British Expats - Cheap Electricals etc

Hi Guys.

Well we finally found the apartment of our dreams - only had to look a 40!!! and now need to furnish it. As a lot of you have already found, Sydney is a touch expensive for rentals and we now need to find somewhere to buy things for it. We are aware of fantastic furniture and ikea, but would love some other options. Also, can anyone suggest places for discount electricals such as fidges, washing machines and stuff. All ideas are helpful and happy to post our experiences later.
Many thanks and best wishes to those on the waiting game
Chris