No purchase price was disclosed, but the mining multinational was given confidence in the long term viability of Tiwai Pt after its 20-year deal with NZ's energy generator trifecta.
Jail is still the Crown's preferred starting point.
New Zealand's desire for high consumption has been financed by other nations' savings, says Reserve Bank governor.
John Key delivers his statement to the first day of parliament. RAW DATA: Key's speech in full.
Rotorua-based brewer keen for private investors.