A setback for the Westfield empire
The decision to defer a critical vote on the $70 billion restructure of the Westfield empire will give shareholders time to digest the implications of a 'No' vote. But the debacle could have been avoided with better disclosure.
FIRB approves Baosteel, Aurizon bid for Aquila
Foreign Investment Review Board has no objection to takeover deal.
WRT proxy vote falls short
$70bn proposal fails to win support from proxy votes, shareholders on floor still to vote.
Funtastic shares halted ahead of update
Toy distributor's shares placed in trading halt as company prepares to update investors.
Some good news amid Australia's capex decline
Despite the collapse in mining investment driving a fall in new capital expenditures, an expected increase in investment in the services sector is an encouraging sign for the economy.
China's gloomy forecast for iron ore miners
While big miners continue to ramp up iron ore production, a new report from China's key economic planning agency points to a dramatic slowdown in the country's demand for steel.
Interview with Sunpower chief Tom Werner part 2
Part 2 of Climate Spectator interview with Sunpower's CEO looks at how he sees solar becoming competitive without subsidies, the value in being owned by an oil company, and prospects for off-grid solar in Australia.
Have renewables slayed the fossilised monster?
Blanket claims that renewables are now competitive with fossil fuels often neglect to consider the often very specific circumstances that drive power project costs. These mean that it's not quite time to declare victory just yet.
New tactics see CSG protests gain the upper hand
Canny digital politicking as well as the willingness to form unholy alliances has the anti-CSG campaign winning - and also heralding a new era in protest.
Six of the best inventions from Aussie families
Families have long been the pioneers behind some of the world's most important and iconic inventions. Here are six of Australia's finest.
Aust stocks edge lower at open
Local market falls slightly in early trade following decline on Wall Street ahead of US data.
European solar slows again, but next chapter looms
Europe is set for a third yet of declining solar demand as funding reductions in Germany, Italy, and Greece outweigh the increasing grid-parity effect.
Hackers hijacked my iPhone, help!
This week Australian Apple device owners were the latest victims of a ransomware attack. How did it happen, and what should you do if you're targeted?
Rio Tinto flags Oyu Tolgoi job cuts
Miner says deteriorating industry conditions behind move; adds a board member.
Toll reaffirms FY guidance
Services provider expects restructure to generate savings of up to $12m from FY15.