Business News - WA

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.