Good morning, Mining giant BHP has one week to woo Anglo American, which has agreed to talks after rejecting its persistent suitor's latest 'final’ near-$74bn takeover bid. A deal to extend the lifespan of NSW’s Eraring coal power station could be announced within days, following months of negotiations between the state government and Origin Energy, but any agreement to use taxpayer funds will stoke criticism from environmentalists. The plot thickens surrounding takeover talk for Star Entertainment, with Brisbane developer Patrick Farrugia, who claims he has "long-standing arrangements" with Hard Rock International, unwilling to shed light on whether he has been served with a “cease and desist” notice to stop using the US brand's name in a bid for the troubled casino group. |