A North Queensland firefighter has been awarded one of Australia’s highest bravery honours for risking his life to save a woman during a weekend getaway at an up-market hotel.

A venture managed by Wheeling-based investor Marsha Forsythe acquired the 285-key property at 1301 North State Parkway.

Asian shares have advanced as investor sentiment was buoyed by another rally on Wall Street. U.S. futures fell while oil ...