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Around the world solo sailor Jessica Watson returns to Sydney after 7 months
Proud sponsor Panasonic congratulates Jessica Watson for her achievement and for inspiring young people across Australia. Jessica was equipped with Panasonic Toughbook Laptops, Lumix Cameras and Camcorders to record her historic voyage. Her spectacular welcome home was one of the most amazing days ever seen on Sydney Harbour. Over 1500 vessels sailed alongside Jessica and an estimated 75,000 people packed the Harbour foreshores.
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Partnership with Tourism Northern Territory
Tourism NT, the first state tourism authority to venture into 3D film, has partnered with Panasonic to showcase the beauty of Australia’s Northern Territory in vivid 3D to potential visitors. The 3D footage will be shot on Panasonic’s latest prototype camera, the professional Panasonic AG-3DA1 3D, due for release in October this year, and will be filmed by digital movie-making experts.
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Panasonic Full HD 3D Broadcast News
Panasonic’s new Full HD 3D Camcorder, the AG-3DA1, is part of the world’s first free to air 3D broadcast transmitted throughout Australia. Panasonic Australia provided broadcasters with a five-minute clip of scenic views for 3D test transmissions, the first time 3D content has been beamed to homes in Australia.
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Win a Lumix Camera
Lumix is currently collecting photographs from enthusiasts around the nation as part of the Lumix Life: Focus on Australia competition. Each month Lumix is giving away a Lumix GF1 Micro 4/3 Camera to the best entry selected by Ken Duncan. The competition ends 30th June 2010 so get your entry in today!
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Ken Duncan offers valuable tips for camera enthusiasts
Lumix Life: Focus on Australia brings together some of Australia’s most celebrated photographers and photography enthusiasts from around the nation to be part of a unique book concept. Professionals and amateurs will be published side-by-side in a stunning publication showcasing the heart of Australia. The competition ends 30th June 2010 so get your entry in today!
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The Panasonic SD-257 Bread Maker returns!
You asked for it! Panasonic’s popular SD-257 bread maker has been re-released due to requests from customers and retailers. Boasting that it delivers better-than-bakery quality loaves every time the appliance is simple to use and comes with a Raisin & Nuts Dispenser. Key features include diamond-fluoro coated bread pan and kneading blade and 10 minute power interruption protection.
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Full HD 3D Roadshow is here
Experience 3D TV first-hand at Panasonic’s 3D Roadshow, coming to a shopping centre near you. Presenting a Full-HD 3D theatre experience around the country, Panasonic’s show is designed to showcase Full-HD 3D technology. Those who register at the roadshow will receive a free pair of precision eyewear (RRP$199) via redemption following the purchase of their Panasonic VIErA Full-HD 3D Neo Plasma. Catch the show in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide until August 15.
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VIErA Full-HD AVATAR Promotion
Buy a selected Panasonic VIErA Full HD Plasma TV between 22 May and 11 July 2010 to claim your BONUS Full-HD AVATAR Gift Pack! Depending on the model you buy, you will be eligible to claim either a BONUS Blu-ray home theatre pack, or a BONUS Blu-ray player pack. Terms and conditions apply.
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Panasonic 2010 Home Entertainment Product Launch
Panasonic invites you to see the live webcast of the Panasonic 2010 Home Entertainment Product Launch direct at your home. Introducing Full HD 3D technology, the latest VIERA Plasma and LCD TVs, an amazing Blu-ray and DVD Recorder line-up, and outstanding Home Theatre solutions.
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Your AFL Moment Facebook Competition
Calling AFL fans and fanatics! Panasonic is giving you the chance to win four tickets to a selected AFL match of your choice as well as a grand prize of two tickets to the Toyota AFL Grand Final! Simply submit a photo or video link that captures the essence of footy.
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Microwave BONUS Tupperware Promotion
Purchase a selected Panasonic Inverter Microwave this Mothers Day to claim BONUS Tupperware of your choice, valued up to $60. Terms and conditions apply.
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Panasonic AFL Goal of the Year
Have you voted in the Panasonic AFL Goal of the Year? There is a brand new LUMIX FT2 to be won each week as well as a grand prize of a $9,000 Ultimate Panasonic Prize Pack. Panasonic, proudly sponsoring the AFL.
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Lumix Life 'Focus On Australia'
The LUMIX Life competition has got off to a great start with over 1,000 outstanding entries!
We're offering you the chance to have your images published alongside Australia's leading photographers as part of a unique book concept showcasing the heart of Australia. We are also awarding a new LUMIX GF1 camera each month to Ken Duncan's favourite entry.
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LUMIX Life - Focus On Australia Coming 1st April 2010!
