Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (Parentheticals) (USD $)	9 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012
Write off of impairment losses on investments, net of tax	$ 1,720,000

Net write-off of impairment losses on investments after taxes.

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