The share prices of major producers have not quite matched the stellar gains of the commodities they produce.

The first quarter of 2021 has been a strong one, with gold production 9% over guidance at 220,644 oz.

Expectations are building that benchmark prices can get to $200 a tonne.

The 3,617 carat parcel of rough diamonds was sold for $420 per carat.

Port of Newcastle will pay less if certain targets are met, including reducing its direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions and screening all customers for modern slavery risks.

Beijing and Canberra have been at loggerheads for more than a year over a variety of political issues, but the fallout has been concentrated in trade.