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7NEWS
12-08-2025
- Business
- 7NEWS
‘World's best office chair' drops price at Officeworks: ‘An absolute winner'
A chair that has been dubbed the 'best in the world for office workers' has been dropped in price at Officeworks, where shoppers can pick it up for $699 for a limited time only. The Pago International Zeke Ergonomic Chair is available in seven different colours and is perfect for upgrading either your home or work space. With its ergonomic design, stylish look and impressive durability, the Zeke Ergonomic Chair is the ideal choice for anyone looking for a comfortable and supportive seating solution, especially at this reduced price. Suitable for eight plus hours of use, the 3D knitted mesh back provides breathable comfort and stable support, while the foam seat features a waterfall edge design to reduce pressure on your legs and improve circulation. When it comes to why shoppers love the chair so much, it is all to do with the comfort and durability. The seat is made from premium 9.5 cm thick high density moulded foam for high comfort. Not only this, but it has a trademarked premium Posturesure Synchro Mechanism with tension control that adjusts easily to the user's weight and ensures correct posture and comfort for extended periods of use. The chair has won a number of awards, including the German Design Award (2002), the IF Design Award (2002) and Reddot Design Award. Those who have invested in the Zeke Chair in the past have raved about it. 'Stylish, comfortable and easy to adjust. Excellent value,' one customer wrote on the Officeworks website. 'I was suffering back pain from my old chair. Upgraded to the Pago Zeke and it's been absolutely brilliant. Back pain has gone and love the comfort and sleek design,' said another. A third added: ' Discovered this chair via the manufacturer's website, came to Officeworks and couldn't believe the price. I was skeptical but decided I would return it if the chair was ugly. ' Turns out, the chair is an absolute winner. A hidden gem! Super stylish for the price. Very comfortable.' Others have said it's an absolute bargain when bought at just $699.
Perth Now
05-08-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
Drive-thru Nando's, Officeworks included in mega development
A wave of fast-food giants and major retailers has been unveiled in two new development proposals for Alkimos, including a drive-through Nando's. Submitted by Satterley Property Group and currently open for public comment, the plans include four fast-food drive-through outlets, a drive-through liquor store, a large hardware showroom, and a bulky goods retail space. Both developments are proposed for land along Romeo Road, near the current end of the Mitchell Freeway, about 40km from the Perth CBD. The proposed fast-food outlets include a KFC, Nando's, and two other unspecified outlets, one of which appears to be a Guzman y Gomez. Concept plans of the proposed KFC in Alkimos. Credit: Supplied Each would feature dual-lane drive-throughs, along with a drive-through Thirsty Camel liquor store. It's expected the 13,511sqm hardware store across the road will be a Bunnings Warehouse, while an Officeworks has been confirmed for the 2200sqm site. The fast-food and liquor store developments are worth $8 million, while the Officeworks and Bunnings developments are valued at $18m. If approved, the Alkimos Nando's would be only the second in WA to feature a drive-through, joining the Tuart Hill outlet. Concept plans of the proposed Officeworks in Alkimos. Credit: Supplied Both proposed development sites are cleared vacant land, bordered by low-density residential development in the Trinity Estate to the south and west, and undeveloped land to the north planned for future development as part of the Alkimos City Centre. Planning Solutions, which prepared the applications on behalf of Satterley Property Group, said the site was suitably sized, zoned and positioned to accommodate the scale of both developments. 'The proposal represents a well-sited and designed development that balances the operational requirements of the businesses with access and interface considerations,' they said in both applications. 'Comprehensive technical assessments confirm the development is appropriate and will not result in any adverse amenity impacts.' Thirsty Camel. Credit: Supplied The fast-food outlets and liquor store would have 94 parking bays, while Officeworks and the hardware showroom would be supported by 419 bays. All four fast-food outlets are seeking approval to operate 24 hours a day, though such hours are unlikely to be implemented, while the liquor store would trade from 8am to 10pm Mondays to Saturdays, and 10am to 10pm on Sundays, in accordance with State liquor legislation. To limit noise impact on surrounding residential areas, developers claim the proposal has been carefully sited and designed so that car access and movements will predominantly occur on the northern side of the buildings, facing Romeo Road, with a 2m-high acoustic wall along the south-western boundary also to be built. A total of 147 'shade trees' are proposed to be planted across the two sites, along with a variety of smaller plants and shrubs. Public consultation on both proposals is now open through the City of Wanneroo until Thursday, August 14. The applications will then be decided by the Metro Outer Development Plan at a later date.
