ConstructionCrane rejects Fletcher's $1b takeover offerCrane Group has told its shareholders to reject Fletcher Building's A$740 million ($989 million) takeover bid.19 Dec 11:20 PM
BDBDRetailMichael Hill family renews push for controlThe family of Michael Hill International's founder has renewed its attempt to take control of the jewellery chain.19 Dec 09:30 PM
BusinessCSR $2.3b sale going aheadNew Zealand regulators have given the nod to the sale of CSR's sugar and energy business, Sucrogen, to Asianagribusiness Wilmar International for A$1.75 billion ($2.3 billion).15 Dec 05:20 PM
ConstructionTarget wary of surprise Fletcher bidAnalysts mixed on wisdom of Crane takeover.15 Dec 04:30 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateChina adds to positive tone on world marketsEquities on Wall Street began the final five-day trading week of the year on a positive note amid takeover news and optimism about the global economy.13 Dec 06:45 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateReserve Bank pushes for power of veto over big bank purchasesThe Reserve Bank of New Zealand is pressing for the power of veto over significant purchases by the country's banks.06 Dec 10:30 PM
EnergyRio Tinto bids to take over RiversdaleRio Tinto Group, the world's third-largest mining company, has made a A$3.5 billion ($4.53 billion) takeover proposal for Riversdale Mining, which is developing coal mines in Africa.06 Dec 04:30 PM
BDBDCompaniesSmartPay confirms push for ASX listingEftpos company SmartPay has confirmed it is seeking an ASX listing.05 Dec 11:00 PM
