Review: Serious concerns about transparency and "open box" practices - proceed with caution…read more I am posting this review so other consumers can make an informed decision before purchasing from Centre Com. I attended the Centre Com Nunawading store intending to purchase a new laptop. I was advised by staff that it would be quicker to order the same model online rather than wait in store, so I followed that advice. At the time of purchase, the laptop was presented as a normal product listing. It did not state that it was "open box" or second-hand. After the purchase was completed, the situation changed. My receipt later showed the item as "open box", and the product link was removed entirely rather than remaining live as "sold out" or "no longer available", which is the usual retail practice. That alone raised serious concerns about transparency. When the laptop arrived, it was clearly not new. The internal seal was broken, protective packaging was missing, and there were visible scratches on both the casing and the screen. This is not consistent with what most consumers would reasonably understand as a simple "open box" item. A scratched display indicates prior use or handling beyond inspection. I contacted Centre Com immediately with photos and requested an exchange. Instead of addressing the condition of the product, I was repeatedly told that scratches and visible damage were "consistent with open box". This position was maintained despite the fact that "open box" was not clearly disclosed at the time of purchase. By the time a refund was eventually offered, sales events had ended, leaving me financially worse off. The handling of the matter, the shifting description of the product after purchase, and the refusal to provide a like-for-like replacement have left me with serious concerns about Centre Com's practices. I am now pursuing the matter through formal consumer channels. Advice to other buyers: Do not assume products are new unless it is explicitly stated at checkout. Be cautious with any listing that later changes description or disappears. Get written confirmation of condition before purchasing, or consider alternative retailers. This review reflects my personal experience and is shared to help others avoid a similar situation.

I buy a lot of stuff from Centre Com. The prices are always competitive; stock is usually good (and…read morethey will quickly get in anything they are out of); staff are friendly and well informed. The Elsternwick store is a bit on the small side so the range can sometimes be a bit limited, but the Clayton Super Store is like a Bunnings. If they haven't got it - it hasn't been invented yet.

We recently worked with Ross and Chris to put together a new website for Pavey Angus, and once…read moreagain, they delivered outstanding support. Having worked with them in previous businesses, I knew to expect a simple, professional, and effective approach -- and they absolutely lived up to that. Their communication was clear, the process was smooth, and they made what could have been a complicated project feel easy and well-managed. It's always a pleasure working with people who genuinely know their stuff and care about delivering a great result. Highly recommend Ross and Chris for anyone looking to build a website with confidence.

Wayne Lynch designs custom made jewellry to order, and is well known for making beautiful pieces…read morefor every occasion - or if your partner is sweet enough, just because! I have a beautiful white gold bracelet that was given to me for my 21st birthday, and it is a piece I will hold onto. I didnt design it myself, but I know that the bracelet was made exactly as ordered, and came in on time. The quality of the bracelet is top notch and came in a beautiful little case for safe keeping. They do specialise in engagement and wedding rings, so if you are looking for something specific, you might like to enquire here. Wayne Lynch takes appointments for these types of bookings, so if you are interested, give them a call before you go in.

I used Kristine's resume service back in 2004 when I lived in Melbourne. Kristine asked me a lot of…read morequestions to understand what I felt I was good at, then presented it in such a way that looked appealing from the potential employers perspective. I have received many many interviews from her resume and have updated it over the years using the techniques I learned from meeting her. The initial resume helped me get my first job in the USA for an IT firm. It has been great since then. The resume got me a job working with the 3D film company that filmed Avatar. It also got me with some contract work, and my current job working with a large corporation. I recently had an interview at Apple, in California, because of the resume that I posted on their jobs site. The interview with 10 insanely bright Apple employees! It went really well, but I don't want to move up there right now, even though it was a great experience going to the mother ship. I am very happy with my job and where I live in Southern California. It's funny because I got the resume in Australia, and it has helped me with all my jobs in the USA. I did not shorten the resume or do anything different than what Krisitine suggested for Australian employers. The small amount of money I invested with Kristine's service is still helping me to this day! Thanks so much Kristine and Resumes Enclosed!

We have used this cleaning service twice and they are great. The clean was so thorough they even…read morecleaned top of cupboards in the kitchen, washing down the ceiling, and totally clean the range hood. Every room is superbly cleaned. I will definitely be contacting you to book again in about a month or so.

After 2 years of building a new home, moving in prior to completion, and living through…read moreconstruction and dust, we found House cleaning Melbourne excellent, accommodating and thorough. The cleaners always arrive prompt and are very friendly and courteous even taking off their shoes before entering my place. I like that they use natural ingredients no chemicals or nasty things for you (or them) to breathe in. Totally recommend your company!

In my whole life i found great service website design and development services from Clinton. He…read moredevelop our website and he did on time service. In my option they are best website design company in Carrum Downs. I recommend to all.

Kenny and the Sunshine Girls sounds more like a sixties pop band than a hair salon, but they are…read moredefinitely channeling that kind of charm. This small salon just oozes cool. Painted flamingo on the walls, vintage teacups to sip your Earl Grey from, and retro vanity tables to be pampered at. Oh, and Kenny - Kenny is the very chirpy budget that watches over your hair transformation. The most refreshing part of my trip to Kenny was not that I walked out feeling like an absolute babe with fresh and healthy hair to boot, it was that these ladies really KNOW what they're doing. Rather than being asked "what would you like done?" as I all too often hear when I sit in front of that oversized mirror, my bewitching hairdresser Poppy actually STUDIED my hair. She asked me questions about how I style it, how often I use heat on it (my hair was not in good shape) and after 5-10 minutes, actually recommended the best cut/colour for me, yet still humoured my request to "look like Swifty." I have very damaged hair and have long yearned for a hair doctor -- these ladies are just that. Once my last strand of hair was styled to perfection, I braced myself for that ever-stressful moment at the counter (let's face it, you never really know how much it's going to be) and was pleasantly surprised. I'm not one to talk money but I can tell you it was around half the cost of my last haircut and colour but way, WAY better.

Amazing!!! Haven't had a haircut for a good year and I'm so incredibly happy I chose to come here!…read more Such a great haircut, staff were so lovely and the little things were like the cherry on top of the cake (sitting down and immediately having a water without being asked, draped in a hair towel from basin to chair was so lovely etc.) I'm so happy with my hair cut and I will be coming back!

We used Stanefree Cleaning Services after we moved house, my wife and i stress our concern to Rob…read moreabout getting our Bond back and he assured us that we will have nothing to worry about, we found Rob and his team very professional at what they done for us and there prices at a very good rate, and the best thing is that they never rushed the cleaning and they made it about us, thanks Stanefree Cleaning Services and we got our bond back and the agent told us it was much cleaner now from when we moved in 3 years ago