News Corp accused of colluding with NT government

The NT News' top brass have been accused of striking a deal with the territory government to monitor emails sent by its then political reporter due to concerns his 'negative' reporting of the government's activities could cost the paper advertising revenue.

Rio Tinto executives want fraud case thrown out

The Anglo-Australian miner and its former chief executive and top bean counter have told a US court the SEC's claim has no merits.

Chocolate and licorice maker Darrell Lea sold for $200 million

The rich-list couple who bought collapsed Australian confectionery manufacturer Darrell Lea seven years ago has sold the business for about $200 million

Chocolate and licorice maker Darrell Lea sold for $200 million

The rich-list couple who bought collapsed Australian confectionery manufacturer Darrell Lea seven years ago has sold the business for about $200 million

Love is not in the Air: Aussie legends sue US pop duo

The Australian music legends behind John Paul Young's famed hit Love is in the Air – Harry Vanda and the late George Young – are suing an American electro pop duo and France's national air carrier for allegedly ripping off the song.

Macquarie Group sues family of alleged US fraudsters

Macquarie Group is chasing $US40.7 million ($52 million) from an American family that ran a billion-dollar-plus cocoa trading business, after emails between staff allegedly revealed one of the biggest fraud cases in recent US history.

Shares in Gloria Jeans owner dive as it warns on profit again

The embattled owner of the Donut King and Gloria Jeans brands has again lowered its profit guidance, only three weeks after warning investors of a weaker than expected first half.

Retail downturn claims scalp of fashion label Maggie T

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The retail downturn has claimed the be-scarfed scalp of one of Australia's best-known brands, with plus-size retailer Maggie T entering administration this week.

Domino's workers to vote on new wage deal

Workers at embattled pizza shop operator Domino's Pizza will have a week in early January to consider a new pay deal the company says offers better terms than the current award.