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An awesome spectacle of fireworks and drones will light up Perth’s skyline and wow crowds on Australia Day, thanks to Hancock Prospecting. City of Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas said 26 January was a time for us all to come together to reflect, respect and celebrate the unique and diverse country we call home. “The Hancock Prospecting City of Light Show will be an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy a beautiful summer day in the City, and celebrate what it means to be Australian.”

Wishing you a safe and happy Australia Day.

An almost 30 per cent surge in the iron ore price to above $US140 a tonne has bolstered the prospects for the Australian dollar, which economists predict could hit US70¢ by the end of the year.

In another push to preserve iconic national brands, billionaire and mining tycoon Gina Rinehart has advanced her footing in the aussie fashion industry, with the recent purchase of a footwear brand.

Australia’s well-known billionaires are back making big deals, and expect plenty more in the next 12 months as merger and acquisition activity heats up in mining, retail and health.

Iron ore royalties are on track to more than double WA’s operating surplus — placing a record-shattering $7 billion windfall in reach for Rita Saffioti in her first major Budget update as Treasurer.