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The silent departed: Retravision loses 18 stores in less than 6 months

Following an investigation into Retravision's Australia-wide store network, Current.com.au can reveal that the embattled retailer has seen 10 stores close down and 8 stores defect to other buying groups in less than 6 months.

Tue 29/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Regional Australia to suffer in GAME collapse: Full list of store closures

Following an announcement late on Friday that the embattled retailer Game would be closing 60 of its shopfronts, administrators have released a full list of the stores that will be shut - largely in regional and rural Australia.

Mon 28/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

BREAKING: GAME will close 60 Australian stores, 281 staff to go

The administrators of GAME Australia have announced the closure of two thirds of the retailer's Australian shopfronts, with more than half of the company's total staff to be made redundant.

Fri 25/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Harvey Norman to close Canberra store, 36 jobs in doubt

Harvey Norman is set to close an underperforming store in the Canberra suburb of Woden, with 36 staff members to be either relocated or made redundant. According to COO John Slack-Smith, the move is based "on commercial grounds".

Thu 23/02/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

The axe finally falls on six Clive Peeters stores

The first dominoes have begun to fall in the collapse of Clive Peeters, with receivers PPB announcing this morning that six of the failed retailer's stores are set to close their doors, at the cost of 75 jobs.

Fri 11/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

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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 »

Vacuums and seasonal big drivers of smalls growth: GfK Temax

Despite an overall decline in value of the Australian electrical retail market, there is big value to be found in the small appliances department according to new research from GfK Retail and Technology.

Thu 23/05/2013 11:24:34 / Read More »

GfK Temax report: Bright points on horizon despite market decline

The release of the latest GfK Temax report on the state of the Australian CE and appliance markets is a mixed bag - while there is a decline in sales, it has slowed down. And there are still categories that are going strong.

Thu 23/05/2013 10:21:52 / Read More »

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 »

Magellan offering free Summit Series maps and discount on eXplorist range

Magellan has announced a promotions program to support its eXplorist range of personal navigation devices. The offers involve free maps and a discount off the RRP.

Wed 22/05/2013 01:17:29 / Read More »

Xbox One promises live TV viewing, but will it work in Australia?

At the launch of the new Xbox One console overnight, Microsoft spent serious time showing off a new "TV on Xbox" feature. But despite the flashy demonstrations, details on how it would work outside the US were thin on the ground.

Wed 22/05/2013 12:20:17 / 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 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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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


RETAIL NEWS

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 »