http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/ en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss info@giftguideonline.com.au (The Editor) http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/17/article/MOZI-opens-fourth-store/XTGTVSMOJP.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/17/article/MOZI-opens-fourth-store/XTGTVSMOJP.html Funky gifts and homewares brand MOZI has increased its retail presence with the opening of a new store in Armadale, Victoria. Thu, 17 May 2012 10:49:35 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Visual-merchandising-focus-of-new-competition/CDJLVTIJGV.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Visual-merchandising-focus-of-new-competition/CDJLVTIJGV.html Retailers are urged to show why their store needs rejuvenating for the chance to win a shop makeover valued at $10,000 from visual merchandising experts AUSVM. Wed, 16 May 2012 13:16:42 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Cardboard-box-inspired-toy-wins-award/KFLXRJQXYP.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Cardboard-box-inspired-toy-wins-award/KFLXRJQXYP.html Multi-award winning business On the Gro has been honoured with the best new product trophy at the My Child Excellence Awards for its Imaginabox. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:42:46 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Nick-Scali-expects-drop-in-profits/ECMFUAFMQC.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Nick-Scali-expects-drop-in-profits/ECMFUAFMQC.html Furniture retailer Nick Scali has forecast a $2.1 million fall in net profits after tax for the 12 months to June 30 2012 because of the cost of opening new stores and a lower margin from aggressive discounting. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:39:58 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Childrenswear-brand-to-share-online-tips/ROTMLPQBJM.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Childrenswear-brand-to-share-online-tips/ROTMLPQBJM.html Oobi Baby & Kids CEO and co-owner Terry Deane will inspire small to medium business owners by sharing his experience of taking his business online at a City of Sydney Let's Talk Business event. Tue, 15 May 2012 10:50:30 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Eco-friendly-crockery-range-to-be-extended/RJVHIHQBGD.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Eco-friendly-crockery-range-to-be-extended/RJVHIHQBGD.html Independence Studios e-Bamboo brand will be extended with new products in time for the August Gift Fair. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:06:59 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Timepiece-success-for-Oxford-Lane/EEXVVTWUYQ.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Timepiece-success-for-Oxford-Lane/EEXVVTWUYQ.html Gift and homewares wholesaler Oxford Lane has added new designs to its European Provincial pendulum clocks in response to strong interest and sales. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:03:16 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/15/article/ebive-launch-travel-inspired-autumnwinter-range/DZNVWPIBKD.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/15/article/ebive-launch-travel-inspired-autumnwinter-range/DZNVWPIBKD.html The homewares brand created by two friends with a dream to create stylish designs at affordable prices has released its new season collection for its love shack label. Tue, 15 May 2012 08:59:26 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/10/article/Photos-turn-words-into-art/VHAGSMMVAM.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/10/article/Photos-turn-words-into-art/VHAGSMMVAM.html Bold words used in decor is one of the hottest interior decorating trends but Word Art Studio gives this style a unique twist. Thu, 10 May 2012 11:20:41 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/10/article/Consumers-increase-Mothers-Day-gift-spend-says-report/GEPLPUCPVF.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/10/article/Consumers-increase-Mothers-Day-gift-spend-says-report/GEPLPUCPVF.html According to an IBISWorld report Australians will fork out more cash to treat mum this Mother's Day compared to last year. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:52:58 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Independent-talent-showcase-at-designEX/NWFNJIHTNV.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Independent-talent-showcase-at-designEX/NWFNJIHTNV.html The next big things in object and furniture will be on display for retailers, designers and architects at the prestigious designEX event. Wed, 09 May 2012 15:50:46 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/09/article/AGHA-joins-blogging-community/HXFEUNDXXG.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/09/article/AGHA-joins-blogging-community/HXFEUNDXXG.html The Australian Gift and Homewares Association has boosted its social media presence with the launch of an industry blog. Wed, 09 May 2012 14:51:16 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/08/article/New-brand-for-Villa-Mondo/UUQFBXQQOX.