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Samsung partners with Wallabies, Test Rugby & Super Rugby

Samsung has announced it will partner with the Qantas Wallabies until 2015, in a deal that includes match signage, digital rights and player appearances, all aimed at "intensifying" the brand's relationship with consumers.

Wed 06/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Rugby rivalry spills over into Vodafone dominion battle

The Rugby World Cup rivalry between the Wallabies and the All Blacks has divided Vodafone, with the Australian and New Zealand offices of the global telco giant providing some amusing banter on Twitter yesterday.

Mon 10/10/2011 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 »

Happiness one of mixed emotions for BlackBerry MD at Rugby World Cup

Research In Motion, manufacturer of BlackBerry devices, is happy with how things are going over at the 2011 Rugby World Cup. The local MD is having trouble, however, choosing a team to support.

Tue 13/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Harvey Norman to launch online store and software on demand service

Following on from the release of its yearly profit results today, Harvey Norman has announced that it will be launching new online initiatives as well as new retail complexes in Victoria and Queensland.

Tue 30/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Crouch, touch, engage, watch: Toshiba launches TVs for Rugby World Cup

Toshiba has today launched a new series of 13 LCD and LED TVs, kitted out with a range of technologies including face recognition software and 3D viewing.

Fri 26/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Panasonic launches 'once in a lifetime' Wallabies competition

Wallabies sponsor and noted Skype fan Panasonic has launched a competition in conjunction with the 2011 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand. The prize is a Skype chat with players and a new home entertainment pack.

Mon 22/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

BlackBerry PlayBook to launch with Harvey Norman; same prices as iPad 2

UPDATED: The BlackBerry PlayBook tablet will be sold through launch partner Harvey Norman and the three telcos this month, with RIM affixing a recommended retail price comparable with the US pricing.

Wed 08/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

RIM to use the Rugby World Cup to promote its new PlayBook tablet

The first part of RIM's marketing strategy for its new PlayBook device has been revealed, with the manufacturer today announced as the official Mobile Device sponsor of the 2011 Rugby World Cup.

Mon 18/04/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

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The history and future of portioned coffee: Q&A with Lavazza

Lavazza may be new to portioned coffee in Australia, but the brand has been in the capsule coffee game for almost 25 years. Current.com.au spoke to Mr Giuseppe Lavazza himself to find out where this booming category is headed.

Mon 20/05/2013 03:10:20 / Read More »

QualiFi to merge with Audio Products Group, creating AV brand powerhouse

Leading premium audio and hi-fi distributors Audio Product Group (APG) and QualiFi are to merge, effective 1 July 2013, with QualiFi taking the lead in the new entity.

Mon 20/05/2013 03:14:41 / Read More »

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 02:35:27 / 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 »

Optus launches "a new flavour" of 4G in Canberra

Optus has announced plans to expand its 4G network in Australia, with the telco rolling out a new form of 4G technology for the nation's capital, as well as new products that will work across multiple 4G networks.

Mon 20/05/2013 12:40:46 / Read More »

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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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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The history and future of portioned coffee: Q&A with Lavazza

Lavazza may be new to portioned coffee in Australia, but the brand has been in the capsule coffee game for almost 25 years. Current.com.au spoke to Mr Giuseppe Lavazza himself to find out where this booming category is headed.

Mon 20/05/2013 03:10:20 / 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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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 02:35:27 / Read More »

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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 »

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 »