What does the heart and soul of Australia mean to you? Grab your LUMIX camera and capture an image that represents your Australia – a dramatic landscape, a magical wildlife image or a quirky snapshot of Aussie life. From April 1, you can be part of part of the special project, LUMIX Life Focus on Australia. Start shooting with your LUMIX camera now, and check Panasonic's social media channels for program announcements.
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Buy any Panasonic VIErA Full HD Plasma TV to claim your BONUS Blu-ray Player and Quickflix voucher
When you buy any Panasonic VIErA Full HD Plasma TV you get to claim a BONUS Blu-ray Player and 6 months Quickflix® Blu-ray and DVD rentals voucher, together valued at $418.70 RRP. This is your opportunity to move up to the High-definition Blu-ray system and experience cinema-quality movies on your new Full HD Plasma TV. Offer available between 13 February and 31 March 2010.
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Which LUMIX is right for you?
Capture all of life's moments with a camera you can trust. Panasonic announces 13 exciting new models in the acclaimed LUMIX range to suit everyone from families to travellers, professional photographers to new users who want reliable point and shoot function. Panasonic's LUMIX cameras use Intelligent Auto Mode(iA), that makes complex decisions for you so you don't have to change settings every time shooting conditions change.
Plus for those who want to record the action, there are two new compact camcorders, the SDR-S50 and SDR-H, with 78x Optical Zoom.
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Introducing the new LUMIX G-series
Enter the LUMIX G2 and G10! Launching today, the latest models in its LUMIX G Micro System line-up of new-generation digital interchangeable lens system cameras. The LUMIX G2 features touchscreen shooting, a first for an interchangeable lens system camera, while the G10 includes functions such as Face Detection and Intelligent Resolution.
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Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games
Part of the Olympic Games since 1988, Panasonic's Sponsorship of the Winter Games included Audio and Visual Equipment, plus the Full HD 3D Theatre and the Panasonic song ‘Shall be done’, sung by international diva Sarah Brightman. Keep across the latest on the ‘One Winter, Five Dreams’ Blog and catch up with the news.
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Extended Warranty Service
Get peace of mind and no out-of-pocket expenses when you purchase a Panasonic Extended Warranty to cover parts and labour for up to 3 years. It's easy to extend online and with over 600 Panasonic Authorised Service Centres nationally with qualified Panasonic technicians, you can be assured of service!
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Connect with Panasonic
What's happening? Keep up with the most recent news and views by following Panasonic on Facebook and Twitter! Post your own comments, connect with owners, read reviews, and find out about the latest announcements as they happen. You can also contact Panasonic Customer Suport with your product related queries.
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Panasonic forges long-term partnership with Tennis Australia
Panasonic Australia will be associated with Tennis Australia's prestigious sporting events throughout the summer, commencing in January 2010 and continuing until 2012. Panasonic Australia is the official TV, Camera and Air Conditioning Sponsor of Tennis Australia and the Australian Open. Panasonic's market-leading products – LUMIX digital still cameras, VIErA TVs and Inverter Air Conditioning systems – will be aligned with Tennis Australia throughout the summer.
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Win with Panasonic's Christmas Promotions
Choose the gift you really want when you buy one of the Panasonic products included in our Christmas promotions. We have a range of fantastic offers this Christmas when you buy Tough LUMIX Cameras, Inverter Microwaves, Tough Cordless Phones and Blu-ray Home Theatre Systems.
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Panasonic Inverter Air Conditioners - the Smartest Guys in the Room
Keep cool with the new range of Panasonic Inverter Air Conditioners, and you'll agree they are the smartest guys in the room. Inverter technology constantly monitors the air in your home, patrolling its temperature and purity so you stay comfortable. And with energy-saving performance that ranks among the highest in the industry, electricity consumption and CO2 emissions are reduced for an environment-friendly operation.
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Purchase a Full HD Plasma TV and receive a fantastic Christmas Bonus Pack!
You asked for it! Panasonic spreads Christmas cheer with more gifts! With the relaunch of the popular VIERA Bonus HD promotion you now have a choice of two bonus gifts. Buy a Panasonic VIERA Full High Definition Plasma TV before 24 December 2009 and choose your bonus – either a Tough LUMIX Camera Pack or a Wii Console & Games Pack. Terms and Conditions apply.
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Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games - One Winter, Five Dreams
Follow the dreams of 5 athletes competing in the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games.
Enter the Gold Blogger Competition to go into the draw to share the excitement of the games.