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/08/article/New-brand-for-Villa-Mondo/UUQFBXQQOX.html Certified International's products will be available for wholesale in Australia for the first time with Villa Mondo signing a distribution deal. Tue, 08 May 2012 14:38:17 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Villeroy--Boch-jumps-aboard-the-Venice-Simplon-Orient-Express/SDGDCYJCFA.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Villeroy--Boch-jumps-aboard-the-Venice-Simplon-Orient-Express/SDGDCYJCFA.html Tableware company Villeroy & Boch's designs will now be used by passengers dining on the iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train. Tue, 08 May 2012 14:33:49 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Online-regulation-proving-tough-for-ACCC/IUJCYQOJJV.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Online-regulation-proving-tough-for-ACCC/IUJCYQOJJV.html The digital and online economy is posing one of the biggest regulatory challenges for the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. Tue, 08 May 2012 14:24:59 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Trade-figures-triple-in-April/LBBCDEHFPD.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Trade-figures-triple-in-April/LBBCDEHFPD.html Signs of improvements are showing after the Australian Bureau of Statistics retail trade figures revealed Australian retail turnover rose 0.9 per cent in March 2012, following a rise of 0.3 per cent in February 2012. Tue, 08 May 2012 14:09:03 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Greenbo-wins-red-dot-design-award/HDLGSECMIB.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Greenbo-wins-red-dot-design-award/HDLGSECMIB.html The company behind a planter box which sits over any railing shape has been honoured with the prestigious red dot design award. Thu, 03 May 2012 11:27:22 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/03/article/E-tailer-offers-massive-discounts-in-lead-up-to-launch/DGOSPFZVWZ.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/03/article/E-tailer-offers-massive-discounts-in-lead-up-to-launch/DGOSPFZVWZ.html Drapery and window furnishing online retailer Pret-a-Portiere is offering customers 70 per cent off products ahead of its launch at DesignEx Sydney on May 14. Thu, 03 May 2012 10:21:01 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Innovative-alphabet-flash-cards-make-Hong-Kong-debut/NIWSCREMBF.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Innovative-alphabet-flash-cards-make-Hong-Kong-debut/NIWSCREMBF.html A kids product with a unique take on the traditional A-Z flash cards and wooden blocks has gone on show at the Hong Kong Gifts and Premium Fair for the first time. Thu, 03 May 2012 10:16:03 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/03/article/SaltPepper-teams-with-MasterChef-judge-for-Facebook-initiative/RQZCKXGTAS.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/05/03/article/SaltPepper-teams-with-MasterChef-judge-for-Facebook-initiative/RQZCKXGTAS.html Kitchenware brand Salt&Pepper will launch a Facebook competition with the help of celebrity chef George Calombaris to encourage interaction with consumers. Thu, 03 May 2012 10:07:44 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/30/article/Uni-students-launch-fair-trade-pop-up-shop/SKQAAPVVMC.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/30/article/Uni-students-launch-fair-trade-pop-up-shop/SKQAAPVVMC.html A University of Western Australia student group will operate a pop-up shop in the Perth CBD for Fair Trade Fortnight to promote the benefits of buying products made in a socially responsible way. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:11:43 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/30/article/Scandinavian-themed-store-opens-third-location/JXRFNEJFBU.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/30/article/Scandinavian-themed-store-opens-third-location/JXRFNEJFBU.html Nordic Fusion has celebrated the launch of its third store at Bondi expanding the business from its web store and bricks and mortar shops at Manly and Mosman. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:38:38 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/30/article/Hong-Kong-Gifts--Premium-Fair-introduces-design-awards/AUZTHKEKBU.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/30/article/Hong-Kong-Gifts--Premium-Fair-introduces-design-awards/AUZTHKEKBU.html The Hong Kong Trade Development Council's Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair had another successful show featuring over 4,100 exhibitors from 35 countries and regions. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:15:28 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/30/article/Distributor-quashes-sweat-shop-misconceptions/XBPGVJJBBN.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/30/article/Distributor-quashes-sweat-shop-misconceptions/XBPGVJJBBN.html New distribution company, Khmer Trading, is bringing Cambodian made goods to Australia while fighting the belief that manufacturing in the area means sweat shop production. