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Good afternoon,

New Hope chairman Robert Millner says the coal miner is relieved more than a decade of lawfare around a mine expansion has come to an end but has issued a dire warning about the impact bureaucracy and approval delays are having on the Australian economy. 

A secretive investor is friends with Star’s two Hong Kong-based partners, sources say, which could give gaming regulators a new headache if he keeps buying up shares. 

Markets could rebound after Donald Trump’s inauguration with the Aussie dollar a ‘prime target’ for buyers as a lot of bad news has already been priced in, according to NAB.

Perry Williams
Business editor
The markets


Commentary
Strong retail, a weak dollar and a Reserve Bank under pressure
By ROBERT GOTTLIEBSEN
Business Columnist
Signals indicate the Reserve Bank could lower rates in February, reducing pressure on both the government and itself, but such a strategy would carry incredible risks for nation.
Latest news
Miner hails end to legal nightmare as green group waves white flag
New Hope chairman Robert Millner says Australia must cut red and green tape to help the economy after a marathon battle over a Queensland coal mine.
By BRAD THOMPSON
Why Star’s secretive Macau backer is stepping up
A secretive investor is friends with Star’s two Hong Kong-based partners, sources say, which could give gaming regulators a new headache if he keeps buying up shares.
By ERIC JOHNSTON
Star investors prep for break-up as mysterious Macau man lifts stake
A mystery Macau-based businessman is continuing to lift his stake in Star Entertainment Group, increasing speculation investors are preparing for a break-up of the casino operator.
By GLEN NORRIS, KATHLEEN SKENE, ERIC JOHNSTON
Architect wants intervention over bullying allegations
A prominent architect has written to the Victoria’s planning minister to complain the industry’s registration board is failing to protect its members from bullying.
By ANGELICA SNOWDEN
Destinations where the Aussie dollar is still worth something
Our dollar doesn’t stretch far in the US or UK at the moment but Australian travellers can still enjoy a value-for-money holiday in these countries.
By ROBYN IRONSIDE

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