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30 January 2012 - Switched Entertainment powerboard now available

New slimline model with 4 surge protected outlets ideal for home and office. Black to match modern decors.

28 December 2011 - Double travel adaptors now available

To complement our travel adaptor range we have added surge protected DOUBLE versions of the three most popular outbound tourist adaptors. Run two appliances from the one single outlet for extra convenience. There are double versions suitable for travel to popular destinations including Hong Kong, United Kingdom, Bali, Europe, USA, Canada and more.

29 November 2011 - Partnership with Byron for Door Chimes in Australia

Byron is the largest manufacturer of door chimes sold throughout the United Kingdom and Europe. Through a partnership with Jackson Industries, this range has now been brought to Australia complementing the existing Jackson range of products. The premium Byron range of products includes both wired and wireless door chimes and accessories.

Please see the Byron Australia website for full details about this range.

16 November 2011 - Remote controlled power outlets

This set of 3 individual receivers and a handheld master remote will allow you to turn power points on and off from a distance of up to 20 meters. Easy to install and suitable for lamps, small appliances and hard to reach power outlets. This new product is easily expandable by simply adding more receivers. As part of the Jackson Green Saver range you will reduce power wastage and save money. Available in most major retailers.

28 July 2011 - Two Outlet Energy Saving Powerboard Released

This handy surge protected double outlet version of our best-selling Energy Saving powerboard is ideal for operating two appliances (master and slave) and reducing standby power. Alternatively, simply connect a standard powerboard to the slave socket and install additional peripherals to your computer and home entertainment systems on this powerboard. Another innovative addition to the Jackson Green Saver range of power and money saving products. Available as of July in major retailers.

20 May 2011 - LED Nightlight Released

Just in time for Winter this automatic nightlight is now available. A photoelectric cell will turn the LED light on when surrounds are dim and off again when light. Energy efficient and economical and will last up to 100,000 hours and you can expect it to cost less that 5c per month to operate. With safety in mind the light is cool to touch and is ideal for nurseries, bedrooms, hallways and kitchen.

25 April 2011 - Colour coded powerboard launched

Colour coded powerboard launched. Unique and Patented. This surge protected 5 outlet powerboard features coloured sockets and is ideal for use with home entertainment and computer systems. Allows you to easily tag (comes with two sets of corresponding write-on coloured tags) and identify which peripheral is connected to each socket. Allows for easy disconnection and reconnection of accessories when relocating or adding to your entertainment or computer set up. Now available in retailers nationally.

25 February 2011 - International worldwide "all in one" travel adaptor released.

Unique "all in one" worldwide travel adaptor - Approved to Australian Standards. Adapt suitable Australian and New Zealand appliances in 150 countries globally. Features 2xUSB charging ports to charge most Apple products, cellular phones, portable GSP and much more. Fantastic accessory for international travellers on business or pleasure. Includes surge protection feature to help prevent damage to expensive equipment while travelling.

03 February 2011 - Rack Mount Power Distribution - Standard 19" size

Rack Mount Power Distribution - Standard 19" size. Now available in 6 outlet (1RU) and 12 outlet (2RU) versions. Commercial and high end domestic applications. Surge protection and features easy install 1.8m IEC type power lead, indicator lights and spaced sockets. Contact our Commercial and Trade Manager for more information.

19 November 2010 - Travel scales released to complement our travel accessory offer

Jackson release new travel scales. Ideal for tourists travelling overseas. Help to avoid excess baggage charges by using these lightweight scales to weight your luggage prior to departure. Model SCA01 features a large digital readout (metric and imperial readings), sturdy construction and can weigh baggage up to 44kgs.

19 November 2010 - Jackson release video showing outdoor power (festive) range - showing use and installation

06 October 2010 - 2010 festive range now available in major outlets.

New range of single outbound travel adaptors to popular overseas destinations now available in major retailers. It's the festive season and time to decorate the exterior your home. Do it the easy and safe way with a selection of Jackson product suitable to outdoor use. Easy to set up and fully portable these products are now in major retailers.

09 September 2010 - Updated and Repackaged range of CAT5E networking cable released.

New high visibility hang sell packs now in stores. Now available in popular 1, 2, 3, 5, 10 and 15m lengths suitable for commercial and domestic applications.

05 August 2010 - Handy replacement power leads to suit computers and appliances now available in stores.

New range of single outbound travel adaptors to popular overseas destinations now available in major retailers. News page - 1.2m replacement leads are now in stores. IEC plug to 240V plug to suit most home office equipment including computers. Figure 8 plug to 240v to suit hi fi and audio appliances.

05 July 2010 - Increased electricity rates are effective pushing the cost of power upward to most homes. Help to minimise your power bill.

Power price increases are effective July 1st Continuing to push the average cost of a domestic power bill up. The Jackson PT9778 Energy saving power board will assist to minimise your power bill by automatically reducing the amount of "stand by power" that your appliances consume.

05 June 2010 - New range of single outbound travel adaptors to popular overseas destinations now available in major retailers.

The destinations most frequently travelled to Australian and New Zealand tourists are all covered in this new Jackson offer. Single lightweight power adaptors are now available in stores with the extensive and easy to read compatibllity listing for quick reference. Over 150 separate countries are covered by 3 popular adaptors.

20 May 2010 - POWERHAND product released

Jackson is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of our new unique powerboard design substituting the usual strip for a series of short leads. These leads allow power to be availabe to all sockets, even when bulky plugpacks are used which would cover adjacent sockets on traditional strip design powerboards

05 May 2010 - Apple release iPad in Australia. Jackson power product with USB charging outlets is compatible.

The Jackson range of power boards and adaptors that feature USB charging outlets is compatible with most appliances that use USB as a charging method. This includes most iPhone, iTouch, iPods and also the iPad. The Jackson USB charging products works with most portable navigation systems, PDAs and cellular telephones

24 December 2009 - Spiral Wrap Cable Management product released

Jackson is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of our new cable management product, the CM200 Spiral Wrap to tidy up unsightly cables.

22 December 2009 - Multi Voltage 1A/500mA Switchmode Power Pack

Jackson is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of our new MEPS Certified Switchmode Power Adaptor. Suitable for powering a broad range of electronic devices