Business News - WA

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss female workforce participation rates in the construction industry. Plus: Baker gets Synergy CEO nod; English college collapses citing visa settings; Approval for $95m South Perth build.

Nadia Budihardjo and Mark Pownall discuss the generational transition of wealth in WA. Plus: Saffioti defends event cost transparency; UWA clears hurdle for India campus; GenusPlus to build Merredin big battery.

Ava Rawlings and Nadia Budihardjo discuss why some post-uni legal training is taking the next step. Plus: Green light for $400m solar, battery build; Woodside's NWS consultation extended; Lithuania appoints Hasluck as WA consul.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall record their last podcast together, discussing K+S Pilbara salt project; renewable project rules; major appointments; VGW; property agency moves; Aukus review; public holiday talks; and a preview of the next magazine.

Koby Cooke and Jack McGinn discuss Nine Perth's 60th anniversary. Plus: Pilbara salt project axed; State to bolster environmental regulators; Road upgrades in $113m budget share.

Jack McGinn and Justin Fris discuss why WA’s ability to decarbonise hinges on the development of power transmission networks. Plus: Rinehart re-brands Roy Hill, Atlas Iron; Regional WA's only international flight axed; Historic Goldfields Pipeline in major upgrade.

Jack McGinn and Justin Fris discuss the establishment and business fundamentals of the newly-created Perth Bears rugby league team. Plus: Austal suitor claims key approval; Tomkinson appointed WA's new agent general; Corruption watchdog boss retires.

Nadia Budihardjo and Mark Beyer discuss a heated debate on the future of the Pilbara as a mining hub. Plus WA public holiday debate comes up; Fox Fridays Brewing finds buyer; and $1.35 billion rail project opens.

Kathy Skantzos and Claire Tyrrell discuss why a planning consultancy is undergoing a structural shift. Plus: Rio leaders cut ribbon on $US2bn mine; BHP to demolish Esplanade Hotel wing; Albanese weighs US beef imports.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Laurence Escalante's VGW; Roger Cook's business summit; South Perth apartments; ferries on the river; the Burswood racetrack; e-scooters in the city; and a new music venue in Northbridge.

Claire Tyrrell and Kathy Skantzos discuss why Western Australia's screen industry is shooting for growth. Plus: Ammonia project eyes Woodside carbon deal; Perron to build $19m Toyota centre; E-scooter hire suspended after fatal crash; Netball WA posts $173k surplus.

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss why a port project in Broome could transform the north-west’s trade engagement with Asia. Plus: Grange pulls out of $350m timber tower; Green light for $10m Busselton build; WA govt in new tech agreement.

Elisha Newell and Kathy Skantzos discuss why some experts are calling for a long-term vision in WA's future legislative framework. Plus: Freeway widening gets $230m budget tick; Perth home values up in May; Mine constraints clip Sino profits.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss property investment within WA's childcare sector. Plus: State confirms heritage review plan; Satterley takes out WA business award; Cook taps Warner for ombudsman role; Cost of WACA project rises by $12.5m.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Woodside's North West Shelf project and the recent approval; Saracen's $118m Gnarabup resort; Aboriginal cultural heritage laws; a review of Alcoa's expansion plans; Healthscope in receivership; and a preview of the next Business News magazine.

Koby Cooke and Mark Pownall discuss the Castelli family's success. Plus: Alcoa's contentious proposals open to the public; TAFE fees boost in budget; Forrest weighs in on Cott toilets talk.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss why WA architects are adapting to fluctuations within the property market. Plus: Woodside's NWS extension approved; Big changes to shadow ministry; Carey declares Women and Babies Hospital saga over; Council votes on Stokes' laneway access.

Kathy Skantzos and Elisha Newell discuss why a seismic program aims to unlock the next generation of natural resources in WA. Plus: Pacific minister sounds NWS alarm; Crown Perth appoints chair, chief executive; Erceg, Litis flag $34m village.

Mark Beyer and Justin Fris discuss workplace safety laws. Plus; Genesis Minerals buy, MLG Oz contract win and student accommodation plan.

Sam Jones speaks to Ava Rawlings about the update on federal politics. Plus: North West Shelf legal action; Austal board appointment; and a $70m South Perth project.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss interest rates; the Carillon City redevelopment; leadership changes at Fortescue, Rio and Mineral Resources; projects in the Pilbara; and updates on WA Rich list.

Nadia Budihardjo speaks to Claire Tyrrell about a new barristers chambers in the Perth CBD. Plus: Rio Tinto CEO to exit; Coalition renegotiations; and $20m South Perth project.

Nadia Budihardjo speaks to Claire Tyrrell about the obstructions to justice in the state's legal landscape. Plus: Forrest's iron ore warning; $400m Narrogin battery; and Beerfarm's $13m capital raising.

Koby Cooke and Kathy Skantzos discuss why WA’s creative sector is calling for more government support. Plus: Nationals split from Coalition; Fiveight's Carillon City plan approved; Rio to invest $1.4bn in Chilean JV.

Koby Cooke and Mark Pownall discuss Graham Hardie’s hospitality and entertainment empire. Plus: Bundey appointed MinRes chair-elect; Perenti wins $500m Agnew extension; EPA to assess Greenbushes expansion; $20m Inglewood plan submitted.

