Sale of Australian dairy production assets risks further consolidation in an industry that farmers say already has too many unfair market pressures.
Controversy over the cancelled flights clouds the good news on the airline’s bumper A$1.74b profit.
Opinion polls suggest declining support for the ‘Yes’ case.
Analysts say ANZ has a slim chance of success, and that regulators would prefer a deal between smaller regional banks.
NZ arms of Kmart, Bunnings and Blackwoods all solid performers, but inflationary environment impacting trading environment.
Australia will be older, potentially poorer and much hotter by 2062, according to a Government report.
In his last full year at the airline, Alan Joyce delivered a record underlying profit, but Qantas still faces criticism over cost cutting and class action from disgruntled customers.
The deal continues consolidation in Australasian insurance and establishes Marsh as a major player.
Glenbrook plant owner's result was still the third best in the company's history, and shareholders liked the dividend and buyback.
Economists say the data means the RBA is unlikely to hike interest rates in September.