Note 17 - Subsequent Event (Details Textual) - Apr. 04, 2016 AUD in Millions, $ in Millions	AUD	USD ($)
Subsequent Event [Member] \| Advanced Adhesives Pty Limited and Advance Adhesives (New Zealand) [Member]
Business Combination, Purchase Agreement Amount	AUD 12	$ 9

Amount of consideration that has been agreed upon, but not yet transferred by the acquirer. Consisting of acquisition date fair value of assets transferred, liabilities incurred, and equity interests.

No definition available.

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