Staff Reporters

Merger with Nord Pacific approved by the Court of Queen's Bench for New Brunswick on Monday 20 Septmber 2004.

Transaction to acquire 100% of the share capital of IntelliHeart Pty Ltd has taken place

Proposed code: BONIssue price: $0.25Principal activities: Diamond exploration.

The Australian Institute of Management will host Adapting to a Changing Climate – a business leaders breakfast on Wednesday October 6 at the institute's Floreat centre.

Proposed code: WGMIssue price: $0.20Principal activities: Gold, nickel, copper and platinum exploration.

452 Capital Pty Ltd became a substantial Shareholder With a Relevant Interest of 4,309,823 ordinary Shares (5.059%).

Nm Rothschild Australia Holdings Pty Ltdincreased its relevant interest from 158,737,015 ordinary shares (17.5%) to 210,270,771 ordinary shares (22.53%).

Has completed an agreement with the Nanda People that enables mining activities for its Coburn Project – a proposed mineral sand mining project in the Gascoyne region of Western A

The Gallop Government's decision to drop proposed extensions to trading hours was a major win for the public relations firm employed by the Western Australian Independent Grocers

Nickel Australia has dusted off its drills in preparation for an exploration tilt at the Splinter Project, located about 120km north-east of Esperance.

Barra Resources Limited has appointed Dean Goodwin as managing director of the company.

Dermot Ryan has been appointed director at Legend Mining Limited.

Skin-Plex Laboratories Pty Ltd ceased to be a substantial shareholder.

Skin-Plex Laboratories Pty Ltd increased its relevant interest from 7,217,465 ordinary shares (7.195%) to 8,904,465 ordinary shares (8.877%).

Amp Ltd decreased its relevant interest from 5,930,884 ordinary shares (8.48%) to 5,744,135 ordinary shares (7.46%).

Has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire 100% of MobiData Group Pty Ltd

Tom Stephens' decision to step aside from State politics to fill the void left by the sudden death of Labor candidate for the Federal seat of Kalgoorlie Kevin Richards, has result

On Tuesday, October 19, the American Chamber of Commerce will host The US Navy in Western Australia at the Sheraton Ballroom.

Jane Thomas and Christa Walker have joined the litigation and dispute resolution department at Allens Arthur Robinson.

Jenkins Investment Management Pty Ltd became a substantial shareholder With a Relevant Interest of 180,784,720 ordinary shares (5.0%)

Ambreen Chaudhri increased its relevant interest from 7,217,465 ordinary shares (7.195%) to 8,904,465 ordinary shares (8.877%).

1,425,000 Ordinary fully paid shares will be released from on the 10 October 2004

The Western Australian Trade Enquiry Service is operated by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Western Australia (CCI) with the support of the WA Government's Department of I

BURDEKIN Pacific has closed its public share offer after receiving valid applications for about $1.2 million.

Southern Equity Holdings Limited has changed its registered office to:Suite 4, Level 2 7 Havelock Street

Code: MALOpening price: $0.22Principal activities: Exploration and development of mineral sands.

Richard  & Lynne Bradshaw ceased to be a substantial shareholder.

Data Base Systems Ltd increased its substantial interest from 5,058,471 ordinary shares (5.043%) to 7,217,465 ordinary shares (7.195%).

Has signed a memorandum of understanding with BacTech Mining Corporation to form a joint venture to undertake investigation of gold, silver and copper sulphide mineralisation proj

General Meeting will be held at the Duxton Hotel, 1 St George's Terrace,

The Tax Office today reminded businesses that there is a four year limit to claim a refund of GST.

INDUSTRIAL relations is shaping up as a key election issue. Based on an analysis of public statements by the Australian Liberal Party and