Testimonials

We like to bring good news to members about purchasing through the group via unsolicited testimonials. This month we have several.

COS Monthly Newsletter    

Just letting you know that during my investigation about price comparisons between OfficeMax and COS that I've found Craig Stevens very easy to deal with and extremely prompt in replying to emails.  He has set me up to buy already and sent me a catalogue.  Very quick service.  Here are a few price comparisons to start you off:

                OfficeMax own brand retractable pens - box of 12                          $14.99 (ex GST)

                COS own brand retractable pens - box of 12                                       $  2.63 (ex GST)

                OfficeMax own brand whiteboard markers -wallet of six              $11.99 (ex GST)

                COS own brand whiteboard markers - for six                                     $  4.98 (ex GST)

                OfficeMax Spirax A4 240 page side spiral bound books                   $4.09 (ex GST)

                COS Spirax A4 240 page side spiral bound books                                $1.96 (ex GST)

                OfficeMax Imation CD-R 50 spindal printable CDs                              $21.99 (ex GST)

                COC Imation CD-R 40 spindal printable CDs                                           $18.33 (ex GST)

Linda Corner   

Administration Coordinator Shoalhaven
Youthworks Outdoors   

One of our CSCBG members recently received a quote for 200 Sebel Chairs in 50 x 4 gangs through a local distributor who assured our member that he was receiving a specially discounted price. When CSCBG was demonstrating our web enquiry service we were able to demonstrate that the enquiry was responded to by phone within 10 minutes with an extremely favourable quote.

The local supplier had quoted $175 + GST.

CSCBG was able to achieve a price of $83.36 + GST for the exact make, model and colour.

CSCBG were able to deliver a saving of 52.36%

Our member was convinced and placed their order with Sebel through CSCBG.

"I recently had occasion to travel overseas with my family. We had a need to purchase travel insurance to protect our luggage and against any unforeseen circumstances. My wife had obtained a quote from the travel agency where we had purchased our accommodation and travel.

The agent quoted $256.00 for the cover. I recalled that the CSCBG preferred Supplier for Insurance was Greg Thomas from GJIC so as a personal member of CSCBG, I called him in this regard.

He recommended an online policy, which ultimately offered a better cover and provided the cover for $161.00. I saved 37% on the original quote or $95 for a superior product as well."  

Electricity savings Trial yields great savings for CSCBG members.

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New Alliance

Vesco Foods    

NSW Christian Venues Association members, recentlly tested the quality and flavour of our newest alliance partners products at their recent Member development day.  

Vesco Foods has been Australia's leading manufacturer of premium frozen meals and meal components for more than 35 years.  

Using more than 1, 500 different ingredients and producing an extensive range of over 300 products, Vesco has built its foundation on traditional philosophies of excellence in quality, service and value.

Since 1974, Vesco Foods has evolved into the innovative and progressive manufacturer it is today, supplying prepared frozen complete meals, meal components, desserts, pasta bakes and lasagnes. With our investments in modern European equipment and our continuity to achieve the most stringent quality control requirements, we offer our customers premium quality meat and top-end products.

We are passionate about taste and quality, but we are also passionate about health so many of our products are prepared to help maintain a healthy lifestyle. Our team of experienced Chefs and innovative food technology deliver the most relevant product at the best value.

The products are available through Bidvest and PFD. Speak to your foodservice distributors representative or contact Fred Holman  at fred.holman@vescofoods.com.au

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Bidvest Fresh- Market update

New Product

Knorr Roux

 Are you sick of lumpy sauces and lackluster soups? New KNORR Roux is the PERFECT ingredient to thicken your sauces and soups by helping to ensure a smooth finished product without the hassle of making a roux from scratch. Simply bring your soup or sauce that needs thickening to the boil, add the required amount of KNORR Roux and whisk!'

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Food Product Recall

Patties Foods Ltd is conducting a voluntary recall of a specific batch of Four'N Twenty meat pies as a precautionary measure, following detection of some pieces of plastic in a limited number of products.

The affected 6 pack product has been available for sale at Coles Supermarkets, Bi Lo, Woolworths Supermarkets, and Independent Supermarkets.  The affected Single wrap product has been available at various Convenience Stores, Take Away outlets and various Foodservice outlets from January 2011. Both products are being withdrawn from sale.

Patties Foods is taking this precautionary action in the interests of public safety and as part of its commitment to provide high quality products to its customers.

Customers have been asked to dispose of any affected product and raise the appropriate paperwork/documentation.  Patties Foods invites customers to contact their representative or the Customer Service team on 1800 650 069 (toll free) if they have any questions.

An advertisement advising of this voluntary recall will appear in the major National Newspapers on 08/04/11.

Patties Foods is investigating this isolated incident thoroughly to determine the root cause and eliminate the chance of recurrence of a similar incident.

We are undertaking this voluntary recall to protect the well-being of our consumers, along with our reputation as a quality producer.

Patties Foods sincerely apologises for any inconvenience caused by this recall.

Recalled Product:

Four'N Twenty Traditional Meat Pies (6 pack) 1.05kg
Four'N Twenty Meat Pie (single pack) 175g

BEST BEFORE 12 JUL 2012
BEST BEFORE 13 JUL 2012
BEST BEFORE 14 JUL 2012

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