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New products, categories and jobs: Fisher & Paykel outlines bold expansion plan

Fisher & Paykel's new identity as a fully owned subsidiary of Haier is beginning to take shape. Earlier today, the company released a media statement - almost a mission statement - outlining its bold plans for expansion.

Thu 28/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Panasonic New Zealand set to leave Narta buying group

Panasonic's New Zealand subsidiary is set to leave the Narta buying group in order to focus on the "individual needs" of its retailers. Despite the change, the Australian business is still committed to Narta according to MD Steve Rust.

Mon 25/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Harvey Norman killing off Norman Ross brand in New Zealand

Fairfax NZ is today reporting that Harvey Norman is phasing out the Norman Ross brand in New Zealand. There are currently three Norman Ross stores in New Zealand.

Wed 20/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Samsung New Zealand relocating head office

Samsung Electronics' New Zealand head office is set to move to new premises in Northcote, Auckland, on 18 August 2012.

Thu 09/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Laser appoints new NZ country manager as part of restructure

Laser Corporation has announced the appointment of a new country manager for New Zealand, as it looks to restructure its business in that country during the company's 25th anniversary year.

Wed 20/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Breville top smalls brand in NZ thanks to new "food thinking strategy"

UPDATED: Breville is celebrating a win in New Zealand with the brand announcing that it has taken out the top position in the small appliance category, according to GfK sales value data for 2011.

Tue 21/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Which way to glory? GPS navigation for Rugby World Cup fans

Rugby fans rejoice - Australian mapping company MetroView Systems (provider of maps to the Navig8r brand of GPS devices) has launched a Rugby World Cup-specific navigation app for New Zealand cities.

Fri 23/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Hagemeyer outsources NZ distribution for Blanco and Omega

Endurance Distributors is set to take over the New Zealand distribution of Hagemeyer Appliances brands Blanco and Omega.

Mon 16/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Whirlpool still there for NZ customers even if its products aren't

Whirlpool has pledged to maintain support for its New Zealand customers even though the company is no longer selling its products in their country.

Mon 31/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Unhappy JB Hi-Fi employees stage further protests in New Zealand

JB Hi-Fi workers in New Zealand have implemented their second round of industrial action in the last three weeks, with rallies at the Wellington and Auckland stores held on Saturday.

Mon 03/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

JB boss discusses Hill and Stewart closures in New Zealand

According to JB Hi-Fi CEO, Richard Uechtritz, the company's Hill and Stewart branded stores are in the process of closing down or have been closed throughout New Zealand.

Tue 12/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Australia's top retail salespeople compete for a trip to NZ

Panasonic Australia has just launched its 2009 trade promotion, 'LUMIX - Shoot for New Zealand', where the top 100 performing salespeople from around Australia will win a great photographic opportunity in New Zealand.

Thu 26/03/2009 12:00:00 / 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 »

HIA Home Show gets a taste of Switzerland with V-Zug

After a run in Melbourne in April, the HIA Home Show has arrived in Sydney with builders, designers, specifiers and consumers turning out in force today for the second day of the exhibition.

Fri 17/05/2013 12:53:25 / 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 »

ASKO drops whitegoods prices for May Sale

Swedish major appliance brand ASKO is bringing back its May Sale in 2013 offering discounts of between $100 and $200 on its range of dishwashers, washing machines and dryers.

Fri 17/05/2013 09:55:31 / Read More »

Retailers encouraged to learn more about changes to workplace relations

The Australian Retailers Association is holding Employment Relations Briefings in Sydney and Melbourne next week to educate retailers and staff on changes in the workplace relations field.

Thu 16/05/2013 02:25:47 / Read More »

Samsung NX300 camera puts Usain in the campaign

Samsung has recruited Usain Bolt to promote its new NX300 interchangeable lens camera, with the World's Fastest Man set to appear in retail stores across the country in a dynamic marketing campaign.

Thu 16/05/2013 11:11:00 / 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 'Sage by Heston Blumenthal' brand for the Brits

The Breville Group has today revealed its new United Kingdom brand name will be 'Sage by Heston Blumenthal'. Sixteen small appliances from Breville's range will be released on 21 May 2013 through of variety of retailers.

Mon 13/05/2013 01:30:32 / Read More »

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Weathering winter sales: Sunbeam talks seasonal appliances

With the start of winter just over two weeks away, retailers are starting to think about heating. Although seasonal can be a difficult category to sell, Sunbeam says there are ways to boost sales, no matter what the weather is doing.

Tue 14/05/2013 02:41:28 / Read More »

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ASKO drops whitegoods prices for May Sale

Swedish major appliance brand ASKO is bringing back its May Sale in 2013 offering discounts of between $100 and $200 on its range of dishwashers, washing machines and dryers.

Fri 17/05/2013 09:55:31 / Read More »

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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 »

Retailers encouraged to learn more about changes to workplace relations

The Australian Retailers Association is holding Employment Relations Briefings in Sydney and Melbourne next week to educate retailers and staff on changes in the workplace relations field.

Thu 16/05/2013 02:25:47 / Read More »

Panasonic reaching out to sales staff on national roadshow

The sales and marketing teams at Panasonic is currently pounding the pavement around Australia as it embarks on a full service retail roadshow.

Thu 16/05/2013 09:32:29 / Read More »

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 04:53:55 / Read More »