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Independent to rival Zempilas, Tonkin

City of Stirling councillor Lisa Thornton has been named as an independent candidate for Churchlands, a seat held by Christine Tonkin and eyed by...

13.12.2024 10

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Forrest blasts billion-dollar nuclear bid

Mining magnate Andrew Forrest has slammed the Coalition’s nuclear power plans as Peter Dutton unveiled the party’s proposal to save taxpayers $263...

13.12.2024 10

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MinRes’ claims struck out in Destec row

The Supreme Court of WA has struck out parts of Mineral Resources' claims against Destec, in a dispute over the Chris Ellison-founded company's...

12.12.2024 4

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Crawley housing project approved

The Western Australian Planning Commission has approved a $30 million student accommodation project in Crawley, in the final meeting for chair David...

12.12.2024 5

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At Close of Business podcast December 12 2024

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss the revamp of Perth Concert Hall.

12.12.2024 10

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CBH’s rapid rail project in dispute

Western Australia’s biggest grain handler and a New South Wales-based contractor have sued each other over a rapid rail and outloading project in...

12.12.2024 50

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WAMMCO charged over workplace death

Western Australian Meat Marketing Co-operative has been charged over the death of a worker at its Katanning abattoir.

11.12.2024 10

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Recharge Petroleum buys SA business

Bibra Lake-based Recharge Petroleum has acquired Adelaide Fuel Distributors, expanding the company’s footprint in South Australia.

11.12.2024 10

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Telstra fined over triple zero fails

Telstra has paid a penalty of more than $3 million over its failure to provide correct details when transferring calls to emergency services.

11.12.2024 40

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Green light for $31m Nedlands build

A recently approved $31 million, seven-storey apartment building is set to add dozens of dwellings to Broadway, Nedlands.

11.12.2024 10

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Mosaic to close 160 stores, cut 480 jobs

Fashion retailer Mosaic Brands Group will close 160 of its stores by next month, cutting almost 500 jobs across the country.

10.12.2024 30

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Cole to start as WAPC chair

The state government has confirmed Emma Cole as the next Western Australian Planning Commission chair, weeks after Business News revealed the...

10.12.2024 20

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RBA holds rate ahead of Christmas

The Reserve Bank of Australia has held the cash rate steady at 4.35 per cent, marking more than a year since it has been increased.

10.12.2024 40

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At Close of Business podcast December 9 2024

Nadia Budihardjo and Justin Fris discuss a Burekup-based cricket bat and equipment manufacturer.

09.12.2024 7

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Roshana flags $21m aged care build

Roshana Care Group has proposed to build a $21 million facility adjoining its Sunshine Park lifestyle village south-east of Perth.

09.12.2024 7

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Police search AVZ Minerals office

The Australian Federal Police has searched the office of West Perth-based AVZ Minerals, as part of an ongoing investigation.

06.12.2024 6

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UWA doctorates for McGowan, Perron, Fletcher

The University of Western Australia will award former premier Mark McGowan, Perron Group director Elizabeth Perron and molecular biologist Sue...

06.12.2024 10

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Nicheliving bosses in $2.7m reclaim plan

Nicheliving directors Ronnie Michel-Elhaj and Paul Bitdorf have proposed to take back the embattled builder, with creditors recommended to approve the...

05.12.2024 20

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Lithium company Lepidico in administration

West Perth-based lithium explorer Lepidico has called in administrators from KordaMentha, who intend to start a sale or recapitalisation of the...

05.12.2024 10

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Panel details roadblocks in tourism

A panel of tourism professionals have lauded the sector’s recovery post COVID-19 but detailed the challenges operators in Western Australia still...

04.12.2024 5

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Australian economy in slow growth

Australia has recorded its lowest annual economic growth since 2020, up only 0.3 per cent in the September quarter, the Bureau of Statistics found.

04.12.2024 10

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Alcoa flags Perth CBD move

Alcoa of Australia is set to move into the Perth CBD in 2025, leaving Booragoon where it has been headquartered for 40 years.

03.12.2024 30

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US envoy lauds Aukus milestone

ANALYSIS: An exchange between US and Australian navies under Aukus Pillar 1 has given the US plenty to think about.

03.12.2024 10

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Housing projects in $105m fund

Western Australian infrastructure projects will share a $105 million funding package in a bid to unlock land and secure electricity and water supply...

