Duratec boss Chris Oates has heralded a year of “solid operational performance” for the company, as several records fell in FY26.
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A Canyon Resources shareholder who owns 0.1 per cent of its listed stock is challenging a bid by its major holder to acquire the African bauxite aspirant.
The property fund has purchased close to $60 million of industrial assets from Lester Group.
Lynas Rare Earths’ profit has swelled to $222 million as the only heavy rare earths producer ex-China capitalises on market demand for the defence-critical commodity.
Productivity Commission chief Angela Jackson has described Premier Roger Cook’s language in response to the review of the GST as “unacceptable”.
Country music has lost one of its most recognizable and influential figures. Dolly Parton died Tuesday at age 80 in Nashville, Tennessee, following a brief battle with cancer, according to a statement from her team. For generations of fans, Parton was much more than a country singer. Her career stretched across nearly six decades and established her as a celebrated songwriter, performer, actress and businesswoman. She sold more than 100 million records, earned numerous Grammy Awards and became one of country music’s most enduring stars. News of her death was announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, who served as her…
Australia’s biggest supermarket chain has boosted its annual profit by 18 per cent, despite a challenging economic environment that has strained household budgets.
Nine Entertainment has increased its full-year net profit as it continues to focus on its streaming and broadcast assets.
The case against former Fiji Broadcasting Corporation chief executive officer Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and FBC chief financial officer Vimlesh Sagar has been closed. FICAC Counsel Setefano Komaibaba filed a nolle prosequi this morning in the Suva Magistrates Court, following the prosecution’s inability to summon two of its main witnesses to give evidence during the trial. Sayed-Khaiyum was charged with one count of abuse of office and one count of general dishonesty causing a loss, while Sagar faced one count of general dishonesty causing a loss. The charges relate to alleged legal proceedings and payments involving FBC. Sayed-Khaiyum was accused of initiating…
The proposed $8 living wage is gaining support from members of the public who say hardworking Fijian families are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living. For workers earning low wages, the proposed increase is being viewed not simply as a pay rise, but as a way to better meet everyday household expenses. Twenty-eight-year-old Security Officer, Josevata Waqa of Bilo Settlement in Veisari, Lami, supports the proposal, saying he believes it is about time workers receive better wages. Shynal Dhrishika of Tamavua-Sakoca also supports the proposed living wage, saying the cost of living has become too high…