News.com.au
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Australian government loans Bunnings $100m in bombshell deal
Wesfarmers has secured a $100 million loan from the Australian government's Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) to install more solar panels, batteries and EV chargers at its Bunnings and Officeworks stores. CEFC chief executive Ian Learmonth hoped the funding would create a 'ripple effect' across the commercial sector, where the intake of rooftop solar adoption has lagged behind residential properties, according to The Guardian. The loan is to be paid back by Wesfarmers over seven years at a competitive interest rate. The financing is aimed at accelerating the group's decarbonisation plans. Ampol's $20m Land Bonanza: What's Next? 'As a leading Australian company with these household brand names, we can provide them with competitive finance that's allowing them to meet a business case to deliver roof top solar, battery storage, various energy efficiency initiatives and putting EV chargers in,' Mr Learmonth said. 'There is potential growth in the commercial and industrial sectors. When people see Bunnings and Officeworks doing this, it adds a ripple effect where other large companies can be influenced by seeing what these companies are doing, and seeing their car parks with EV chargers.' Mr Learmonth said the partnership with Wesfarmers, as both owner and operator, presented a great opportunity. Bunnings, Officeworks, and WesCEF all have targets to reach net-zero direct emissions by 2030 and to use 100 per cent renewable electricity by the end of 2025. The news comes as Bunnings introduced electric vehicle chargers in the car parks of selected stores. The hardware giant was offering customers the convenience of recharging their vehicles while they shop for their home improvement needs. The retailer has installed chargers at 14 locations across New South Wales, Victoria, and Western Australia, as well as in New Zealand. Bunnings strategically targeted areas with the highest demand for EV charging. The company said it was committed to supporting sustainable practices and adapting to the evolving needs of its customers. Rod Caust, Bunnings Director of Stores, explained the motivation behind the rollout. 'As electric vehicles become more common in Australia and New Zealand, we're installing EV charging stations in some of our store car parks so our customers with EVs can charge up while they shop,' he said. The initiative is part of Bunnings' broader strategy to meet the changing needs of its customers and support the transition to more sustainable transport options. The chargers available at Bunnings include a mix of 22kW, 50kW, and the high-speed 120kW models, catering to a variety of EV charging needs.
The Advertiser
28-06-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
Lower energy use just the beginning for retail giant
Major Australian and New Zealand retailers are primed for an energy switch following millions of dollars in federal funding to decarbonise their services. Wesfarmers, who own shops like Officeworks, Bunnings, Kmart and Coles will finance rooftop solar, battery storage, a vehicle smart charging pilot and other efficiency initiatives across stores. This comes from a $100 million commitment from government-backed Clean Energy Finance Corporation, labelled Australia's specialist climate investor. It means Wesfarmers will be able to manage energy consumption across its retail sites and make them more efficient through storage. These installed or upgraded facility changes are expected to be in effect by the end of 2025. "We have long managed our businesses with climate and carbon awareness and we are committed to continuing to take action to reduce our impact on the environment," Wesfarmers CFO Anthony Gianotti said. A study to accelerate decarbonisation across stores will also be undertaken under the funding envelope. Adopting these initiatives is a "practical and speedy" way to cut the organisations carbon footprint, the climate investor's CEO Ian Learmonth said. "Many Australians would have enjoyed a Bunnings Saturday sausage sizzle or taken the path to Officeworks for those back-to-school necessities," he said. "At selected sites they will soon be able to add vehicle charging to their store visits while enjoying solar-powered air conditioning." Australia's retail sector accounts for 50 per cent of energy use in the commercial property sector and five per cent of the nation's greenhouse gas emissions. Batteries, virtual power plants and electric vehicles can reduce grid demand through co-ordination of their charging and discharging, the Australian Energy Market Operator said. Federal energy minister Chris Bowen said the partnership will drive down emissions and lower energy costs, while providing knock-on benefits to households. "This boost in finance by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation will accelerate Wesfarmers' efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, make the shift to cleaner and cheaper energy and better manage energy use," he said. Major Australian and New Zealand retailers are primed for an energy switch following millions of dollars in federal funding to decarbonise their services. Wesfarmers, who own shops like Officeworks, Bunnings, Kmart and Coles will finance rooftop solar, battery storage, a vehicle smart charging pilot and other efficiency initiatives across stores. This comes from a $100 million commitment from government-backed Clean Energy Finance Corporation, labelled Australia's specialist climate investor. It means Wesfarmers will be able to manage energy consumption across its retail sites and make them more efficient through storage. These installed or upgraded facility changes are expected to be in effect by the end of 2025. "We have long managed our businesses with climate and carbon awareness and we are committed to continuing to take action to reduce our impact on the environment," Wesfarmers CFO Anthony Gianotti said. A study to accelerate decarbonisation across stores will also be undertaken under the funding envelope. Adopting these initiatives is a "practical and speedy" way to cut the organisations carbon footprint, the climate investor's CEO Ian Learmonth said. "Many Australians would have enjoyed a Bunnings Saturday sausage sizzle or taken the path to Officeworks for those back-to-school necessities," he said. "At selected sites they will soon be able to add vehicle charging to their store visits while enjoying solar-powered air conditioning." Australia's retail sector accounts for 50 per cent of energy use in the commercial property sector and five per cent of the nation's greenhouse gas emissions. Batteries, virtual power plants and electric vehicles can reduce grid demand through co-ordination of their charging and discharging, the Australian Energy Market Operator said. Federal energy minister Chris Bowen said the partnership will drive down emissions and lower energy costs, while providing