THE New Zealand share market gave up some of its early gains but still managed to close up 6 per cent, as investors flocked back to the sharemarket.

THE Federal Government's economic security package will greatly help some of Australia's most vulnerable people but should be extended to include the unemployed, the Australian Council of Social Service says.

OIL prices rallied further today after world leaders rolled out measures to tackle the global financial crisis.

THE median house price in Perth has fallen 10 per cent since December last year, Western Australia's real estate lobby group says.

OPPOSITION Leader Malcolm Turnbull has backed the government's strategy, saying it provides particular justice to pensioners.

THE launch of long-haul airline V Australia could be further delayed following a breakdown overnight in negotiations between the manufacturer Boeing and its staff.

ASIAN share markets rallied today, after world governments came to the aid of banks crippled by the credit crunch.

WINE cellars have been taking a hit from the global credit crisis and it isn't because the owners of rare bottles are drinking more - it's because they have been selling to raise cash.

URANIUM producer Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) says full year production will be towards the lower end of its forecast after delivering a drop in output in the third quarter.

KEVIN Rudd will deliver a one-off Christmas bonus to pensioners and low income families of over $1000 and triple the first home buyers grant for newly constructed homes to kickstart the economy.