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Conroy warns of NBN scams in Tasmania

Stephen Conroy has today warned Australians to watch out for phony door-to-door salespeople offering to sign up users to the NBN.

Fri 15/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Conroy announces TV recycling scheme and digital TV ad campaign

Senator Conroy has announced a TV recycling scheme in rural Victoria and NSW in the lead up to the switchover to digital television, as well as an awareness campaign for residents of Queensland.

Thu 30/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Small enterprises urged to drive business online

PayPal and the ARA, in association with other big business partners, today launched Driving Business Online - an initiative targeted at educating regional businesses about the benefits of online trade.

Tue 14/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

JB Hi-Fi CEO questions Conroy's Set-Top Box Scheme pricing

The pricing of the Federal Government's Set-Top Box Scheme is "heavy", according to JB Hi-Fi CEO Terry Smart.

Mon 23/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Conroy points to low complaint rate to defend Set-Top Box scheme

Senator Stephen Conroy is once again heralding the success of the Federal Government's Household Assistant Scheme, despite recent criticisms from retailers.

Fri 20/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

SA's broadband boom finally opening door for IPTV

South Australia is set to join the digital revolution with the announcement today of the launch of new ADSL2 broadband in the Victor Harbour area - a move that paves the way for IPTV.

Thu 19/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Conroy releases set top box fact sheet in bid to silence all his critics

The Minister responsible for the set top box handout, Senator Stephen Conroy, has today released a set of "Facts" to support the $350 average cost, concerns regarding the safety of the operation and the installation process.

Fri 13/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Government challenges Gerry Harvey to back up them fighting words

Communications Minister Senator Stephen Conroy has challenged Gerry Harvey to put his money - or at least claims of saving money - where his mouth is.

Fri 13/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Minister Conroy lashes out at fake TV salespeople

The Minister responsible for the digital TV switchover has launched a tirade against unscrupulous and fraudulent salespeople selling supposed digital switchover equipment. It's a bi-partisan effort, with a National MP tipping him off.

Wed 07/10/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

Executive chairman of NBN CO named

The Rudd Government has announced a new executive chairman for the company which is going to deliver the National Broadband Network around Australia, NBN CO.

Mon 27/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

First stage of NBN rollout starts in Tasmania

The Australian and Tasmanian Governments announced yesterday that the first stage of the National Broadband Network rollout in Tasmania has begun with the release of an open competitive tender for fibre optic cable by Aurora Energy.

Fri 17/07/2009 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 »