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Jessica Watson passes the 6000 nautical mile mark
Conditions are perfect as Jessica Watson reaches 6000 Nautical Miles on her epic voyage to be the youngest person to ever sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world. The 6,000nm mark means Jessica has completed over 25% of her 23,000nm voyage. Thanks to Panasonic's sponsorship, her inspirational voyage is being documented for the world to see.
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Panasonic Participates in TV Recycling Scheme
Panasonic will offer the expertise of some of the world's foremost e-waste recycling experts to the Australian Government, as the country begins the introduction of a national television recycling program. This is an example of Panasonic's commitment to preservation of the environment said Steve Rust, Managing Director, Panasonic Australia when interviewed by Sky News.
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Did you know?
What's happening? Keep up with the most recent news and views on Panasonic's official Facebook site and follow us on Twitter! Post your own comments, review products and find out about the latest announcements as they happen.
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New Panasonic Australia Business Systems Blog
The new Panasonic Business Systems Blog is designed to equip Australian businesses with relevant resources and useful insights, presenting a range of solutions for large and small businesses across a range of industries and sectors. Demonstrating and discussing the latest developments through case studies and white papers, this blog aims to provide valuable information to suit the full gamut of business needs. Visit the blog.
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LUMIX Ambassador Ken Duncan on Flickr
Get the most out of your Lumix and share your photos on Flickr, where you can get professional advice and tips from Group Curator and Lumix Ambassador Ken Duncan. Join the official home of Panasonic Lumix Australia on Flickr and post your best shots online! Join our Flickr group.
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The New Panasonic VIErA Neo Plasma Series
Introducing the thinnest, fastest, brightest, smartest Plasma TVs to ever hit the Australian market, Panasonic's 11 new VIErA Plasma TVs, redefine Plasma with a combination of revolutionary advancements. With NeoPDP (Next Generation Plasma Display Panels), this is Panasonic's most advanced range of plasma televisions. Find out more.
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Blu-ray Home Theatre Bonus Quickflix DVDs
Watch free movies for a year on your new Panasonic Blu-ray Home Theatre System! Buy a participating Panasonic Blu-ray Home Theatre System* and claim your BONUS 12 months Quickflix on-line Blu-ray and DVD rental. You'll receive 365 days at no charge on a Quickflix online DVD rental subscription. Get 2 DVDs at a time, 8 DVDs per month, valued at $239.40 RRP. Click for more.
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Cordless Phone Bonus Handset Promotion
Make a tough call easier this summer with a Bonus Shock and Splash Cordless Handset valued at $99.95 when you buy a Panasonic Cordless Phone. Ideal for calls when you're outdoors with the children, around the pool or in the garden. Click for more.
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1,000 HD LCD TVs to be won with Lumix!
Be a star in your own story! Panasonic's new Lumix Christmas promotion gives you the chance to get your face on television – a new Panasonic 32inch VIErA HD LCD television! Buy any Panasonic Lumix Camera before 3 January 2010, and you could instantly win a 32inch VIErA HD LCD television. There are 1,000 televisions to be won! Click for more.
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VIErA Bonus HD Promotion
Buy a Full HD VIErA and choose from 3 HD Bonus Gifts
When you buy any Full HD VIErA Plasma TV you get to claim 1 of 3 HD Bonus gifts. Choose from an HD Tough Lumix FT1 digital camera, HD Blu-ray Home Theatre or the HD Twin Tuner DVD Recorder! This offer is limited so please refer to the full T&C's. The promotion began 24/10/09 and ends at 11.59pm (AEDST) on 24/12/09, or until the gifts included in the promotion are exhausted, whichever occurs first. Click for more.
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Jessica Watson Panasonic Sponsorship
Jessica Watson's solo world sail is being recorded with Panasonic Cameras and Laptops. The 16-year-old Aussie adventurer Jessica Watson is living her dream to be the youngest person to ever sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world. And thanks to Panasonic's sponsorship, her inspirational voyage will be documented for the world to see. Read More.
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Kid Witness News New Vision Awards 2009
A film on global warming created by students at Mundingburra State School has won the 2009 KWN Regional Prize Australia, from KWN (Kid Witness News), a global video education program supported by Panasonic. The Global Warming Rap stars three penguins answering questions on the crucial issues. The students were also recognised for their technical excellence, taking home two National Spotlight Awards in the Special FX and Editing categories. See the winning videos.
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Panasonic Tech Tip on YouTube
We've just released the next instalment of Panasonic Tech Tips on YouTube! Check out the video AVCHD ‘Shoot, Share, Store’ with Panasonic. Our trainers bring you Tech Tips, with this episode detailing the Panasonic SD Link – an easy way to shoot, share and store all your photos and movies.
See the latest Tech Tip video here.
