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Queensland retail association collapse linked to state MP

The Queensland Retail Traders and Shopkeepers Association has applied to wind up its business due to "insolvency", amid allegations that a Queensland MP has failed to produce records for $700,000 worth of transactions at the lobby group.

Fri 19/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Gympie: Dick Smith store flooded, Betta and Harvey Norman trading normally

The Harvey Norman and Betta Home Living stores in flood-ravaged Gympie, 170 kilometres north of Brisbane, are both trading normally today while the Dick Smith Electronics outlet could be closed for weeks.

Fri 01/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Winning Appliances cuts the ribbon on new Indooroopilly store

After purchasing the former Ron Handley Retravision store in Indooroopilly last year and renovating to create a new showroom space, Winning Appliances has officially opened its newest Queensland store.

Mon 18/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Harvey Norman State of Origin showcases sponsors and tough cameras

The VB New South Wales Blues take on the AAMI Queensland XXXX Maroons in Game 2 of the Harvey Norman State of Origin brought to you by Fujifilm at Sydney's ANZ Stadium tonight. And tough cameras.

Wed 13/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Queensland Police continuing Colossal project to stem gadget theft

Queensland Police are currently targeting gadget thieves in a wide-ranging brief dubbed 'Operation Colossal'. Since the program commenced officers have charged more than 300 people with over 1,500 offences.

Tue 06/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

David Jones to open new store in "high growth" Indooroopilly

David Jones today announced it will open a new 14,200 sq.m store in south-west Brisbane in 2014. The store will be at the heart of a $450 million redevelopment in the centre, and is set to capitalise on the "high-value demography" of the area.

Wed 18/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Kelvinator brings Peak Smart air con technology to the community

Kelvinator has launched new air conditioners featuring Peak Smart technology, designed to reduce power use during peak times. As a part of a Queensland awareness program, the manufacturer has also donated units to a local charity.

Mon 16/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Best of 2011: Biggest Retail Stories of the Year

Current.com.au is winding up today, but not before we look at the retail stories that got us all talking during 2011. It was a year of new stores, new products and new ways of selling to consumers.

Thu 15/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Winning Appliances invests in Queensland with new Brisbane showroom

Winning Appliances has opened its largest showroom to date in the Brisbane suburb of Fortitude Valley. With a 2230 square-metre footprint, the retailer's ninth showroom will also include a dedicated bathroom offering.

Tue 30/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

De'Longhi in Final 20 of global tourism competition

De'Longhi Australia has been selected as one of the 20 finalists in the global Million Dollar Memo Challenge, a competition launched by Tourism Queensland as part of the state's rebuilding efforts.

Fri 12/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Retravision stores in Townsville and Ayr go into administration

Doors are set to close on two John Bradley Retravision stores in Townsville and Ayr today, following the announcement that the stores have been placed into administration.

Mon 01/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Conroy appoints digital TV officers to advise regional Queenslanders

Senator Stephen Conroy, the Minister responsible for the switchover to digital television, yesterday announced that residents of areas across regional Queensland will have access to locally-focused information on the new service.

Tue 12/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Don't DIY - New signage laws for QLD retailers

Queensland retailers and wholesalers will be required to display signage warning consumers not to 'Do It Yourself' when it comes to electrical installation, according to new laws.

Thu 09/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

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A Paragon of point of sale: Samsung's "huge investment" in retail

Samsung has big plans for retail this year, with a new point of sale concept rolling out into stores across Australia. Current sat down with Samsung's VP of consumer electronics to find out why the brand is investing so heavily in the last three feet.

Fri 24/05/2013 03:32:31 / Read More »

Tell us about your upcoming event!

After two years of embarrassing inactivity, we're starting to take our Events page seriously. Get in touch if you are organising or attending an event, conference or trade show of relevance to the industry.

Fri 24/05/2013 02:16:13 / Read More »

Pour some sugar in me: Drinking coffee the glam rock way

After nights spent slashing through mad guitar solos and defenestrating TVs in Las Vegas, every true rock star needs a pick me up in the morning. And UnderCurrent has just the thing to do the trick...

Fri 24/05/2013 11:02:01 / Read More »

A taste of Modena in Sydney: First look at the new Glem Gas showroom

Glem Gas has opened a sleek new showroom in Sydney, with plenty of space to showcase the 2013 Glem and Emilia appliance ranges, as well as a dedicated demonstration kitchen for getting hands on with the Italian products.

Fri 24/05/2013 10:26:07 / Read More »

The most out-there, unusual and eye-catching coffee machines at MICE

There's no better place to observe some unusual appliance designs that at a trade show. Here are our picks for the most eye-catching coffee machines from the Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE).

Fri 24/05/2013 09:58:12 / Read More »

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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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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A taste of Modena in Sydney: First look at the new Glem Gas showroom

Glem Gas has opened a sleek new showroom in Sydney, with plenty of space to showcase the 2013 Glem and Emilia appliance ranges, as well as a dedicated demonstration kitchen for getting hands on with the Italian products.

Fri 24/05/2013 10:26:07 / 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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Pour some sugar in me: Drinking coffee the glam rock way

After nights spent slashing through mad guitar solos and defenestrating TVs in Las Vegas, every true rock star needs a pick me up in the morning. And UnderCurrent has just the thing to do the trick...

Fri 24/05/2013 11:02:01 / 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 »