What's New

November 2002

	Hide your leads Ideal for small electrical appliances, the Australian-designed, Hide-A-Lead™ (Cat. D2700H/2WE) combines a 1.5m lead and twin outlet powerboard in one. With the Hide-A-Lead™, excess lead can be stored inside. Lead length is simply adjusted by winding the lead around the inner and outer rim on the underside of the product. Other features include wide-spaced outlets, an ergonomic Ezy-Pull plug, a neon power indicator, overload protection and it comes complete with a 5-year warranty. HPM Industries Tel: 1300 369 777
	Bamboo blinds The Californian Teak Matchstick Blind from Smart Home Products comes in a teak or natural finish for both indoor and outdoor use. Suits most décor and is easy to install. Installation hardware and instructions included. Smart Home Products Tel: (03) 9785 7300
	Care and feeding The Dream Baby® Care and Feeding range has been expanded to include a new ALL Purpose Feeding Bowl. Microwave safe, it comes with divided compartments, is easy to hold and adjust the right size for the baby's meal. Available in blue and green. Tee-Zed Products Tel: (02) 9836 4000
	Cast iron stands The Bayliss Company's new range of cast iron market umbrella stands will hold even the largest of umbrellas. The stands come complete with adapters to accommodate any size upright pole. In traditional antique heritage green, the four different designs in different weights will complement any array of outdoor settings. Bayliss Tel: (03) 9708 6664
	Cool on wheels The Glacier Gear 72 roller cooler is designed to collaspe down to a quarter of its expanded size. It can be moved easily by utilising its in-line roller wheels and adjustable handle. In addition to its large capacity, this cooler features thick insulation material, a neotherm front pocket, self healing zipper, heavy duty shoulder strap and outer material that doesn't strain, tear or absorb moisture. It is a part of a 14 product cooler bag range. Tennco Tel: (02) 9793 7444
	Easy-to-use long handles Cyclone Industries has develped the Courtyard range which is meeting the market trend towards smaller, high-on-design-but-low-on-maintenance gardens. The range has tough steel heads which are powder coated for protection from rust while the heads are fitted to lacquer-sealed timber handles with stainless steel ferrules. Included in this range are the long handle tools, the Courtyard Shovel, Scratcher, Weeder/Hoe and Steel Rake. Cyclone Industries Tel: 1800 335 019
	Extra reach shears Fiskars' Extended Reach Power Lever Shears can tackle grass and hedge trimming tasks while operators are standing in an upright position. Ergonomically designed and featuring Fiskars' unique lever mechanism to give optimal power output, the 9671 allows users to reach up to 2.5metres. The cutting head rotates 270 degrees. Fiskars Australia Tel: (03) 9308 7356
	Garden tool organiser This product holds nine long garden tools safely and securely. Designed for the garage or to be placed inside cupboard, the corner organiser fits into any corner wall position. The corner organiser also can be sold with the front pouch for extra small tool capacity. Ausmart International Pty Ltd Tel: 1300 135 12
	Global system compass The DS 56 Global System is a state-of-the-art compass that weighs just 72 grams with dimensions of 101 x 65 x 17.5mm. Complete with an adjustable declination scale, magnifying lens and clinometer, the DS 56 also has conversion tables, luminous marks and bezel, side scales, coordinate scales and non-slip rubber pads. The compass incorporates a Turbo-20 needle, which is tilt free and stabilises over 100% faster. It will also function at all latitudes without the need for capsule exchange. Sheldon and Hammond Tel: 1800 209 999
	Hanging lanterns HPM's range of Solar Accent lighting will add an ambient glow, softly defining paths, driveways, flowerbeds, patios and decks. With no wiring, these Oriental inspired solar lights, both the Oriental Hanging Lantern and Zen Hanging Lantern are easy to install and can be moved around to suit changes in landscape and for entertaining. HPM Tel: 1300 369 777
	Industrial Mats An Australian-made safety and anti-fatigue mat designed specifically to ease repetitive strain stresses on worker's backs, legs and feet has been released by the General Mat Company. Made of premium nitrile rubber that is oil and solvent-resistant, the closed cell foam rubber construction that provides the mat's high comfort levels also means it will not take on water. General Mat Company Tel: 1800 625 388
	Mounting products The Tap-Mount wall storage units are heavy duty and versatile. With hooks, hangers and pegs, all users need to do is to tap down with a hammer to stay tight and tap up to move. Made in the US, these units can store a wide range of products from tools, lawn & garden equipment and housewares. Stockwell Imports Tel: (02) 4732 4988
