asked by company representatives today on the Kleenmaid stand at Grand Designs Live.
Fri 21/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele and Breville in front as appliances and electronics dominate Design Awards
The appliance and consumer electronics industry is once again well-represented in the list of finalists for the Australian International Design Awards. In the Consumer category, Miele and Breville each scored three nominations.
Fri 25/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid CEO defends "European Kitchen Studio" business model
Kleenmaid's new CEO has spoken to Current to defend the company's choice to sell products through a group of 21 kitchen manufacturers, rather than traditional retail stores.
Mon 27/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »A first look at products from the "Next Generation Kleenmaid"
The new incarnation of Kleenmaid launched in Sydney last week, with a range of cooking appliances on show in the company's Alexandria "Experience Centre", and a new model to sell products.
Mon 27/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »"Next generation" Kleenmaid brand to relaunch in Australia
While Kleenmaid's former directors are facing legal action, a new reincarnation of the brand has surfaced, following a buyout by a private equity group. This "next generation" of Kleenmaid is set to launch in Australia next week.
Fri 17/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid defence lawyer speaks of 'regret and suffering'
The barrister defending Andrew and Bradley Young, the disgraced former directors of Kleenmaid, has spoken exclusively to Current about the case, saying the men were "deeply regretful" about what happened to the company.
Fri 17/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid speaks after 58 charges laid over company collapse
The 3 former directors of the disgraced Kleenmaid company have appeared in court today, facing counts of fraud and failure to prevent a company incurring debt, almost 3 years after the company collapsed.
Thu 16/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid's very painful home movie
Kleenmaid is back in the news today, which reminds us of the one and only video posted to the company's YouTube account. In this video, the Young brothers talk of how painful this collapse has been for them.
Thu 16/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »How the Kleenmaid collapse happened in five stories
It's been almost three years since Kleenmaid was placed in administration. Here are five stories to remind long-standing readers of what happened and to bring our new readers up to date.
Thu 16/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid back on the shelves this weekend
It's now official, Kleenmaid will be back on the shelves this Saturday 20 February. The new Kleenmaid brand has no direct association with the disgraced company in liquidation, but is offering disgruntled customers a discounted price on its products.
Wed 17/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »A collapse, a recall and a bladeless fan dominate news in 2009
Kleenmaid went bottoms up, Dyson released the most exciting new product of the year and Electrolux recalled almost 200,000 washing machines, but none of these came close to being the top whitegoods story of the year.
Tue 22/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »'Why didn't you go after Kleenmaid', director takes on the ACCC
The director of Seal-a-Fridge, is set to take on the ACCC in a legal battle over unconscionable conduct charges. He claims the watchdog has bullied him for 4 years and spent over $200,000 to force him to plead guilty to various charges.
Thu 01/10/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Deloitte secures ASIC funding to investigate Kleenmaid insolvency
It has just been confirmed that ASIC has approved funding for Deloitte to fully investigate the collapse of disgraced white goods supplier, Kleenmaid. If proven guilty of insolvency, the directors could face five years in prison.
Fri 25/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid liquidators clear up speculation
Deloitte, the liquidator of the collapsed Kleenmaid Group, has come out and denied speculation that the Kleenmaid brand and its customer data has been sold.
Wed 02/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Deloitte responds to criticism over Kleenmaid liquidation process
The liquidator of the collapsed Kleenmaid organisation, Deloitte, has responded to claims in Current.com.au's article yesterday that the liquidation process is taking too long and the issue is going to be forgotten.
Tue 14/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »'Act now or directors will get away with it': Kleenmaid insider
EXCLUSIVE: A chartered accountant looking into the Kleenmaid collapse has spoken with Current.com.au and highlighted his concerns that the directors may go unchallenged due to a lack of involvement from liquidators Deloitte, and the ASIC.
Mon 13/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid spare parts division sold
As tipped by Current.com.au, EDIS the spare parts arm of the disgraced Kleenmaid organisation has been sold, not to mention the Kleenmaid Customer Solutions (KCS) service and maintenance business.
Wed 01/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid director auctions off luxury digs
Disgraced Kleenmaid director Andrew Young has put his luxury waterfront unit up for auction, reportedly worth around $2 million. It seems like an attempt to raise money after his collapsed business went into liquidation.
Fri 05/06/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid officially in liquidation
At the second meeting of creditors held in Brisbane yesterday morning, approximately 80 Kleenmaid creditors decided the fate of the disgraced company, deciding that liquidation was the only option.
Tue 26/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Police called in to stop Kleenmaid directors
It has been confirmed that the two dodgy directors behind the Kleenmaid collapse, Andrew and Bradley Young, were found removing documents from the company's head office. Fearing for their safety, the administrators called for police assistance.
