Miele co-owner talks about latest range coming at IFA 2013
Dr Reinhard Zinkann provides a preview of what the retailers and consumers can expect from Miele at the 2013 IFA exhibition and conference, to be held in Berlin in early September.
Mon 20/05/2013 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 »Nespresso offers limited edition trips to Trieste and Napoli
Continental coffee fans take note: Nespresso has introduced two limited edition 'Grand Cru' coffees and one permanent new flavour for the enjoyment of Club Members on their De'Longhi benchtop or Miele integrated machines.
Mon 15/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Relaxx'xing night for Harvey Norman staff at Bosch bagless vacuum launch
Bosch last night held the second event in its national roadshow to launch the new Relaxx'x range of bagless vacuum cleaners.
Thu 11/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Premium US retailer Williams-Sonoma to open first Australian stores next month
Upmarket American homewares retailer Williams-Sonoma will open its first Australian stores in Sydney in May 2013. In addition to this outlet, company will also open Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids and West Elm stores.
Fri 05/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele previews Generation 6000 to Australian retailers in Germany
Miele has invited a select group of key Chartered Agents to Germany this week to preview the next Generation 6000 series of cooking appliances, due in Australia from the fourth quarter of this year. Current.com.au looks at the range...
Thu 28/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »We want your views on the industry (and you'll get some free PR)
Whether it's in private emails, on the phone, in person or in the comments box at the bottom of every article, our readers have a lot of interesting - often controversial - things to say about the retail appliance and electronics sector.
Mon 25/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele on channel managers: "It's a much better system"
With several major appliance brands restructuring their sales teams over the last few months, Miele has spoken up about its shift to a team of channel-specific sales managers, saying it has helped the brand get closer to its retailers
Mon 18/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele talks up successful chef and festival partnerships at Taste of Sydney
As an official sponsor of the Taste of Sydney food festival, Miele had a strong presence at the show's opening last night. The brand used the evening to appeal to foodies and to show off its partnership with renowned chef Shannon Bennett.
Fri 15/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Sharp kicks off Taste of Sydney festival with 2nds World promotion
Sharp was busy showcasing its range at the Taste of Sydney festival last night, with a little help from former MasterChef star Julia Taylor. The brand is also running a promotion on its refrigerators and microwaves in conjunction with 2nds World.
Fri 15/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Ilve to launch first refrigerator range and open supply to The Good Guys
Ilve will be catering to more customers with more products in 2013, including supply to The Good Guys to replace Clive Peeters and a new refrigeration range so consumers can purchase the complete kitchen from one brand.
Thu 07/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »After 84 years with Retravision, Cairns now has a Betta option
William and Leonie Kennedy, owners of a Retravision store that has operated for over 80 years in Cairns, and their daugher Janelle have completed the transition to Betta Stores Limited.
Thu 21/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »The Sleeping Giant: IKEA appliances and electrical retail competition
With 7 stores in Australia, IKEA may not seem like a threat to traditional electrical retailers. But its comprehensive appliance range, no frills approach and complete store offering could be set to bring more consumers over to the Swedish way.
Mon 18/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Family retailer Newtons says 'thanks' to its suppliers with Christmas party
Family-owned Brisbane appliance retailer Newtons recently hosted a Christmas party for its supplier partners. The store, which will be celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2013, wanted to thanks its business partners for their support during 2012.
Thu 20/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »New ASKO MD confirms organisational restructure, entry to cooking category
In preparation for releasing a new range of integrated cooking appliances, ASKO managing director Crt Prasnikar has undertaken an organisational restructure, switching from a network of state managers to a category manager system.
Tue 18/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Editor's Picks for Best Appliances of 2012: sucked, slurped and stalked
The November issue of Appliance Retailer magazine includes the annual Editor's Picks for Best Appliances of 2012. We'll be featuring these winners over the coming days as we build up to honour the 2012 Appliance of the Year. Here is Part Four.
Tue 20/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Whirlpool demonstrates cooking commitment with appointment
In line with plans to expand its presence in the cooking category, Whirlpool Australia has announced the appointment of a new product manager to head up its cooking division.
