By Claire Reilly
In amongst the DIY sessions, cooking demonstrations and craft workshops, a number of major appliance brands headed to the Sydney Showground at Sydney Olympic Park over the weekend as part of Better Homes and Gardens Live — a 3-day showcase centred on all things home improvement.
Amongst the names on show were seasonal brands Fujitsu General and Black & Stone, as well as Everdure, Mitsubishi Electric, Sebo, Kenwood and Bosch power tools. The show was also sponsored by The Good Guys Auburn, among a number of major brands.
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The stars of Better Homes and Gardens gave demonstrations throughout the weekend, and a total of more than 350 companies were part of the exhibition and ‘shopping showcase’. The 2013 show was expected to bring similar numbers to last year’s event, which saw 32,255 visitors over 3 days.
Marc Cheah, Fujitsu General national marketing manager, demonstrates the information kiosk developed by Fujitsu to help consumers learn about air conditioning while shopping.
Black & Stone had a number of designer fire places on show.
Show visitors get hands on with Sebo's floorcare range.
Everdure chef Anna Phillips and sales manager Karina Wealth at the Everdure stand.
Mitsubishi Electric used the event to showcase its refrigeration line-up, including models with the brand's rapid-chilling Versa Compartment.