The front-loader 11 kg washing machine from Fisher and Paykel, which comes in a subtle graphite colour, has a 4.5-star water and energy rating.

Features and benefits include:

• 25 fabric care cycles – including Denim, Handwash, Sports and Wool.
• LCD display – the easy-to-use display provides a simple interface to select wash modes.
• Steam Refresh mode – the 20-minute cycle removes odours so clothes can be worn again without a full wash cycle (suitable for lightly worn clothes, musty stored garments and soft furnishings), while steam reduces creases to save time spent ironing.
• Hygiene mode – Allergy and Sanitise features provide extra protection for your clothes, killing more than 99.9% of bacteria and reducing allergens.
• Quiet mode – reduces cycle noise, perfect for late night washing.
• ActiveIntelligence – intelligent sensors determine the load size and soil level before dispensing detergent and adjusting wash time, for over 1200 possible wash combinations. 
• Auto Dose – dispenses the exact amount of liquid detergent required based on load size, resulting in less waste and less detergent residue, which prolongs the life of your garments.
• Customization – shorten your total wash time with the Speed option, or choose Eco to wash more sustainably.