Wed 14/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »New Appliance Retailer magazine is one of the best ever
The November issue of Appliance Retailer magazine is now in the marketplace and it's an absolute cracker! With almost 100 pages of news, features and commentary, the latest AR is one of the best issues in the magazine's 18-year history.
Mon 05/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele's Global MD reveals chartered agency system saved Australian business
The agency system used by Miele to sell its appliances saved the company's Australian business. This revelation was made by Miele's global head and MD Dr Reinhard Zinkann in an interview in the November issue of Appliance Retailer.
Mon 29/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG takes Stock as former Miele manager joins commercial team
LG Electronics Australia has announced a new addition to its commercial air conditioning sales team, appointing a former Miele state sales manager as national dealer sales manager for the category.
Mon 15/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Fisher & Paykel's new Companion Series a magnet for Grand Designs fans
Fisher & Paykel's new Companion Series of design-focused integrated major kitchen appliances was a star attraction at Grand Designs Live in Melbourne last weekend.
Tue 25/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele opens Grand Designs Live with new sales lead iPad system
An enormous Herb Wall and iPad activity join some very stylish appliances at Miele's Grand Designs Live stand. Miele hosted the official launch this morning, with the show expecting a lot of visitors over the weekend.
Fri 21/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Countdown to IFA: Stay tuned for exclusive news as it happens
The official launch of the IFA trade show in Berlin is just days away, and suppliers, buyers and industry leaders have begun converging on the city in preparation for the show. We'll be there on the ground with all the news as it happens.
Mon 27/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Siemens and Miele go head to head over washing machine technology
When Siemens' launched a new washing machine this week with automatic detergent dosing, Current.com.au was reminded of a very similar machine from Miele. We asked the two brands to defend their 'unique' technology.
Fri 03/08/2012 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 »First look at Miele's 'chilled out' IFA 2012 appliance lounge
As Miele prepares for its fifth appearance at the IFA appliance trade show in Berlin this year, Current.com.au takes a first look at the brand's stylish display, including the dedicated 'chill out' space for trade visitors.
Thu 26/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Full list of winners from the 2012 Australian International Design Awards
The Deepsea Challenger Submarine used by James Cameron to plumb the depths of the Mariana Trench won the top award, while there were also nods for Breville, Philips, Samsung, Tefal and Miele.
Fri 20/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Design Language: The Fall and Rise of the Australian International Design Awards
In this special feature, we look at the history of Australian International Design Awards. From the height of fashion in the 1960s to its 1990s malaise, the Design Awards have had a rocky existence.
Thu 19/07/2012 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 »Last chance for tickets to the 2012 Design Awards
Tickets have almost sold out for the 2012 Australian International Design Awards, according to Good Design Australia, the company that organises the gala event.
Thu 05/07/2012 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 »Canstar surveys dishwasher brands and curious consumer behaviour
Canstar Blue has released the results of its latest consumer satisfaction survey, polling Australians on their preferred brand of dishwasher and the kinds of curious items consumers wash in their appliance.
Wed 30/05/2012 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 »Frequency of use is the key to selling the right dishwasher
The latest edition of Appliance Retailer chats to dishwasher salespeople to find out what consumers are looking for when purchasing a unit from this $320 million category.
Tue 08/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Nespresso tops satisfaction survey, questions raised over validity
Nespresso has pipped its local machine partner De'Longhi to take top spot in Canstar Blue's survey of coffee machine satisfaction. The sample of this survey was so small, however, that its validity is in question.
Thu 26/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Smeg trumps Miele in dishwasher speed war
The EuroCucina kitchen and bathroom appliance fair in Milan, Italy, was the scene of a dishwasher speed battle overnight, with both Smeg and Miele claiming new records for turbo cycles in their dishwashers.
Wed 18/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Winning Appliances vs Pro Forma suppliers
John Winning, CEO of Winning Appliances, has hit out at the pro forma system of selling, saying that some of the companies operating this system are not as interested in customer service as they should be.
