Insights

The glimmer of hope in Spain's GDP numbers won't be enough to drag it out of a lost decade. With few levers available, the Spanish government can only cut its way to growth - a policy that's unlikely to work.

Apple Tree Inn in Donnybrook WA is trying to grow its online presence and gain patrons for its restaurant, bar and backpackers. Rather than engage in expensive marketing programs, find out how the owners can use happy customers and social media to drum up business.

Proxy votes suggest miner's directors and remuneration report will be endorsed.

Local market gains after sell-offs yesterday and falls on international markets.

Chair Terence Richardson still backs Canadian takeover offer.

The dairy company's chairman Terence Richardson still backs the Canadian takeover offer.

A smaller outdoor format and the healthy performance of APN Media's radio business backdrop the market's love affair with the company.

Coles sales growth may appear to be slowing. That's a product of past success.

Firefighters have plenty of ideas about disaster management, and climate change is an integral element of that discussion.

The choice of business model used by power companies is set to determine whether smart grids halt the so-called electricity demand 'death spiral'.

The AEMC has set the stage for a shake-up of Australia's solar PV scene. Cool heads are needed to ensure the most equitable approach to solar's next chapter.

Local market little changed after falls on global bourses overnight.

Solar PV owners are in the gun as 'stakeholder' concerns gain traction. But energy authorities should look hard at solar demand profiles before applying blanket charges.

Miner to restore reputation, strengthen balance sheet after a 'tough year'.

Kevin Ball to replace Austen Perrin as chief financial officer from December.

THE Commonwealth Property Office Fund's latest property valuations are likely to weigh against the company when it comes to lobbying the Dexus consortium to sweeten its $3 billion takeover bid for the office landlord.