Business News - WA

Isabel Vieira and Liv Declerck discuss Perth's worryingly low tree canopy rate. Plus more pressure on MinRes; Ascot hotel approved; and Vulcan produces first European lithium hydroxide.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Chris Ellison and Mineral Resources; the US election; Packer & Co; M&A deals from BGC, Hancock, Centurion; Spudshed results; an update on Regis' dispute; and a preview of the next magazine.

Nadia Budihardjo and Mark Pownall discuss Capricorn’s unique and orderly approach to a transfer of power. Plus administrators called into Nicheliving consturction division; Rio presses ahead with local green iron production; and WeLink knocked back by Development Assessment Panel.

Liv Declerck and Isabel Vieira discuss the future of WA's waste-to-energy sector. Plus Forrest says Trump will 'follow the money'; UK eyes WA's hydrogen market; and cost-of-living drives bumper Spudshed profit.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss the lessons WA could learn from the revamp of a London power station. Plus RBA rates on hold; Inpex flags Elizabeth Quay move; and Goodline hit by ransomware.

Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss proposed amendments to federal cybersecurity laws. Plus Ellison to depart MinRes; Nation's largest sheep station up for sale; and McGowan appointed to Australia-China role.

Jack McGinn and Isabel Vieira discuss the significant investment in Collie. Plus Canadian company buys BHP's Kalgoorlie power supply; Bunbury farmer's market sale price revealed; John Howard takes aim at Albanese.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Gina Rinehart and Chris Ellison's gas deal; profits of private companies including Hancock and Wright Prospecting; an update on the lithium industry; Perth house prices; ABN Group; East Rockingham waste-to-energy plant; Perth Airport; and working from home rules.

Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss small business restructuring in WA. Plus Optus come in ACCC firing line; MinRes pauses Mt Marion expansion; and Dwelling approvals hit fresh highs.

Nadia Budihardjo and Tom Zaunmayr discuss WA's biggest exporters. Plus all the latest on WA's renewables uptick, Perth Airport's new hotel; and Clive Palmer resumes his war of words with WA.

Sam Jones and Tom Zaunmayr discuss one of WA's most controversial local government councils. Plus the latest on BHP's return to work orders, Quigley's efforts to stop Clive Palmer; and Waste to energy plant goes into administration.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell dicuss industrial rents in WA. Plus Mineral Resources intends to release findings from Ellison tax scandal; Equinox Hamersley project dealt another blow; and Minderoo donates $30 million to ECU's CBD campus.

Sam Jones and Isabel Vieira discuss the 70 year anniversary of private health insurer HIF. Plus, Major MinRes shareholder sells; Perth office vacancies fall; and Orthocell looks to the US market.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Chris Ellison and Mineral Resources; tender reforms; a report on Perth's future; Perron Group results; Angela Bennett; WorkSafe; and a preview of the next magazine.

Isabel Vieira and Liv Declerck discuss an interstate healthcare merger which could have major implications for WA. Plus Ryan Stokes signals support for struggling Seven West Media; Higher costs dampen Fortescue's results; BP Australia's plan for Kwinana biofuel plant takes a step forward.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell dicuss WA's residential building sector. Plus Pluto Train 1 upgrades approved; Ruah Centre named after Angela Bennett; and Mining veterans join Viburnum's private equity fund.

Jack McGinn speaks to Sam Jones about a mining haulage business that started at a Queensland banana farm. Plus: Perron Group financials; NRW Holdings' $1.6bn contract; and Yuri project delay.

Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about GeoMoby's invention to improve underground mining operations. Plus: Woodside in hydrogen deal; WA's NRL push; and a new name for BGC Construction.

Jack McGinn and Sam Jones discuss how veterans support services are navigating a complex environment. Plus: BP delays start date on Pilbara hub, solar farm deal and the latest on Fortescue's relocation.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss the Henderson defence hub; Nigel Satterley; Minderoo Foundation; labour force data; and state government changes.

Mark Beyer and Isabel Vieira discuss how just one major resources project has been sanctioned in WA this year. Plus, a damning report into Nine Entertainment, BHP results and Andrew and Nicola Forrest step down as co-chairs of Minderoo.

Sam Jones and Mark Pownall discuss the state of WA's fund management sector. Plus all the latest on the $127 million Henderson investment; Michelle Roberts steps down after 30 years; and CoreLogic data casts doubt on Federal building target.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss Colliers’ somewhat surprising acquisition of Pritchard Francis. Plus all the latest on CCC's blasts leak of WA Labor inquiry; Feds top-up live export support; and Takeovers Panel rules against blocking Rio Tinto move.

Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss WA's often under-reported limestone industry. Plus all the latest on WA's 550 defence homes; BP's interest in $5bn desal plant; Decmil awarded $123m road works contract.

Isabel Vieira and Justin Fris discuss the business side of WA's Netball scene. Plus all the latest on Nicheliving's bailout; Federal Court reveals reasons behind Fortescue decision; and REIWA appoints new president.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Rio Tinto and Arcadium Lithium, Hancock Prospecting's proposal, Nicheliving's ban, plans for the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre and more.

Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Andrew Hagger and Stephen Daly's new venture. Plus; deal talks around Nicheliving's unfinished homes, Fortescue executive on decarbonisation dollars and a multi-million-dollar school upgrade.

Jack McGinn and Isabel Vieira discuss how a few key government decisions could shape the future of the Henderson shipyard precinct. Plus all the latest on Rio's US$6.7bn Arcadium deal; State's commitment to exhibitions centre renewal; and Woodside completes $1.3bn acquisition of the Driftwood LNG development.

Liv Declerck and Isabel Vieira discuss the evolution of WA’s screen industry. Plus all the latest on Liontown's lessons from competitors; Stockland's $30m project green lit; and Hancock cuts Mulga Downs mine footprint.

Jack McGinn and Isabel Vieira discuss trends in WA's construction industry following a few tough years. Plus all the latest on Rottnest workers accommodation plans; Rio's Arcadium acquisition; and Metronet's Morley-Ellenbrook line finally gets a date.

Nadia Budihardjo and Tom Zaunmayr discuss an ambitious plan to improve Australia's bequest rate. Plus all the latest on a $360 million Cottesloe development; John Carey's hostilities with Basil Zempilas; and Fremantle's historic Forthergill's building sold.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss house prices, the energy market, Kerry Stokes' private business, goldmining leader Simon Lee and the outlook for the sheep meat industry.

Isabel Vieira and Mark Beyer discuss a success story in WA's superyacht sector. Plus; Frontier Energy fallout; Mining executive retires and abattoir capacity issues.

Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss WA's potential to become a global data hub. Plus all the latest on Frontier Energy's battery snub fallout; Australia's biggest pub could get bigger; and WA's high-end property value to climb.

Isabel Vieira and Nadia Budihardjo talk about AMA WA's nursing diploma program. Plus: Frontier Energy shares; EPA assesses Wyndham coast seabed; Rydges' Fremantle hotel.

Mark Pownall speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about carbon credit group Salubris. Plus: Strike Energy commitment; Reward Minerals deal; and Exmouth Marina housing.

Liv Declerck and Claire Tyrrell discuss a four-day survival adventure undertaken by mining executives to support young people in need. Plus all the latest on WA's $4.5bn surplus; Kingsway Centre apartments approved; and WeMoney's Google AI credit score assistant.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss private equity group Viburnum, changes at Tattarang, re-ranking of WA's home builders, global stimulus measures' impact on local miners, the superyacht industry, the state's defence sector, the cinema industry, ICT and bequests.

Mark Beyer and Isabel Vieira discuss the challenges and opportunities in WA’s Indigenous business sector. Plus all the latest on Stockland's $75m housing project; BHP's first mover deal with Caterpillar; and Paul King-backed Albany accommodation gets the nod.

Liv Declerck and Claire Tyrrell discuss the not-for-profit sector and the way charities are adapting to challenges. Plus all the latest on inflation figures easing; Fortescue's $4bn green order; Macquarie Bank receives record fine.

Mark Beyer and Isabel Vieira discuss a decade of change across the BGC empire. Plus all the latest on the RBA cash rate; AEMO's over-budget year; and Albanese stands firm on live sheep export support.

Sam Jones and Justin Fris discuss the business behind the Perth Football League. Plus all the latest on the federal government's 'fanciful' housing target; Papalia backs Rinehart's iron dome; CME calls for Metronet level of investment for energy.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss two sets of economic data, Perth's property sector, moves by rich listers and more.

Sam Jones and Isabel Vieira discuss changes to Consumer Data Right legislation. Plus all the latest on WA's gas export policy; ASIC investigation into NDIS investor, Jobs figures dampen likelyhood of rates drop.

Nadia Budihardjo and Jack McGinn discuss the complexities of navigating WA's gas market. Plus $4 billion Burswood Point project turns sod; State government moves to help farm-to-table businesses; Cambridge want to deny $200 million Ocean Village plan.

Liv Declerck and Jack McGinn discuss the Margaret River arts scene, and how local artists have opened up their studios. Plus all the latest on David Templeman's resignation; WA's beef 'monopoly' hurting farmers, and a stagnation of female CEO numbers.

Jack McGinn speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about a partnership between two influential businessmen to address WA's healthcare squeeze. Plus: Dardanup abattoir; MinRes Perth Basin results; and Woolstores plan axed.

Isabel Vieira and Charlie Gunningham discuss trends in the startup ecosystem. Plus: Nine-day week offer; Poynton appointment; and Rottnest lodge opening.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss commodity price wins for uranium, lithium and iron ore; Greatland Gold's Telfer deal; Perth wave park; EY contract; Little Creatures; and a preview of the next Business News magazine.

Tom Zaunmayr and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the second tranche of local government reforms. Plus: AMEC calls out ESG code; $78m Subiaco project; and Pinjarra's Exchange Hotel.