Fri 23/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele boosts 2012 rangehood series with slick new designs
Miele has launched its 2012 collection of rangehoods, with a series of different designs to suit different kitchens, as well as a few stand-out hero products that offer a more creative take on the conventional kitchen extractor fan.
Wed 18/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »If you build it, they will come: E&S Trading finds success in Geelong
Since opening a new showroom in Geelong, managing director Rob Sinclair said E&S Trading has found great success in the regional hub, providing a service that locals were previously missing out on.
Fri 13/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Five star Dyson dominated vacuum cleaner satisfaction survey
Dyson has scored a perfect five stars across every consumer satisfaction touch point Canstar Blue surveys, comfortably winning the gong for Most Satisfied Customers amongst vacuum cleaner suppliers.
Mon 05/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele goes for a clean look with dishwasher range refresh
Miele has refreshed its dishwasher range with new G 4000 and G 5000 models, offering a new feature set, improved water efficiency and operating volumes comparable to "the rustling of leaves in a gentle breeze".
Tue 15/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Form follows function: Miele talks up the success of the Combi Steam Oven
Following the success of Grand Designs Live, Current.com.au spoke to the product marketing manager of Miele Galleries, Thorsten Kissel, about the strengths of Miele appliances and the "show pony" of the range.
Wed 26/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele goes green at Grand Designs Live with appliances & a herb wall
Grand Designs Live got underway in Sydney today, with Miele on hand to show off its appliances (and a wall stocked with herb pots), all in a bid to talk about greener living.
Fri 21/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele and Philips set to excite renovators at Grand Designs Live
Kevin McCloud fans rejoice! Grand Designs Live is set to open in Sydney tomorrow, offering renovators and builders the chance to test out Miele appliances and talk tech in Philips' House of the Future.
Thu 20/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele goes Supertronic with latest washer and dryer release
Miele has boosted its washer and dryer line-up with new additions to the range featuring Supertronic technology.
Thu 06/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele Australia number one market outside Germany with 10% sales growth
The Australian subsidiary of appliance manufacturer Miele saw a 10 per cent growth in sales last financial year - the biggest result outside of Miele's German homeland.
Thu 25/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele releases first benchtop automatic coffee machine range
Miele has officially launched its two new benchtop automatic espresso coffee machines: the CM Series.
Fri 22/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »F&P, Dyson, Nokia and Sony most trusted brands by category
Fisher & Paykel, Dyson, Nokia and Sony are the most trusted brands in their categories, according to research conducted by McCrindle Research set to be published by Reader's Digest.
Wed 20/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Design Awards reveals hostess and arts patron
The 2011 Australian International Design Awards have revealed that comedian Julia Morris will host this year's ceremony, which will be attended by guest of honour, Victorian Premier and Arts Minister Ted Baillieu.
Fri 10/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Steam and induction the focus for Miele's latest kitchen release
Miele has today released a new combi steam oven and a new range of induction cooktops. Take a look at what Miele hopes will be the future of safe, smart cooking.
Mon 16/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Mother's Day just two sleeps away
There's only one more full shopping day left before Mother's Day, with suppliers and retailers both looking for a surge at the till tomorrow.
Fri 06/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Multiple appliance brands in contention for 2011 AIDA accolades
An abundance of suppliers across smalls, whitegoods, browngoods, digital and floorcare products are in the running for the Australian International Design Awards. From Bush to Breville, Kenwood to Samsung and Dyson to Smeg...
Wed 27/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung wins for TV and Miele for laundry at Choice Awards
Miele, Samsung and eBay picked up awards last night at the 2011 Choice Awards.
Fri 01/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele mixes baby care and knives in steamy new promotion
Miele Australia has today announced a set of promotions to support its steam oven appliances in the lead-up to Mother's Day. Depending on a consumer's spend, they could pick up a baby care pack, some knives or a lot of knives.
Mon 28/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele ramps up value adds to support new laundry appliances
Miele Australia has launched its 2011 laundry ranges: the W 5000 and T 8000 series. In what is shaping as a super competitive year for laundry, Miele has also announced a comprehensive retail trade support program.