Claire Tyrrell speaks to Kathy Skantzos about shifts in Perth’s property agencies. Plus: Fortescue plans wind farm; Motor Trades Association blasts RAC deal; and Inspired Homes in liquidation.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss the IAG's $1.4bn takeover of RAC WA; the Women's and Babies hospital; CEO moves; apartment approvals; Burswood precinct updates; industrial estates; and a preview of the next Business News magazine.

Kathy Skantzos and Claire Tyrrell discuss environmental offsets within the property sector. Plus: Cook presses Albo over Woodside call; Westfield Booragoon $792m upgrade delay granted; De Ceglie to be Perth Bears boss.

Nadia Budihardjo and Elisha Newell discuss why WA distillers are feeling the hangover of the spirits excise tax. Plus: Aramco eyes Woodside LNG stake; Approval for $80m Sorrento build; Green light for $49m City Beach project.

Elisha Newell and Mark Beyer discuss the state of renewable energy projects throughout Western Australia. Plus: Ley to lead Liberals; Bennett details Rayney case; Multimillion-dollar industrial estates up for sale.

Kathy Skantzos and Nadia Budihardjo discuss why two US trade experts are optimistic about WA’s emerging defence precinct. Plus: Aly moves to cabinet in reshuffle; Final WA seat called after seven days; Kerr announces plans to depart South32.

Justin Fris and Jack McGinn discuss why a prominent industry lobby is calling for legislated coordination of WA's strategic industrial areas. Plus: Convention centre future in draft scheme; Nationals stalwart confirms retirement; Mazda flags $23m showroom.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss the recent federal election; the Woodside AGM; 40u40 awards; apartment projects; private business deals; takeovers in the gold sector; Clive Palmer; and the rugby league.

Elisha Newell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the children’s paediatric hospice proposal in Swanbourne. Plus: Campaign against Woodside director falls short; SKS to build $100m Cockburn towers; Stand aside! Perth Bears confirmed for 2027 season.

Elisha Newell and Jack McGinn discuss gold projects presently in the pipeline throughout WA. Plus: Cook waters down net zero legislation plan; Green light for $60m Nedlands housing; Premier confirms Perth's return to NRL.

Jack McGinn and Sam Jones discuss Saturday's federal election. Plus: Northern Star's $65m camp in limbo; Accor to manage Busselton resort; Chalice sees iron upside at Gonneville.

Claire Tyrrell discuss companies using alternative construction methods and their role in solving the housing crisis. Plus the latest on WA's federal election results; Gold Fields to acquire Gold Road Resources; and Neoen's wind farm valued at $450m.

Claire Tyrrell and Kathy Skantzos discuss Kimberley icon Sam Lovell's commitment to WA's cultural tourism. Plus: Gold Road in halt amid M&A rumours; Woolworths flags $25m project; AGL seeks to triple Kwinana output.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss the upcoming federal election; City of Perth; Colin Barnett; property developments; Woodside; the auditor-general; Mineral Resources; wind farms; a preview of the next Business News magazine; and more.

Sam Jones and Mark Beyer discuss key issues within Western Australia's resources sector. Plus: Albany iron ore mine still on the cards; Sirona's $120m South Perth plan approved; Perth home values continue to climb; Former Forrest lawyer launches Chord Advisory.

Sam Jones and Elisha Newell discuss why a new type of artificial intelligence is generating a buzz in the global tech sector. Plus: Regis made to wait on Plibersek decision review; IGO strained by 'underperforming' Kwinana refinery; Cedar Woods lifts profit guidance; CPI falls within RBA target range.

Sam Jones and Mark Beyer discuss lessons Australia could learn from the US shipbuilding industry. Plus MinRes eyes new chair and directors; Colin Barnett sounds off on strategic minerals reserve; and Woodside Energy make a $27 billion decision.

Elisha Newell and Claire Tyrrell discuss why some property leaders are calling for a reduction in red tape, in relation to development of Perth CBD-based assets. Plus: Perseus hits go on $820m goldmine; US-China trade war presents challenges, Lynas says; WA in economic hat-trick: CommSec.

Koby Cooke and Isabel Viera discuss movements within the gold sector. Plus: Sheep export ban draws protestors as candidate moot; Lean Chalice keeps spending low; Byford childcare sold for $5.5m.

Jack McGinn and Justin Fris discuss trends and revenue streams for sporting businesses in Western Australia. Plus: Another MinRes director resigns; Dutton pledges $21bn defence spending boost; Paladin production up 17pc at Langer Heinrich.

Elisha Newell and Sam Jones discuss Federal Labor’s election pledge to ban non-compete clauses for low and middle income earners. Plus: Brownes Dairy put up for sale; 'No Easter egg' for Perth Basin gas JV; Borshoff laments 'broken' uranium market.

Nadia Budihardjo and Tom Zaunmayr discuss business success stories within WA's North West. Plus: Australia 'not ready' for IR reform: Taylor; Perth's rental vacancy returning to normal; Woodside inks Uniper LNG deal; Hancock lodges $250m office plan.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss the week's news, including the Federal election campaign; Mineral Resources' resignations; VGW's regulatory scrap; and Hancock's $250m office plan.

Nadia Budihardjo and Tom Zaunmayr discuss WA's honey industry. Plus: Cyclonic impact weighs on Rio; Two MinRes directors resign; EPA recommends Gorgon panel overhaul.

Elisha Newell and Kathy Skantzos discuss a new community movement to address WA’s escalating poverty problem. Plus MinRes' latest mine won't be assessed by EPA; Scentre Group get approval for $38m apartment plan; and Trump hints pharma and semiconductor tariffs are coming.