Bringing a Canadian made Fireplace back to Australia

Hi There, I am an Australian living temporarily in the US. Normally I live in NSW (Murrumbateman) just outside of Canberra. I want to put a fireplace into my home in Murrumbateman when I return to Australia and I have been looking at different types over here. I was wondering if the Pellet systems are being used in Australia yet? They are very popular here in the US. They are also a lot cheaper to buy here and if they meet Australian standards I was thinking of bringing one back with me to be installed in my Aussie home. I have a link below for you to look at and let me know if this type of fireplace would be acceptable in Australia and if the pellets are even available in Australia.

http://www.harmanstoves.com/Products/Accentra-52i-Pellet-Insert.aspx

Alternatively, if pellets are not a thing in Australia yet - what about a wood fireplace such as this one at the link below:

http://www.quadrafire.com/Products/Voyageur-Grand-Wood-Insert.aspx

I want to ensure these fireplaces would meet Australian standards. I can't seem to find anywhere in Australia that sell fireplace inserts like these beautiful ornate porcelain types. All I can find is boxy metal types. Perhaps you could point me in the direction of a company in Australia that sells this type of thing. They are so much cheaper here in the US so your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Please let me know if you require any further or more specific information. The pellet system would be my preference - it seems to be very economical and clean and efficient but if it's not happening in Australia yet then a wood fire would suffice.

Thank you. From Sandra

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Sandra Cohayney

Hi Sandra,

Harman Stoves are not sold in Australia but there are plenty of pellet heaters that have been tested and are being sold in Australia.

The Quadrafire unit you mentioned has been tested in Australia and is available for purchase.

Regards,

Demi Brown,
General Manager,
Australian Home Heating Association

Australian Home Heating Association

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