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:03:35 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Smink-Homewares-launches-with-Madam-Stoltz/ECPJDWODIW.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Smink-Homewares-launches-with-Madam-Stoltz/ECPJDWODIW.html A new Australian wholesaler opens for trading next week bringing Danish brand Madam Stoltz to the local market. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:47:29 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Two-UK-brands-to-launch-in-Australia/TZVLGKAYHT.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Two-UK-brands-to-launch-in-Australia/TZVLGKAYHT.html Hot Topic Australia has partnered with Talisman Licensing to bring stationery and homewares from the UK's Born to Shop and The Good Life brands to the Australian market. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:35:03 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Online-gift-store-named-small-business-champion/HKMIPIBZJC.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Online-gift-store-named-small-business-champion/HKMIPIBZJC.html E-tailer Pamper Hamper Gifts has been honoured with an Australian Small Business Champion Award at a ceremony in Sydney. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:30:18 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Wrapp-opens-Australian-office/WHVVOFMHSO.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Wrapp-opens-Australian-office/WHVVOFMHSO.html Social gifting company Wrapp has opened offices in Sydney and begun working with local retailers to create a gift giving social networking experience. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:26:14 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Special-Mothers-Day-offer-from-The-Wrapping-Paper-Co/NCSFSVRMBJ.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Special-Mothers-Day-offer-from-The-Wrapping-Paper-Co/NCSFSVRMBJ.html Australian designer and manufacturer of premium quality gift wrapping paper, The Wrapping Paper Co, is introducing a special Mother's Day offer. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:05:31 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Fair-Work-watchdog-takes-former-wholesalers-to-court/KPWULFSHJB.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Fair-Work-watchdog-takes-former-wholesalers-to-court/KPWULFSHJB.html The previous operators of Top Value International will face a Melbourne court over claims it underpaid an employee more than $60,000. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:12:07 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Aussie-brand-makes-Hollywood-fashion-gurus-top-10/SJAQTMHGTB.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Aussie-brand-makes-Hollywood-fashion-gurus-top-10/SJAQTMHGTB.html MiniOrganics nourishing body oil has gained massive exposure after it was named a must have by celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:59:47 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/20/article/The-Aird-Group-launches-My-Style-Princess/SWVBRQUJAE.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/20/article/The-Aird-Group-launches-My-Style-Princess/SWVBRQUJAE.html The wholesaler who brought the successful My Top Model products to Australia has now released the new My Style Princess range to the local market. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:31:54 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Christian-Hirth-fine-cashmere-arrives-in-Australia/EUCHWRCPCS.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Christian-Hirth-fine-cashmere-arrives-in-Australia/EUCHWRCPCS.html Despite producing fine cashmere for the European market for more than 17 years, Christian Hirth's wraps are now available in Australia. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:13:27 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/18/article/Product-inspires-childrens-potential/THUBUDYIBO.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/18/article/Product-inspires-childrens-potential/THUBUDYIBO.html A Melbourne mum has developed a unique product to help encourage kids to be healthy and establish good behaviour. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:28:06 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/18/article/Reed-launches-boutique-trade-event/OXCMPLJZGQ.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/18/article/Reed-launches-boutique-trade-event/OXCMPLJZGQ.html Taking its inspiration from critically acclaimed events Maison&Objet in Paris and 100 per cent Design Singapore, Reed Exhibitions has launched a new show for interior designers and high-end retailers called Maison Instyle. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:45:29 +1000 http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/18/article/IS-scores-Viva-Scandinavia-glassware-exclusive/YYEOLXTIPY.html http://www.giftguideonline.com.au/2012/04/18/article/IS-scores-Viva-Scandinavia-glassware-exclusive/YYEOLXTIPY.html Independence Studios (IS) has launched the Viva Scandinavia glassware brand to the local market. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:36:17 +1000