Thu 24/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele officially opens new Sydney gallery, showcases its support of agents
With at least one gallery in every mainland capital, Miele is determined to showcase its products to as many consumers as possible. Last night was the launch of its new showroom in its biggest market.
Wed 23/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Judgement day for electrical retailers and suppliers
We speak with Canstar Blue's head of research about measuring consumer brand satisfaction, from electrical retailers to appliance and digital device suppliers, and why retailers were one of the first to be judged.
Mon 21/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Kambo comments on new Bosch and Siemens showroom and its impact on Miele
The King of the West, Peter Kambouris, talks to Current.com.au about the new Bosh and Siemens (BSH) home appliance showroom in Perth and the differences between the two German brands in Australia and globally.
Mon 14/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Maggie Beer and Miele in MasterClass for Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
Australian culinary legend Maggie Beer is teaming up with Miele and the 2011 Melbourne Food and Wine Festival in a hands on MasterClass this weekend.
Tue 08/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele promotes its greener side
Showcasing kitchen appliances in ways that allow consumers to interact directly with the products is a popular marketing tool that suppliers are making good use of. The "Forever Better" company displays its green side at The Rocks, Sydney.
Fri 18/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung joins corporate Australia in flood relief
As flood news ceases to swamp network and newspaper coverage, Samsung is following Miele and Fujitsu General's suit by joining corporate Australia in support of Queensland's flood victims with a generous product donation.
Tue 25/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele makes first whitegoods donation for Ipswich
The gift of washers and dryers to Ipswich by whitegoods specialist Miele has been gratefully received by the council who is struggling to deal with the residents of 3,000 homes that were inundated last week.
Thu 20/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Fishy times indeed for Fisher & Paykel
The Sydney Seafood Cooking School is making great use of its Fisher & Paykel appliances, with cooktops, ovens, refrigerators and rangehoods on display to thousands of novice gourmets every year.
Thu 09/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »What discounting? Miele releases $16,000 freezer (image)
Price erosion has been the 2010 bugbear of retailers and suppliers, but Miele is once again setting fantastic new benchmarks when it comes to premium pricing.
Mon 06/12/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele releases new limited edition vacuum cleaner
Did you know there are almost twice as many Miele vacuums as there are Australians? That's right: Miele has made 40 million vacuums — and there's a new one to celebrate.
Tue 30/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Canon, Panasonic and Miele get consumer tick of approval
Miele has cleaned up in the dishwasher category while Canon and Panasonic have come in first equal for compact cameras in Canstar Blue's recent spate of consumer satisfaction surveys.
Thu 25/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele adds moisture feature to mid-range oven
Up-featuring has been a popular way for suppliers to engage consumers in this year's competitive market. Navman added over a dozen to its new navigator, Breville's mixer now offers an ice cream maker and now Miele is getting involved.
Mon 22/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Whitegoods retailers benefit as home renovation goes gangbusters
Winning Appliances managing director, John Murphy, said the company has been "fairly bullish" in the second half of this year, driven by strong consumer commitment to house renovations.
Mon 08/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele launches gift-with-purchase promotion and cuts certain RRPs
In typical Miele fashion, the appliance maker has announced a choice selection of spring time promotions in an effort to support their chartered agents.
Mon 11/10/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele prepares to launch new products to Australian retailers (videos)
In these exclusive videos taken at IFA 2010, three new Miele products are demonstrated - the new CM5 fully automatic coffee machine, the new Auto Dos front loading washing machine and the S6 vaccum cleaner with velvet texture.
Wed 08/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele owner sends 'thank you' to Australian retailers
The co-owner of Miele, Dr Reinhard Zinkann, has sent a personal video message from IFA in Berlin via Current.com.au to the Australian market which now represents the company's largest subsidiary outside its domestic market.
Wed 08/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »TV prices aren't the only things falling
The recent recall of over 131,000 TV wall mount brackets in the United States has led an Australian company to urge more caution be taken when purchasing TV wall brackets.
Thu 02/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele once again hitting high price points with freestanding fridge range
Miele has once again demonstrated its commitment to increasing average sales prices, introducing its new range of freestanding refrigerators for those consumers who want the best no matter the cost.
