Staff Reporters

ONE of the major challenges facing any business in a crowded industry sector is attracting attention – and for attention, read sales.

Proposed code: CDT, Issue price: $0.20, Principal activities: gold exploration, Corporate: Michael Ivey (executive chairman & managing director), Campbell Ansell (non-executive director), Michael Ashf

MLG Realty has appointed Jason Whiteman (pictured) to the newly created position of general manager.

TELSTRA sold its 10.6 per cent stake in the Seven Network.

New Primary School - Tapping – Construction, Universal Constructions $7,933,000.00

Paradice Investment Management Pty Ltd became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 9,400,309 ordinary shares (6.51%)

Laxey Partners Ltd increased its relevant interest from 2,390,265 ordinary shares (5.19%) to 2,869,705 ordinary shares (6.23%)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia decreased its relevant interest from 8,987,766 ordinary shares (6.13%) to 8,896,774 ordinary shares (5.12%)

General Meeting will be held at Level 34, 2 The Esplanade, Perth, at 2.30pm on 4 May 2006.

Punters who reckon that directors selling big parcels of shares signals the top of the market have plenty of new reasons to push that point of view.

Specialising in digital photography, this business is one of the best under management and has a long history of success. Excellent figures on application.

Proposed code: GEM, Issue price: $0.20, Principal activities: diamond exploration, Corporate: Monty House (chairman); Les Field (technical director); Anthony Short (non-executive director); Peter Hwan

Former WA state manager of Elders Insurance, Brad Gedge (pictured), has been appointed by West Perth broking firm LTM Risk Partners as a director and equity holder.

Selection documentation for SES Band 1 position in Financial Assurance, ATO Finance. The position may be located in Melbourne or Albury although Canberra may be consided.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA is hosting an interactive workshop for businesses looking to achieve success in China, April 28 and May 5 at the CCI Centre in East Perth.

MacKenzie Financial Corporation ceased to be a substantial shareholder

Blue Mountain Advisors Ltd became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 2,768,545 ordinary shares (8.15%)

Atacama Copper Pty Ltd increased its relevant interest from 45,112,836 ordinary shares (32.99%) to 46,515,201 ordinary shares (34.01%)

Has entered into an agreement to immediately acquire the balance 60% of Sun Biomedical Laboratories, Inc. in consideration of cash payments totaling US$1,680,000.

THE arrest on murder charges of Gordon Wood, a former chauffeur of the late stockbroker Rene Rivkin, has raised more questions about an alleged $53 million insurance scam involving Mr Rivkin and his $

WESTERN Australia's economy continues to deliver strong results and outperform the nation as a whole, with a forecast economic growth for 2006-07 of twice the national average.

Proposed code: MMB, Issue price: $0.20, Principal activities: base and precious metals exploration, Corporate: Dr Keith P Watkins (managing director), Ralph R G Porter (technical director), Max D J Co

Kerry McAuliffe has been appointed as chairman of the Western Australian Meat Industry Authority, following the decision from Dr Martine Pop not to seek reappointment.

JOHN Fairfax Holdings confirmed this week 10 years ago that Bob Mansfield would resign as chief executive but would remain for three months until a replacement could be found.

ASIC has issued a warning to people living in regional centres about investment frauds, as evidence mounts that mining communities around Australia are being targeted.

Skafell Pty Ltd ceased to be a substantial shareholder

Jungle Creek Gold Mines Pty Ltd increased its relevant interest from 14,970,444 ordinary shares (13.47%) to 16,730,444 ordinary shares (15.05%)

Guinness Peat Group changed its relevant interest from 10,625,641 ordinary shares (19.92%) to 10,625,641 ordinary shares (18.37%)

Annual General Meeting will be held at the Celtic Club, 48 Ord Street, West Perth, at 11:00 am on Thursday 4 May 2006.

Anyway you like them, egg fans are sure to love visiting the egg museum, soon to be opened by the Poultry Farmers Association of WA.

Established over 15 years importing tools, machinery and equipment. Excellent showroom presentation and well laid out warehouse. Large customer base and strong gross margin.

Proposed code: ICV, Issue price: $0.20, Principal activities: biotechnology, Corporate: Dr Tracy Mynott (director), Samuel Willis (director), David McAuliffe (director), Dr Patrizia Washer (director),