Staff Reporters

Macquarie Bank Ltd increased its relevant interest from 9,650,000 ordinary shares (11.17%) to 15,250,000 ordinary shares (13.54%)

Sandvik AB increased its relevant interest from 76,271,569 ordinary shares (81.96%) to 77,567,786 ordinary shares (83.36%)

Report that Eastland Technology Australia Pty Ltd (ETA) has failed in its application to seek special leave for a hearing at the High Court regarding the case against Whisson et al, in relation to the

Advise that they have agreed, subject to shareholder approval, to make a placement of 16 million new shares at an issue price of 5 cents per share to raise $800,000 before costs.

THE marketing of Western Australia as a destination for Asian tourists has stepped up a gear with the launch of online campaigns in Japan and South Korea.

THE use of skilled immigration programs versus the training and use of local labour is a vexed issue in all industries.

Proposed code: MMR, Issue price: $0.20, Principal activities: pooled development fund, Corporate: Seng Yap (chairman), David Breeze (executive director), Charles Murphey (executive director), K.O Yap

Ground Floor, 47 Colin Street, WEST PERTH, WA 6005; Ph: (08) 9321 7355, Fax: (08) 9321 7399

This measure includes a suite of proposals to sweep away the current tax complexities faced by retirees, improve retirement incomes, give greater flexibility over how superannuation savings can be dra

Cape lambert Iron Ore Ltd became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 6,684,756 ordinary shares (11.14%)

Alchemia Ltd increased its relevant interest from 76,445,116 ordinary shares (60.76%) to 78,133,544 ordinary shares (62.1%)

Strike Oil Ltd changed its relevant interest from 6,250,000 ordinary shares (10.0%) to 6,250,000 ordinary shares (8.86%)

A General Meeting is to be held at the Conference Centre Theatrette, Level 2, QV1, 250 St George’s Terrace, Perth, on 26 June 2006 at 11.00am

ANZ Capital director Marshall Allen (left) will be leaving at the end of this week to establish an independent advisory and private equity business, Platanus Capital.

With freehold premises – under management. Offers an extensive range of treatments and includes the latest IPL technology.

Proposed code: GGG, Issue price: $0.20, Principal activities: gold explorer, Corporate: Simon Cato (chairman), Jeremy Whybrow (executive director), Miles Guy (non-executive director), Bruce Acutt (com

PROPERTY investor and manager Mirvac Group Ltd has entered into an agreement with two private companies, MAP Nominees Pty Ltd and Preston Beach Resort Pty Ltd, to develop a 424-hectare site at Preston

Transportable Building Relocation Services: Building Relocation Services (WA) Pty Ltd - $109,938.00

Lagoon Creek Resources Pty Ltd became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 20,000,000 ordinary shares (15.0%)

Sandvik AB changed its relevant interest from 81,405,971 ordinary shares (87.48%) to 72,100,533 ordinary shares (77.48%) - Corrected Notice Previous Forms overstated by 10%

Advise that 2,163,023 ordinary fully paid shares will be released from voluntary escrow on 1 June 2006.

Advise that it has reached in-principle agreement with Hartleys Limited to raise approximately $11 million through the placement of 15,750,000 shares at $0.70 per share to clients of Hartleys Limited.

THE expansion of Bendigo Bank’s community banking concept is continuing in Western Australia, with two new branches having opened this year and two more on the way.

16 spacious motel units. A profitable, easily run business with enviable lifestyle. Enormous potential for additional use of restaurant/function centre.

Proposed code: EDE, Issue price: $0.20, Principal activities: alternate energy exploration, Corporate: Gregory Howard Solomon (executive chairman), Gregory Joseph Egan (executive director), Douglas Ho

Level 3, 435 Roberts Road, SUBIACO, WA 6008

As part of the 06/07 Budget the Government announced that all Australian taxpayers will share in tax cuts worth $36.7 billion over the next four years, commencing 01/07/2006.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA is hosting a corporate luncheon with guest speaker Premier Alan Carpenter MLA, June 16 at the Perth Convention Exhibition Centre.

Australian Heritage Group Pty Ltd became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 3,875,000 ordinary shares (9.45%)

Select Asset Management Ltd increased its relevant interest from 6,607,320 ordinary shares (5.04%) to 8,097,839 ordinary shares (6.12%)

Anthony Poli changed its relevant interest from 26,145,105 ordinary shares (34.57%) to 26,145,105 ordinary shares (31.06%)

A General Meeting is to be held at the Celtic Club, 48 Ord Street West Perth, at 9.30am, Tuesday 20 June 2006.