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Andrew Forrest's attempt to hold Facebook to account has been dropped as prosecutors decline to file a criminal indictment against its parent company Meta.

PM’s plan risks forever subsidies

The ASX200 fell 0.4 per cent after a US inflation readout came in hotter than expected for a third straight month, dimming hopes for June rate cut.

Expert witnesses are giving evidence in the Federal Court case that will determine whether FMG should compensate Yindjibarndi people for mining on their land.

Anthony Albanese says the trilateral agreement would yield closer defence ties.

Protection is the ‘new competition’

The ASX200 has finished 0.3 per cent higher, closing fewer than 50 points away from its record high in March.

A new workforce, financial incentives and protection for local content in solar panels, electric trucks and wind towers are part of a "superpower" blueprint.

Two reports have detailed shortcomings in engaging people with disabilities in workplaces across WA and the nation.

Labor turns screws on mergers

Rio Tinto rose three per cent and BHP gained two per cent on Tuesday, helping boost the ASX200 to finish 0.5 per cent higher.

As AUKUS partners seek to work with Japan on technology sharing, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the security pact won't formally grow to four countries.

Retail chain wars erupt over code

The ASX200 has finished 0.2 per cent higher even as a US labour market report blew out expectations, reducing the chances of a June interest rate cut.

Japan set to be part of AUKUS pact

The Australian share market finished 0.6 per cent lower at Friday's close with losses in every sector.

The second largest shareholder in APM Human Services has been revealed as a potential buyer as the contractor requests an extension on its voluntary suspension.

Shares in Capricorn Metals and West African Resources dipped slightly on Friday, after both companies provided preliminary production updates for the March 2024 quarter.

Encounter Resources has announced it will raise $10.5 million in a bid to enhance drilling activities at its Aileron project, in Western Australia's West Arunta region.

A national energy performance strategy has been devised for households and businesses to reduce costs and controversy over new power plants and transmission.

WA warns against more green tape

The ASX200 closed up 0.45 per following a slump on Wednesday that came after previous record highs, with industries boosted by the rising price of oil and gold.

WorkSafe is investigating after separate incidents at workplaces in O’Connor and Dalwallinu resulted in the deaths of two workers yesterday.

Australian success in modern industry requires a key role for government in the economy not merely doling out loans from various funds, economic research finds.

Dutton sets sights on food giants

Perth-based lithium explorer Winsome Resources has signed a binding, exclusive option agreement with Canada-based Stornoway Diamonds, as it aims to increase its footprint within the Canadian province of Quebec.

The ASX200 has finished 1.3 per cent lower with drops in all sectors except energy and utilities.

Shares in WA goldminers Regis and Westgold Resources have taken a hit following market updates outlining cost and operational issues.

Rio Tinto has announced it will manage rehabilitation of the Ranger uranium mine in the Northern Territory on behalf of subsidiary Energy Resources Australia, which counts Perth-based company Packer & Co as a 9.32 per cent minority shareholder.

Less than a week after confirming it would not pursue a merger with Toronto-listed Karora Resources, gold producer Ramelius Resources has recorded its highest ever quarterly production.

Budget to fast-track investment

Perth-based consultancy Hunter Communications will close its doors at the end of the month, after Nicole Moody founded the firm eight years ago.