Thu 19/08/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele announces package sales on its kitchen and laundry appliances
Miele Australia has been providing chartered agents more promotions than ever before, with new bonus offers introduced every couple of months.
Mon 02/08/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele goes large on refrigeration: 'our service is better than yours'
Miele has gone on the front foot today, declaring its refrigeration after sales service to be unequalled in the Australian market.
Tue 13/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele recruits new account manager from major rival
Miele Australia has recently appointed former Asko account executive Rebecca Lee to the role of account manager for Western Sydney.
Mon 12/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Design Investment vs Cheap Chinese Knockoffs: an emerging struggle
COMMENT: As more and more companies choose to source cheap, copycat products from China, the emphasis on new designs and research and development has rescinded. Thankfully, some companies are persisting, writes editor Patrick Avenell.
Mon 05/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele releases super-premium $1,000 vacuum
Miele has today announced the release of its new RRP $999 vacuum cleaner, which is claims is unrivalled in today's floorcare market.
Mon 31/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele launches wide ranging promotional campaign
Miele Australia has announced a number of new bonus offers for consumers. Throughout April and May, Miele will run a number of promotions across laundry, dishwashers, cooktop/rangehood combinations, coffee machines and fridges.
Wed 31/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele Australia on track to fulfil its $300 million promise
Miele Australia managing director Michael Jeanes said it back in 2006 and now premium domestic appliance manufacturer, Miele, is on track to increase its turnover to AUD $300 million in the Australian and New Zealand region by the end of 2009.
Thu 05/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele reports record growth in Australia and New Zealand
Miele has reported record sales in the local region and attributes the growth to substantial recent investments in local infrastructure and support systems.
Wed 21/10/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele's new promotion filters through competition
Miele Australia has just announced a new promotion where customers who purchase select models in Miele's S5 range of vacuum cleaners will receive a bonus Active HEPA filter.
Wed 29/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele: Australians won't be getting it upright
Miele Australia has told Current.com.au that it has no immediate plans to introduce its new upright vacuum cleaner to the Australian market.
Tue 14/10/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele MD declares - We need a strong trade show in Germany
Miele co-owner Dr Reinhard Zinkann has described the IFA exhibition which now displays whitegoods and consumer electronics as one of the world's most important trade events and has also said a strong European trade fair is essential.
Wed 03/09/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele owner to visit Australia in 2009
The co-owner of Miele, Dr Markus Miele, will visit Australia in the first half of 2009 to inspect the substantial investment the company has made in the local market including state showrooms, state offices and logistics.
Tue 02/09/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele owner congratulates Australian subsidiary after double digit growth
The co-owner of Miele, Dr Markus Miele, congratulated the local subsidiary for generating double digit percentage growth over the last 12 months in an exclusive interview with Current.com.au at the IFA trade exhibition.
Mon 01/09/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele opens new Melbourne gallery, more cities to come
Miele has today opened its new South Melbourne gallery, with two new gallery openings scheduled over the next two weeks. This gallery is the second Victorian gallery, with the first being at the head office in Knoxfield.
Tue 12/08/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele announce H5000 series of kitchen appliances
Miele has today announced their new H5000 series of ovens and cooking appliances. Included in this series is a range of ovens, coffee machines, microwaves and a warming drawer.
Wed 25/06/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele staff celebrate working as one to achieve $450 million sales
All Miele Australia and Miele New Zealand employees and their partners were invited to meet in Canberra on April 12 and 13 to celebrate being part of the international Miele family.
Tue 15/04/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele Australia aims for $450 million turnover with new marketing resources
Miele Australia has added staff to its marketing department in order to achieve the company's ambitions to grow the business to a turnover of at least $450 million by 2010.
Thu 13/12/2007 12:00:00 / Read More »Miele muses six new global subsidiaries by 2009
The managing director of Miele, Dr Markus Miele, has confirmed he plans to open up to six new subsidiaries over the next two years including Brazil and Argentina as well as the sleeping giant India.
Wed 07/11/2007 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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