Appliances

Do I need a new appliance?

Our homes are filled with a large range of appliances providing us with entertainment, comfort and ease. All these appliances can also blow our energy budgets if we're not careful. The question of whether to buy a new appliance is not just a question of price, convenience and energy performance but also about the big picture too. Most modern appliances contain a wide range of rare metals mined from all over the world. Their manufacture and transport uses lots of energy and their disposal is a huge problem in our society. So before you make that next big purchase, have a look at the Story of Stuff and consider our top tips to ensure your new appliance will stand the test of time.

DAYLESFORD Retravision washing machine

Product: Asko 7kg Front Load Washer

Price: $1499 with FREE delivery for REFIT N'SAVE Members Warranty: 2 years parts and labour

Supplier: HEPBURN ONLY Daylesford RetravisionT: 5348 2245

DAYLESFORD Retravision refridgerator

Product: Fisher & Paykel 380 litre Refrigerator

Price: RRP $1299.00 $999.00 for REFIT N' SAVE Members Warranty: 2 years parts and labour

Supplier: HEPBURN ONLY Daylesford RetravisionT: 03 5348 2245

EcoSwitch

Product: Standby power switch

Price: $19.95 for Refit n' Save members which includes a 10% discount.

Supplier: ALL AREAS go online to EcoSwitch store

RetraVision fridges

Product: 2.5 star 250l up to 500l fridges, various brands.

Price range: 10 % on manufactures retail price on all 2.5 star or higher fridges for Refit n' Save members.

Warranty: Refer to manufactures individual warranties

Supplier: ARARAT Contact Rosi at RetraVision Ararat, 47-49 Vincent Street T:5352 3377

RetraVision washing machines

Product: 3.5 star energy rating/3.5 star water rating, various brands:

Price range: 10% discount off manufacturers retail price for Refit n' Save members.

Warranty: Refer to manufacturers warranty

Supplier: ARARAT Contact Rosi at RetraVision Ararat, 47-49 Vincent Street T:5352 3377

RetraVision dishwashers

Product: 3.5 star energy rating/3.5 star water rating, various brands:

Price range: 10% discount off manufacturers retail price for Refit n' Save members.

Warranty: Refer to manufacturers warranty

Supplier: ARARAT Contact Rosi at RetraVision Ararat, 47-49 Vincent Street T:5352 3377

Digital Ready Televisions Ballarat

Product: A range of high efficiency LEDs and set top boxes

Price: From $240 for a 19inch model to $4,799 for 60inch models.

Cost to run: As little as $20 p.a. for a 19 inch LED,

but up to $150 p.a for 60 inch models.

Supplier: McKnights Retravision, 1239 Howitt St, Wendouree VIC 3355, T: (03) 5339 9322

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