iPod 'may hit the note for forex trade' In a sign of the times, a Sydney-based bank has developed a new indicator for foreign exchange movements based on Apple's iPod music player, and as an alternative to the long-standing Big Mac Index. 18 Jan 2007
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Rio Tinto's report gets mixed reaction Rio Tinto Ltd's fourth quarter production report has been given a mixed reception by analysts with some upping 2006 earnings forecasts but others choosing to downgrade. 18 Jan 2007
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GM's global vehicle sales reach 9.09m General Motors said its global motor vehicle sales came to 9.09 million units last year, maintaining the 9 million unit level for the second year in a row. 17 Jan 2007
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Skills shortage 'to intensify in 2007' Employers should consider hiring mature-aged workers and parents returning to work to meet their staffing levels as Australia's shortage of skilled workers is likely to intensify. 16 Jan 2007
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Parents 'underestimate' education costs Most parents who plan to send their children to private schools underestimate the costs, some by as much as $100,000, a survey has shown. 16 Jan 2007
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Perth's house prices up another 4.5% Perth's median house price rose to $460,000 in the last quarter of 2006, up another 4.5 per cent, new Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA) figures show. 16 Jan 2007
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Telecom NZ's 'Kiwi Share' under review NZ Telecommunications Minister David Cunliffe on Tuesday announced a review of Telecom's "Kiwi Share" obligations relating to the provision of rural internet services. 15 Jan 2007
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NZ's Southern Cross Healthcare grows Private health insurer Southern Cross said its membership growth in the first six months had nearly doubled the increase in the whole of the previous year. 15 Jan 2007
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Small biz 'vulnerable' without audit A financial due diligence audit saved most potential business owners from financial harm, the majority of accounting professionals believe. 14 Jan 2007
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ETrade becoming 'dominant' online broker Strong organic growth and the acquisition of HSBC has pushed Australian online broker ETrade closer to becoming a dominant force in the market. 14 Jan 2007