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Mooloolaba State School wins award in international short film competition
Students from Mooloolaba State School in Queensland have received a prestigious international filmmaking award as part of the Kid Witness News (KWN) Global Contest 2009.
Kid Witness News (KWN) is a global video education program supported by Panasonic, with the aim of encouraging students to think more deeply, explore their creativity and develop communication skills through the supply, teaching and use of technology in short film making. More than 120,000 children around the world have participated in the KWN program since it first began in the U.S. in 1989.
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Panasonic Inverter Air Conditioners for Energy Saving Performance
Panasonics new range of Inverter Air Conditioners have an eco-inspired, curved design, which is unique in the market. These distinctive, modern units will fit seamlessly into any Australian home, providing both
comfort and style. Panasonic also continues its commitment to energy savings and increased comfort by building on its renowned Inverter Technology. Not only does this save energy, it also provides more precise temperature control.
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Shoot Share and Store in High Definition with Panasonic's AVCHD
What's the easiest way to capture your special memories on your digital camera, view those images on your television and store them so you can show them anytime to family and friends? Panasonic's High Definition AVCHD technology makes it easier than ever. You can shoot, share and store your favourite pictures and video.
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Australia's only Blu-ray Disc recorder from Panasonic
Record, share, archive and experience the advanced capabilities and leading-edge features of Blu-ray! Panasonic's second-generation of Blu-ray recorders delivers cinema-like sight and sound in High Definition. No other format delivers the sight and sound quality of Blu-ray and only Panasonic delivers a Blu-ray recorder in Australia.
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Australia's only High Definition DVD recorder from Panasonic
Experience movies and sports events with cinema quality viewing at home, with vivid colours and high-resolution images, on new High Definition recording to DVD! Sports fans and movie goers who want the best in recording technology can now record in High Definition to Hard Drive with Panasonic's High Definition DVD recorder, the first in Australia. Archive in standard definition to DVD Disc to take your favourite shows wherever you wish.
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The LUMIX Waterproof, Shockproof & Dustproof still & video solution
A high quality camera that's tough or a tough camera that's high quality? Either way the new Lumix FT1 puts the competition to shame. A Leica lens, 12 megapixel resolution and HD video makes it easy to take both amazing shots and movies. Lumix Intelligent Auto makes it almost impossible to take a bad shot. Also being drop proof from 1.5m and waterproof to 3m makes it the camera you've been waiting for.
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Panasonic helps the Victorian Bushfire relief effort.
This national tragedy is unprecedented. Panasonic Australia has pledged to support those who have lost their homes as a result of the bushfires. As well as an immediate donation to the Red Cross to assist those affected, Panasonic will provide further support to the rebuilding effort in the coming months with products to be provided to families and school communities.
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VIERA CAST brings innovative, user-friendly internet enabled technology to Australian lounge rooms.
Panasonic Australia has unveiled a revolution in home entertainment, announcing the addition of VIERA CAST technology to its latest range of Blu-ray Players and Recorders and DVD Recorders with Twin HD Tuners.
VIERA CAST provides consumers with user-friendly internet enabled technology to access popular entertainment sites, You Tube™ and Google's Picasa™i Web Albums simply using their home broadband connection.
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AVCHD™ Lite video format is included on the tough Lumix DMC-FT1 and DMC-TZ7 still cameras.
In addition to Motion JPEG images, the FT1 and TZ7 Lumix cameras can record high-definition video in AVCHDTM Lite format. AVCHD Lite enables double the recording time in HD quality compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format. The FT1 and TZ7 also feature Dolby Digital Stereo Creator to record high quality audio, so you can match the beautiful motion images with outstanding stereo sound. So now within two cameras one rugged and one with 12x zoom you can take high quality still pictures and high-definition video.
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SD Card links technology together and enables easy file sharing and storage
This year more than ever Panasonic will use the extremely popular SD Card storage media to enable easy viewing, sharing and archiving of your precious memories and recordings. The SD Card with capacities currently up to 32GB means you can record HD video on your Lumix camera or your Panasonic Camcorder and then take the card and place it into the SD Card slot on your Viera TV and play back immediately in the comfort of your lounge room!
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Australia to switch off Analogue TV broadcasting in 2013:
The Australian Government recently announced the timetable for the digital switch over (analogue switch-off) which will be phased in across Australia, region by region, between 1 January 2010 and 31 December 2013.
Panasonic has completed the digital switch over across its full home entertainment range, years ahead of the 2013 switch-over deadline. Since July 2008, Panasonics entire range of VIERA Plasma and LCD TVs, DVD Recorders and Blu-ray Recorders have featured built-in digital tuners, so consumers can enjoy digital broadcasting now and in the future digital-only era.