Mon 25/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »ACCC stuff up; it could have stopped Kleenmaid four years ago
EXCLUSIVE: An ex franchisee of the Kleenmaid Group has revealed that in 2005 a group of Kleenmaid franchisees complained to the ACCC in regards to unconscionable conduct by the manufacturer. The ACCC dismissed the claims and chose not to take any action.
Wed 20/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »'Kleenmaid has ruined the integrity of the industry': Retravision store owner
The downfall of Kleenamaid has definitely angered the majority of the Australian community and according to a Retravision store owner; it has damaged the entire industries reputation.
Wed 20/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Director spent $400k on 'boat expenses' with Kleenmaid money
Amid almost 200 pages of information regarding Kleenmaid's dodgy practices, Administrator Deloitte has highlighted that among other things, director Andrew Young spent almost $400,000 on boat expenses with Kleenmaid funds.
Tue 19/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid directors' dodgy reasons for failure
Kleenmaid Directors' Andrew and Bradley Young have outlined their reasons for the businesses collapse in the recent administrator's report, obviously unsatisfied with their answers, Deloitte also issued its reasoning.
Mon 18/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid trading whilst insolvent for at least two years
Deloitte, the administrators of the collapsed Kleenmaid Group, has just released its 200 page report to creditors, where it outlines the appliances manufacturer has been trading whilst insolvent for at least two years.
Mon 18/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Administrators pump money into Kleenmaid spare parts, while creditors wait
EXCLUSIVE: Deloitte, the administrators of the collapsed Kleenmaid Group, has responded to queries that it has provided $20 million to Kleenmaid's spare parts provider, Edis Service Logistics.
Mon 11/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid director Andrew Young 'doing a runner' overseas
It has been revealed to Current.com.au by an anonymous source that one of Kleenmaid's troubled directors, Andrew Young, has apparently left the country. There are concerns that he won't return.
Thu 30/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Ex employee of Kleenmaid spare parts company tells all
Edis Service Logistics is a spare parts supplier for the Kleenmaid Group and is currently also in voluntary administration. An ex employee of the company has spoke out against the Kleenmaid Group and its suspicious trading practices.
Mon 27/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid insider reveals shocking truth of shonky management
An ex Queensland state manager of the Kleenmaid Group has revealed in an exclusive interview the down and dirty secrets of the collapsed business and the ruthless money making motives of the directors.
Fri 24/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Dodgy Kleenmaid directors compared to Alan Bond and purse snatchers
The news that Kleenmaid customers will definitely not be receiving their goods or money has really angered the community, and numerous people have been hurtling some very heavy criticism towards Andrew and Bradley Young.
Fri 24/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid meeting just confirms the bad news for disgruntled customers
The details of the official Kleenmaid creditors meeting have been released and it seems the initial news about customers not receiving goods has been confirmed.
Fri 24/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid customers won't be receiving goods
Just ahead of the creditors meeting scheduled for 10am this morning, Deloitte confirmed late yesterday afternoon that customers will not be receiving any goods even if they have put a deposit on items or paid in full.
Thu 23/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Creditors meeting announced by Kleenmaid
Kleenmaid and administrators Deloitte have announced the venue and date of the first meeting of creditors, where all creditors are invited to attend or watch the conference live via web-cast or teleconference.
Fri 17/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid directors have been 'extremely elusive' for quite some time
It seems the amount of people affected by the Kleenmaid collapse keeps growing and growing, some are even claiming they have been chasing the 'elusive' company for money well before the collapse.
Fri 17/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Complete disregard for customers at Kleenmaid
Numerous victims of the Kleenmaid fall have contacted Current.com.au over the last few days and told their stories as to how they have been left in the cold by the manufacturer and administrators.
Thu 16/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid fools high profile Melbourne home expo
Despite its dramatic fall last week, Kleenmaid is currently advertised as having a stall at this week's Home Ideas Show in Melbourne displaying its laundry products, a bold move for a company millions of dollars in debt.
Thu 16/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid Administrators still uncertain about customer deposits and goods
At a media conference this morning, Kleenmaid Group Joint Administrator John Greig has reemphasised that they are still unsure about the future of customer goods and deposits, in addition the initial breakdown of figures was released
Wed 15/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Have you been affected by the Kleenmaid collapse?
Have you been directly affected by Kleenmaid's recent announcement of voluntary administration? If so tell us your story.
Wed 15/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Staff will go and warranties won't be honoured at Kleenmaid
According to Kleenmaid Group Joint Administrator John Greig, all 150 Kleenmaid staff will be made redundant and customers will be left stranded without warranties.
Tue 14/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Kleenmaid Group enters voluntary administration
The Kleenmaid Group, responsible for various appliances in the Australian market ranging from cooking appliances to refrigeration and laundry products, has entered voluntary administration and appointed Deloitte partners as administrators.
Tue 14/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Grand Designs Live set to hit Melbourne next week
There's only one week to go until Grand Designs Live hits Melbourne for the first of two exhibitions promoting architecture and good living within the home environment.
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