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Canon, Magellan and Lowepro enticing the adventurous astrophotographer

Canon, Magellan and Lowepro have all introduced some new gear today, with outdoor astronomy photographers the big winners from these releases.

Tue 03/04/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Garmin launches three new eTrex handheld GPS devices

Garmin has announced the release of three new handheld GPS devices for use by outdoorsy people such as campers, climbers, backpackers and general adventurers.

Fri 09/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Navman targets safety, Garmin attracts truckers

Garmin and Navman have both released new GPS satellite navigation products, with the two brands targeting different sections of the market.

Fri 22/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

GPS system strands family in the bush, police rescue required

New South Wales Police have advised motorists to not trust GPS systems implicitly after a treacherous rescue mission to save a family that became lost due to the directions given by a satellite navigation device.

Mon 02/08/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Garmin not threatened by free mobile phone GPS

With the likes of Nokia and Google offering free GPS and map data on their mobile phones, you would expect that GPS suppliers would be shaking in their boots. Garmin, however, is not threatened by the challenge.

Fri 26/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Navman renews sponsorship with Top Gear Live

Navman has just confirmed that it will sponsor Top Gear Live when it returns to Sydney in February this year. The news comes on the back of a stellar Christmas season for the GPS supplier, where it sold more units than any other brand over the quarter.

Fri 29/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Navigon's head office today confirms Australian market is a top priority

Following news this week that sat nav supplier Navigon was revising its business model in Australia, the company's German head office told Current.com.au today that the Australian market is a high priority and it plans to grow its retail base here.

Fri 20/03/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

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Partners & Battlers: Inside story on Nespresso, De'Longhi, Breville & Krups

After five years of clean air, De'Longhi has a new rival in the Nespresso machine business: Breville. It's hard to believe that only seven years ago, Nespresso was nascent and Krups and Magimix were its machine mates.

Tue 18/06/2013 02:00:31 / Read More »

Vintec appoints Debney Distributors as agent for SA and NT

Specialty wine cabinet brand Vintec Australia has announced a new distribution arrangement for South Australia and the Northern Territory, confirming that Debney Distributors will be acting as the company's agent for the two regions.

Tue 18/06/2013 01:56:15 / Read More »

Kmart recalls Homemaker Health Grill; fifth recall in four months

Kmart Australia has today recalled a health grill it was selling under its Homemaker brand. This is Kmart's fifth electrical product recall of 2013, and the fourth under its Homemaker house brand.

Mon 17/06/2013 05:19:43 / Read More »

Whirlpool restructure to affect 50 of the 62 staffmembers employed

A major restructure of Whirlpool Oceania's local business is set to affect as many as 50 of the company's 62-strong staff across Australia, the company's national sales manager has today confirmed.

Mon 17/06/2013 12:29:06 / Read More »

Samsung rolling out store-in-store concepts with Dick Smith

Samsung Electronics Australia is joining forces with Dick Smith Electroncs to showcase its technology products, such as its Galaxy smartphones, tablets and cameras, in a single-brand retail environment.

Mon 17/06/2013 11:52:50 / Read More »

Cream of appliance industry gathers for a winning time at Winning Appliances

Winning Appliances officially opened its flagship showroom in Redfern, Sydney last week. Current.com.au was there to capture all of the action as the who's who of the Australian appliance industry gathered to celebrate.

Thu 01/01/1970 10:00:00 / Read More »
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Sony announces pricing and availability for new Ultra HD 4K TVs

Sony Australia has announced local pricing and availability of its two new Ultra high definition TVs today, billing itself as "the first TV manufacturer to bring 55-inch and 65-inch 4K Ultra HD TVs to Australia".

Tue 11/06/2013 03:12:37 / Read More »

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Smeg unveils the Linear Smart Oven with S-Logic LED touchscreen

Having already unveiled Australia's fastest dishwasher, Smeg has today launched its first Smart Oven, cementing its position as an appliance technology pioneer.

Wed 12/06/2013 10:06:28 / 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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Partners & Battlers: Inside story on Nespresso, De'Longhi, Breville & Krups

After five years of clean air, De'Longhi has a new rival in the Nespresso machine business: Breville. It's hard to believe that only seven years ago, Nespresso was nascent and Krups and Magimix were its machine mates.

Tue 18/06/2013 02:00:31 / Read More »

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Warmer weather a warning for retailers as seasonal slows

The Bureau of Meteorology says we can expect warmer than average days over Australia's north, south and west coasts this winter. While that's not great for seasonal appliance sales, one retailer says there are other factors at play.

Wed 12/06/2013 01:17:11 / Read More »

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The Great Debate: Front Loaders vs Top Loaders

One of the major questions that retailers are asked when a customer comes into the whitegoods department looking for a washing machine is, Front Loader or Top Loader? We ask two industry experts for their thoughts...

Thu 06/06/2013 12:57:15 / 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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Cream of appliance industry gathers for a winning time at Winning Appliances

Winning Appliances officially opened its flagship showroom in Redfern, Sydney last week. Current.com.au was there to capture all of the action as the who's who of the Australian appliance industry gathered to celebrate.

Thu 01/01/1970 10:00:00 / Read More »

Winning Appliances embraces a new era of retail after exceptional year

Winning Group CEO John Winning has used the launch of his new appliance showroom to send a message to his competitors: we are entering a phase of "new retail" that is not based on either online or offline retailing.

Fri 14/06/2013 12:01:57 / Read More »

New Winning Appliances Redfern showroom "best in the world"

Winning Appliances opened the doors on its newest showroom in the Sydney suburb of Redfern last night. With exhibition-style fit outs and 20 brands spread across two levels, industry leaders have labelled it as one of the best in the world.

Fri 14/06/2013 10:33:28 / Read More »

Winning Appliances CEO speech to open new flagship showroom

David Crane, CEO of Winning Appliances, thanked his retail partners for making the new flagship showroom one of the best appliance stores in the world.

Fri 14/06/2013 11:52:28 / Read More »