03.12.2024 40

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Curtin launches university in Sri Lanka

Curtin University has opened a campus in Sri Lanka, taking the school’s tally of offshore facilities to five and one of the highest for a higher...

03.12.2024 30

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Wesfarmers settles Kleenheat deal

Supagas and Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers have settled their deal for the latter to sell parts of its Kleenheat business, including...

02.12.2024 10

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Fini flags $26m Claremont project

Property developer Adrian Fini has submitted a plan for a three-storey apartment project in Claremont, on the site where his $23 million mansion once...

02.12.2024 10

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Wesfarmers settle Kleenheat sale

Supagas and Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers have settled their deal for the latter to sell parts of its Kleenheat business, including...

02.12.2024 10

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WA govt, feds to boost social housing

More than 1,000 homes are expected to be built across 14 suburbs in Western Australia, the first tranche in a plan to boost social and affordable...

02.12.2024 30

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Company fined over staff’s face injuries

A Balcatta machining and heavy metal fabrication company will fork out more than $250,000 over an incident that caused serious injuries to a worker...

29.11.2024 10

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Gray fails in Lavan appeal

The state’s highest court has dismissed a former University of Western Australia researcher’s appeal against Lavan, a dispute that has been...

29.11.2024 10

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At Close of Business podcast November 28 2024

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss a shifting trend in office fit outs, in favour of green spaces.

28.11.2024 10

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WAPC approves $850m Lockyer gas plant

The state's peak planning body has approved Mineral Resources' $850 million Lockyer gas plant, a project set to be owned by Hancock Prospecting.

28.11.2024 10

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European group aims to buy Georgiou

European company STRABAG is in advanced talks to acquire family-owned contractor Georgiou Group, a deal proposed before the passing of founder Spiro...

28.11.2024 10

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Bank sues Saraceni’s litigation funder

A dispute over the Raine Square project has returned to court, with Commonwealth Bank launching legal action against Luke Saraceni-directed company's...

28.11.2024 20

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WA govt, Goldmaster mess concludes

A troubled housing project based out of the state government's investment in private developer Goldmaster has come to an end with the winding up of...

27.11.2024 20

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Caddy to join expanded EPA

Outgoing Western Australian Planning Commission chair David Caddy will join the board of the state's environmental watchdog.

27.11.2024 7

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Govt extends lifeline to lithium miners

The state government has committed up to $150 million to help the lithium industry but it comes months after several miners already scaled back their...

27.11.2024 5

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Govt extends lithium industry lifeline

The state government has committed up to $150 million to help the lithium industry but it comes months after several miners already scaled back its...

27.11.2024 10

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Panel approves $20m Kalgoorlie hotel

A regional hotel proposal has been greenlit, overcoming a planning hurdle after a development panel was unable to decide on the multi-million-dollar...

27.11.2024 10

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Alcoa flags WA mine restart

Alcoa has applied for federal environmental approval to restart a bauxite mining operation in Western Australia that has been inactive for 10 years.

26.11.2024 20

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Kwinana big battery set for summer

The second big battery in Western Australia is on track to be switched on by Christmas, with the $661 million project recently completed.

26.11.2024 10

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Serco books $48m Transperth work

Serco Australia and Transperth have renewed their partnership with a $48 million contract over services across the state’s public transport system.

26.11.2024 10

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Hesperia adds to Hazelmere industrial zone

Hesperia has received a development panel's approval to build another multi-million-dollar warehouse in its Hazelmere industrial project area.

26.11.2024 20

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At Close of Business podcast November 25 2024

Nadia Budihardjo and Jack McGinn discuss the business ventures of former Eagle Phil Matera.

25.11.2024 10

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Caratti-linked company in legal row

An Allen Caratti-directed company, which has been in liquidation, has been tangled in a legal dispute over the sale of a property in Piara Waters.

25.11.2024 20

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EPA to assess green energy hub

The environmental watchdog will examine a major wind and solar hub proposal after receiving more than 280 responses during a seven-day comment period.

25.11.2024 20

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Matera producing the goods at Djinda

Phil Matera has growth in mind for Djinda Produce, after taking sole ownership of the business earlier this year.

25.11.2024 10

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Australian shares hit record territory again

The ASX200 rose 0.9 per cent to record its highest ever close, with every sector except technology gaining ground.

22.11.2024 30

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Doctor to run as Cottesloe candidate

A new contender has entered the race for the Cottesloe electorate, a traditionally Liberal seat many of the state’s movers and shakers call home.

22.11.2024 10

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