Monthly building approvals have dropped to a seven-year low with further rate cuts needed to boost demand in a sluggish economy, economists say. Building approvals fell by 5.4 per cent to 10,730 units, seasonally adjusted, in October, the Australian Bureau of Statistics said today. It was the fourth-straight monthly fall and the lowest points since April 2001. -- AAP

Property and/or Business Investment Opportunity

Large marble factory and property for complete purchase or investment.Location: Gepps CrossLand size: approx. 7800 square metres (over 2100 square metres undercover warehouse on 3800square meters approx and 4000 square metres vacant land)Warehouse: includes 5 overhead cranes.Vendor willing to lease back portion of the warehouse.For more information, please contact Luigi Scardigno mhapl@adam.com.au or 0418 825 867

Hughes Newsagency

The Business has been operated by the current owners since 1941. SA Lotteries Commission and Bank SA agencies together with phonecard facilities complement the comprehensive product range offered for sale.The store is situated in the main shopping area of the town.5&frac12 Day TradingNew Lease AvailableSuit Husband and Wife/Family or Hands on OperatorOwners wish to retire