	Outdoor candles These outdoor citronella candles can make outdoor entertaining areas visually vibrant and mozzie-free. They come in five colours and have a burning time of approximately three hours. Unique to this range is the metal spiral stand that takes them from being a garden accessory to table-top art. Available in four different sizes ranging from an 8 inch candle to a 36 inch yard stake. Take Two Marketing Tel: (02) 9665 7226
	Plant protection The Ready to Use Surrender Moss & Algae Killer controls moss, algae, lichens and liverworts in outdoor areas. There is easy application for this product and no mixing is required. It can be used around garden beds and on lawns with low toxicity and long lasting capacity. Yates Tel: (02) 9763 9200
	Rainbow grout Selleys' No More Gaps Decorator and Sealant range offers an array of colour options including Watermelon, Horizon Blue, Alpine Lake and Cocoa Pod. A total of 12 grout colours and eight co-ordinating sealant colours have been developed to complement tiles and benchtops. Selleys Tel: 1300 555 205
	Sandstone figures The latest figurine range from Waterwerks incorporates traditional, animal, cherub and novelty designs, as well as contemporary modern works. The figurine range sells all year round to a growing market segment. Beautiful detailing and a high level of craftsmanship in weather-proof materials are just some of the benefits of this range. Waterwerks Tel: 1800 552 777
	Spread & fertilise Munns' latest Maxi-Green Lawn Fertiliser and Hand Held Spreader complement each other. The spreader is light weight and will hold up to 2.7kg of granular fertiliser. The Maxi-Green Lawn Fertiliser greens lawns fast and it has a burn resistant formulation which is nutritionally boosted with trace elements. The 2.5kg bag covers a large 170sqm area. Munns Lawn Co. Tel: 1800 060 544
	Strong penetration Penetrol with a penetrating ability three times that of water, flows paint into the tiniest pinholes and crevices assuring a strong bond between the paint and the substrate. It makes paint stick to almost anything, even galvanized iron, plastics and glass. Penetrol bonds and primes with one stroke lets you paint over rust. Lap and brush marks are virtually eliminated and chalking is greatly retarded. Flood Company
	Tea infusion Avanti's Tea Infuser comes in an art deco assortment. Available in 1litre capacity and made from 18/10 stainless steel, in satin finishes. It has a removable tea infused cone the "easy pour" spout ensures there are no spills. The unique twin wall traps the air to form a blanket for the ultimate in thermal efficiency to keep tea warmer longer. Sheldon and Hammond Tel: 1800 209 999
	Top lopper Gardena's Pole Lopper uses a pull handle with internal springsteel mechanism and a two-gear transmission, replacing muscle power with machinery and making pruning easy for every gardener. The robust aluminium alloy handle is sturdy yet lightweight, and the tool's end grip and pull handle have safe, comfortable non-slip stops to absorb impact. It has a hardened precision ground blade featuring non-stick coating, and a replaceable anvil. Nylex Polymer Products Tel: (03) 9581 0211
	Ultra charged batteries The Multi XS 3600 is a multi-functional battery charger with three modes. All types designs, wet, gel, AGM and others can be charged with it. An easy-to-use quick connector is included so that the user can attach a cable permanently to a motorcycle, for example, and another set could be used for other purposes. The Multi XS 3600 can be attached for months and a pulse maintained for maximum battery life. Pro Quip International Tel: (03) 9761 1110
	Water preservation The DEKS Water Saver can help users to save up to 25% off water bills. By simply unscrewing the cap on the waste water pipe, inserting the unit, then attaching a hose to the smaller end, it redirects waste water onto the garden whenever water flows through the waste pipe. Ron Disney (Sales) Tel: (03) 9387 1844
	What men want The Esky Roller Cooler is an all-terrain vehicle, capable of transporting thirst-quenching cargo. This insulated Esky has detachable clear PVC lining that is waterproof. It is a soft cooler with many outer pockets. The cooler's handle has three height settings and neatly telescopes away when not in use. And there's also a carry handle. Nylex Polymer Products Tel: (03) 9581 0211
	Window fashion Coolaroo has introduced a new citrus yellow colour, "Southern Sunset" to its retractable window shade range and "Smoke" colour to its roll-up range. Both blinds are manufactured in the four standard widths including 1.5, 1.8, 2.1 and 2.4metres with a 1.8metre drop for roll-up blinds, and 2.1metre drop on all retractable blinds. Each blind has colour co-ordinated powder-coated rails and brackets. Gale Pacific Tel: 1800 331 521

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