A Western Australian consortium consisting of Linc Properties, Bichmead, and Fini Group completed the acquisition of Midland Brick, the brick manufacturing unit of Boral for $86m. Boral sells the brick business along with the associated ~800ha of landholdings. The transaction is expected to be closed by the end of the year. "We are confident that this change of ownership will strengthen Midland Brick's prospects for the future which is great news for the customers and our local staff." Mike Kane, Boral CEO.