knock-on benefits to households. "This boost in finance by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation will accelerate Wesfarmers' efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, make the shift to cleaner and cheaper energy and better manage energy use," he said. Major Australian and New Zealand retailers are primed for an energy switch following millions of dollars in federal funding to decarbonise their services. Wesfarmers, who own shops like Officeworks, Bunnings, Kmart and Coles will finance rooftop solar, battery storage, a vehicle smart charging pilot and other efficiency initiatives across stores. This comes from a $100 million commitment from government-backed Clean Energy Finance Corporation, labelled Australia's specialist climate investor. It means Wesfarmers will be able to manage energy consumption across its retail sites and make them more efficient through storage. These installed or upgraded facility changes are expected to be in effect by the end of 2025. "We have long managed our businesses with climate and carbon awareness and we are committed to continuing to take action to reduce our impact on the environment," Wesfarmers CFO Anthony Gianotti said. A study to accelerate decarbonisation across stores will also be undertaken under the funding envelope. Adopting these initiatives is a "practical and speedy" way to cut the organisations carbon footprint, the climate investor's CEO Ian Learmonth said. "Many Australians would have enjoyed a Bunnings Saturday sausage sizzle or taken the path to Officeworks for those back-to-school necessities," he said. "At selected sites they will soon be able to add vehicle charging to their store visits while enjoying solar-powered air conditioning." Australia's retail sector accounts for 50 per cent of energy use in the commercial property sector and five per cent of the nation's greenhouse gas emissions. Batteries, virtual power plants and electric vehicles can reduce grid demand through co-ordination of their charging and discharging, the Australian Energy Market Operator said. Federal energy minister Chris Bowen said the partnership will drive down emissions and lower energy costs, while providing knock-on benefits to households. "This boost in finance by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation will accelerate Wesfarmers' efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, make the shift to cleaner and cheaper energy and better manage energy use," he said. Major Australian and New Zealand retailers are primed for an energy switch following millions of dollars in federal funding to decarbonise their services. Wesfarmers, who own shops like Officeworks, Bunnings, Kmart and Coles will finance rooftop solar, battery storage, a vehicle smart charging pilot and other efficiency initiatives across stores. This comes from a $100 million commitment from government-backed Clean Energy Finance Corporation, labelled Australia's specialist climate investor. It means Wesfarmers will be able to manage energy consumption across its retail sites and make them more efficient through storage. These installed or upgraded facility changes are expected to be in effect by the end of 2025. "We have long managed our businesses with climate and carbon awareness and we are committed to continuing to take action to reduce our impact on the environment," Wesfarmers CFO Anthony Gianotti said. A study to accelerate decarbonisation across stores will also be undertaken under the funding envelope. Adopting these initiatives is a "practical and speedy" way to cut the organisations carbon footprint, the climate investor's CEO Ian Learmonth said. "Many Australians would have enjoyed a Bunnings Saturday sausage sizzle or taken the path to Officeworks for those back-to-school necessities," he said. "At selected sites they will soon be able to add vehicle charging to their store visits while enjoying solar-powered air conditioning." Australia's retail sector accounts for 50 per cent of energy use in the commercial property sector and five per cent of the nation's greenhouse gas emissions. Batteries, virtual power plants and electric vehicles can reduce grid demand through co-ordination of their charging and discharging, the Australian Energy Market Operator said. Federal energy minister Chris Bowen said the partnership will drive down emissions and lower energy costs, while providing knock-on benefits to households. "This boost in finance by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation will accelerate Wesfarmers' efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, make the shift to cleaner and cheaper energy and better manage energy use," he said.
Perth Now
27-06-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
Lower energy use just the beginning for retail giant
Major Australian and New Zealand retailers are primed for an energy switch following millions of dollars in federal funding to decarbonise their services. Wesfarmers, who own shops like Officeworks, Bunnings, Kmart and Coles will finance rooftop solar, battery storage, a vehicle smart charging pilot and other efficiency initiatives across stores. This comes from a $100 million commitment from government-backed Clean Energy Finance Corporation, labelled Australia's specialist climate investor. It means Wesfarmers will be able to manage energy consumption across its retail sites and make them more efficient through storage. These installed or upgraded facility changes are expected to be in effect by the end of 2025. "We have long managed our businesses with climate and carbon awareness and we are committed to continuing to take action to reduce our impact on the environment," Wesfarmers CFO Anthony Gianotti said. A study to accelerate decarbonisation across stores will also be undertaken under the funding envelope. Adopting these initiatives is a "practical and speedy" way to cut the organisations carbon footprint, the climate investor's CEO Ian Learmonth said. "Many Australians would have enjoyed a Bunnings Saturday sausage sizzle or taken the path to Officeworks for those back-to-school necessities," he said. "At selected sites they will soon be able to add vehicle charging to their store visits while enjoying solar-powered air conditioning." Australia's retail sector accounts for 50 per cent of energy use in the commercial property sector and five per cent of the nation's greenhouse gas emissions. Batteries, virtual power plants and electric vehicles can reduce grid demand through co-ordination of their charging and discharging, the Australian Energy Market Operator said. Federal energy minister Chris Bowen said the partnership will drive down emissions and lower energy costs, while providing knock-on benefits to households. "This boost in finance by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation will accelerate Wesfarmers' efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, make the shift to cleaner and cheaper energy and better manage energy use," he said.
