1Big This Week A look at local business news headlines.

2Lion Taps Into Bond Lion Nathan and Magnum are both interested in buying up[ Alan Bond's Australian brewing empire. Why would such a deal be good for New Zealand consumers?

3Australian Report A look at more of the financial woes embattling the Bond Corporation.

4In Sickness and In Health The private health sector is taking advantage of uncertainty in the public health system. However, despite the opportunities for the cooperation between the public and private sectors, some risks still remain for any new players.

5Big This Week A look at international business news headlines.

6Off Shore Report Earlier this year, the British Government published a major review of the National Health Service (NHS). After several years of cutbacks (similar to those the New Zealand Health Department is embarking on), emphasis shifted from saving money in the public sector, to making money. Public hospitals were encouraged to compete for private business, throwing the viability of parts of the private sector into serious doubt.

7Awards 1. High Flier - The New Zealand Futures Exchange which hit a record high this week 2. Low Flier - Stephen and Susan Smart who were judged bankrupt in the High Court in Auckland on Wednesday, owing $20 million to creditors 3. Quote of the Week - "Considering how close Mr Bond must be to a liquidator no one should be moving to buy" - British company Lonroe who have been examining Bond Corporation's books.