business
Tasmanian gold mine shut down over unpaid royalties
The state government has directed Hellyer Gold Mines to cease operations at its mine in north-west Tasmania. It says the company has significantly fallen behind on its debts. Source link
The political debate around net zero may confuse what it actually means
The Coalition is debating whether to dump its commitment to the net zero climate target. Here’s what that term actually means. Source link
Menulog to cease Australian operations
Food delivery company Menulog says it will cease operating in Australia in two weeks’ time, prompting questions about whether Australia can maintain a competitive food delivery market. Source link
Property hunters snap up bargain beachside and waterfront homes
Deceased estates are often a mixed bag, but the latest offerings in property market hot spots have got Queensland buyers excited. Source link
Union calls for worker entitlements as Menulog shuts, local shares close down — as it happened
Food-delivery company Menulog will shut down in two weeks, citing “challenging circumstances”, while the Australian share market has closed slightly down. Look back on the day’s business and economic news. Source link
'More control over my data than I do': Ongoing concerns about Genea IVF
Patients of fertility giant Genea want the company held to account for a data breach earlier this year, amid concerns that some of its IT systems continue to fall short of best practice. Source link
Farmers fear shoppers misled by cheap 'green and gold' US butter
Australia’s dairy industry is concerned a US brand, packaged in green and gold with a white colouring and bland flavour, looks as if it’s locally made. Source link
Shoppers prepare to spend billions on Black Friday deals
About 6 million Australians are expected to take part in Black Friday sales this year and on average they will fork out $804 each. Source link
Rex saved as creditors vote for Air T takeover
US-based Air T will become the new owner of Regional Express Holdings (Rex) after creditors voted in favour of a deal to keep the airline’s regional operations in the air. Source link
Some mortgage customers are especially vulnerable to a financial shock: Here's why
The tapering of super-sized bank profits has shone a spotlight on the growth of the non-bank sector. Regulators have them in sight given the risk they pose to the financial system. Source link