Staff Reporters

Monarch Resources Ltd increased its relevant interest from 51,849,822 ordinary shares (25.4%) to 80,822,748 ordinary shares (39.5%).

Announce that agreement has been reached with Falconbridge (Australia) Pty Ltd to fund exploration for nickel sulphide mineralisation on its 100% owned tenements in the Beasley and Bellary areas of WA

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Bank of Scotland, which recently bought BankWest, the Perth-based regional bank, from the Western Australian state government for $900m, is aiming to recoup $437.7m of that when it floats a 49% intere

To help small business do business better, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has established a dedicated small business helpline.

Price: $540,000 This business manufactures a well known range of industrial paints and coatings.

Proposed code: CEO Issue price: $0.20 Principal activities: optical wholesale production.(08) 9328 3311 The company is aiming to raise $2.5 million. Sponsoring securities dealer: Marketech.

Rita Marian Brooks & William Paul Brooks became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 8,357,707 ordinary shares (32.33%).

Richard Zbigniew Opara increased its relevant interest from 63,772,301 ordinary shares (36.38%) to 99,000,000 ordinary shares (45.19%).

Adrian Neil Larking changed its relevant interest from 7,500,000 ordinary shares (13.51%) to 7,531,250 ordinary shares (12.73%).

Has entered into an agreement with Mineralogy Pty Ltd ("Mineralogy") under which SBNC has the exclusive right to purchase Cane River Mining Pty Ltd ("Cane River"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Mineral

Paul Norman, general manager of the Furniture Spot chain, has been elected president of the Retail Traders Association.

Has today formalised arrangements with DJ Carmichael Pty Limited to raise up to $1,900,000 by way of an issue of up to 10,000,000 fully paid ordinary shares at an issue price of 19 cents per share.

Price: $782,000 POA (includes; boats and equipment and licences). Successful lifestyle business in the best parts of WA. Netting $276,000. 5 bed house also for sale, if required.

Bestrawl Pty Ltd atf JB Trust and Jeffrey Braysich ceased to be a substantial shareholder.

Dimitrios Papadimitriou - The Papadimitriou Family Trust became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 22,460,000 ordinary shares (7.00%).

Best Dyamic Services Ltd increased its relevant interest from 11,039,760 ordinary shares (19.41%) to 13,058,149 ordinary shares (22.78%).

Advise that 14,200,600 fully paid ordinary shares of the Company currently held under escrow are due for release on 23 December 2005.

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POSITIVE news from the banking sector has been deemed responsible for the stronger performance of the Australian stock in the pre-Christmas period.

The Tax Office now has in place systems to ensure this does not happen in future. All new systems, and major changes to existing systems, go through a legal technical assurance process.

THE Western Australian Planning Commission is seeking public com-ment on the draft East Wanneroo Land Use and Water Management Strategy.

Price: $330,000 Established 17 years, owner retiring and will train.

Proposed code: VUL Issue price: $0.40 Principal activities: uranium exploration.Corporate: Peter Huston (chairman); Peter Sullivan (managing director); Henry Price (non-executive director); Jodi Ison

Arodam Pty Ltd became a substantial shareholder with a relevant interest of 11,000,000 ordinary shares (9.96%).

Pantonville Pty Ltd increased its relevant interest from 63,772,301 ordinary shares (36.38%) to 99,000,000 ordinary shares (45.19%).

James Arthur Wall and Mary Margaret Wall decreased its relevant interest from 11,782,736 ordinary shares (8.0%) to 13,785,891 ordinary shares (7.0%).

Orchid’s investee, Xing Ling International Pte Ltd, has signed an exclusive agreement with Topsun Pharmaceuticals & Chemicals Trading Company Ltd (Topsun), one of China’s largest pharmaceutical gr

The Australian Communications and Media Authority have appointed Marcus Bezzi as head of its newly established Legal Division.

The Annual General Meeting will be held at Level 13, 500 Collins Street, Melbourne, on Wednesday 30 November 2005 at 11.00am.

MINING giant BHP Billiton Ltd has won draft approval from the competition watchdog for its joint venture with leading Japanese steel maker, JFE Steel Corporation.

Price: $550 - $700,000 range. There is always work in this industry. 12 year steady and very profitable history and turnover of $2 million+. Exceptional and regular profits.