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Experience Panasonics best-ever range of VIERA Plasma and LCD TVs.
Considering upgrading your current TV? Choose a Panasonic VIERA Full-HD or High Definition Plasma or LCD TV, and experience picture quality, sound, connectivity and style like never before
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Revolutionise your home entertainment with Australias first stand-alone Blu-ray Disc" Recorder
From June, you can experience the amazing new Panasonic DMR-BW500. This is the first stand-alone Blu-ray Disc™ Recorder to be released in Australia, and the first to be launched by Panasonic outside of Japan!
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Turn your living room into a Full-HD Cinema, with Panasonic Blu-ray Disc" Home Theatre Package
If youve got a busy lifestyle – or a sizeable family – going to the movie cinema can often be a challenging exercise, and an expensive luxury! But now, with Panasonics Blu-ray Disc™ Theatre, you can bring all the quality and fun of the cinema – into your living room!
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Double the enjoyment - with Panasonic's DVD Recorder and twin HD Tuners.
When it comes to home entertainment, Panasonics DMR-XW300 DVD Recorder sets new standards in performance and design. If features super quality, twin high definition digital tuners – so you need never miss your favourite show in high definition or SD digital. Plus, you can record two high definition programs at once!
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Panasonic shares the Olympic passion by sponsoring four top Aussie Olympians
The Beijing 2008 Olympic Games are almost here – and when our Australian team heads to China in August, Panasonic will be proudly sponsoring four key athletes – Matt Shirvington, Tamsyn Lewis, Bronte Barratt and Ky Hurst.
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Panasonic backs Australian Rugby for another four years
This month, Panasonic has announced that we will be extending our sponsorship of Australian Rugby Union for another four years. We have been involved with Australian Rugby for three years already, and will now continue the partnership to the end of 2011, when the next Rugby World Cup takes place in New Zealand.
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Create memories that will last forever with a Panasonic SD Card Camcorder
Create memories that will last forever with a Panasonic SD Card Camcorder
You can now shoot pristine quality video anywhere with the versatile new range of Panasonic SD (Secure Digital) Card Camcorders Whether its filming on the ski slopes, capturing babys first steps or filming turtles on a tropical Island, theres a Panasonic SD Card Camcorder thats strong enough and small enough to fit into your life.
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Panasonic brings you the magic moments of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games
Panasonic Australia is proud to announce their partnership with Channel 7 as Telecast Partner of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games broadcast. This year, the International Olympic Committee as well as Channel 7 and many other international broadcasters will for the first time use hundreds of Panasonic HD cameras to capture every second of every event at every venue. So when the next Olympic moment sticks in your memory, chances are itll be all the more vivid thanks to Panasonic professional broadcast equipment.
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Get up close and personal with the Panasonic DMP-BD30 Blu-ray Disc" Player
Take entertainment to the next level with 1080p Full-HD picture quality, as well as Dolby娛rueHD and DTS"-HD surround sound. With five times the capacity of a DVD disc and access to never seen before features, spending the night in has never been more appealing. So what are you waiting for? Get your finger on the pulse of the latest Blu-ray technology.
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Get the big picture with Panasonics latest LUMIX cameras
Capturing picture perfect memories is easy when youve got the right technology. Panasonics new range of Lumix digital cameras come with a range of easy to use features, including Intelligent Auto Mode (iA), so everyone can take beautiful images.
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Panasonic Microwave Exclusive: Inverter Cooking Technology!
Cooking for a busy family has never been easier! The smart, new 42 litre Panasonic Inverter features innovative Inverter Technology which emits even power to ensure your meals stay fresh and full of flavour. It also combines all the features of a traditional oven with the convenience and ease of a microwave.
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Get online quickly and easily - with a Panasonic HD-PLC Ethernet Adaptor
If you work from home, or have a family thats often online, you need a fast, reliable and powerful way to connect to the internet. With Panasonics new High Definition Power Line Communication Ethernet Adaptor, you can connect from every power outlet in your home!1 You can even easily establish a secure home network. Its fast, reliable, and removes the need for unsightly wires.
1A Broadband service subscription is required.
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Be the face of Yahoo!7 at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games!
Right now, Panasonic is giving you the chance to become the face of Yahoo!7 at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. All you have to do is submit an audition video that shows us what youd be like as a commentator!
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Simplify and consolidate your home entertainment with HDMI
Today, we rely on a huge range of devices to provide our home entertainment from computers and high definition DVD players to game consoles and digital TVs. Wouldnt it be great if you could connect all these units into the one, streamlined solution? With HDMI cable technology from Panasonic, you can!
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