Business News - WA

Mark Pownall, Tom Zaunmayr and Claire Tyrrell discuss the SWM and Southern Cross merger; SGH’s Bluescope bid; Rio, Glencore talks; Hancock’s moves in gas; gold prices; fishing bans; international events; and the latest in property this week.

The latest on the Bondi attack royal commission; Perth Mint's December results; and Locus' Hillarys project. The interview component within the At Close of Business podcast will resume on January 12.

The latest on Hancock's $850m move for gas assets; Greatland, Regis coffers near $1bn; Seven West-Southern Cross deal finalised. The interview component within the At Close of Business podcast will resume from January 12.

Sam Jones has the latest on the campaign to overturn federal electoral funding laws; Arena's Wildcats acquisition; and Erben's $10m property buy. The interview component within the At Close of Business podcast will resume from January 12.

Welcome back to At Close of Business for the first time in 2026. Plus: Beef businesses brace for tariff impact; Perth leads national house price growth; Sculpture by the Sea secures state government funding after axing. The interview component within the At Close of Business podcast will resume from January 12.

Jack McGinn speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about the challenges industrial operators face at the outer fringes of WA's main electric network. Plus: Contract for electric ferries awarded; AEMO projects gas supply to deplete; and RM Capital fined.

Mark Pownall, Tom Zaunmayr and Isabel Vieira discuss Woodside boss Meg O'Neill's move to BP, the biggest mining deals. commercial property transactions and agricultural deals of 2025.

Tom Zaunmayr and Ella Loneragan discuss WA's grains industry. Plus State Government tips $435m into housing; Meg O'Neill resigns; and new CCIWA economist named.

Mark Pownall and Justin Fris discuss WA family business dynasties. Plus: Westgold to divest Mt Henry for $64m; Cambridge revokes developer policy; Perth industrial vacancy remains lowest in nation.

Mark Pownall and Justin Fris discuss some prominent multigenerational family businesses in Perth. Plus the latest on Linda Reynold's bankruptcy case, Rio Tinto's Rhodes Ridge project and a Bayswater warehouse sale.

Isabel Vieira and Tom Zaunmayr discuss why the Koolyanobbing mine is living up to its 1947 billing as holding an almost inexhaustible deposit. Plus: CBH posts $5.8bn revenue, profit jump; Fortescue makes $152m copper play; Sirona reveals plans to bring more student beds to Perth.

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss West Tech Fest. Plus Hanwha's bid to double ownership approved; Reynolds bankrupts Higgins; and Lifeline chief will depart after a decade.

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss energy asset developments, Hanwha's FIRB approval, Tronox's rare earths win, law firm split, and more.

Ella Loneragan and Tom Zaunmayr discuss WA artist Peter Farmer and his 30-year legacy that has gone global. Plus the latest on the ACCC's investigation into IAG's, the WAPC's ferry terminal meeting and Running With Thieves' new venture.

Sam Jones and Elisha Newell discuss how a new wave of mining bonuses and equity vesting has reshaped WA's executive pay ladder. Plus: Tronox poised for $900m critical minerals financing; Perth council scraps culture review; St Barbara to sell 60pc of Simberi.

Ella Loneragan speaks with Claire Tyrrell about the changes Perth needs to see to reach its full potential. Plus the latest on Synergy's $4.5m solar and wind farm, the RBA's cash rate and The Raft's move to South Perth.

Sam Jones and Tom Zaunmayr discuss how the second generation of a famous WA performing family is working to ensure its cultural contribution continues. Plus: Acid leak at first Pilbara iron ore mine; Chalice halves Gonneville development costs; Itochu joins Pilbara ammonia plan.

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Spud Shed's move into milk; fishing rights; major business deals; Gina Rinehart's helicopter pad; NDIS dramas and more.

Mark Beyer and Justin Fris discuss the rapid growth of Site Sentry. Plus; Chevron's $3bn Gorgon call; Rio Tinto, BHP trail EV haul trucks and CSBP contracts Lake Way potash.

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss the career of top lawyer Denis McLeod. Plus; WA resources sector sales, jobs; $1bn Perth Airport contract and Fremantle Timezone's sale.

Tom Zaunmayr and Sam Jones discuss how WA’s biggest firms are fuelling growth within the state’s tech sector. Plus: Rinehart-backed Vulcan secures $3.9bn financing haul; Perth backs axing workplace review; Master Builders appoints new WA president.

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss 40 years of Crown Perth. Plus the latest on the new Fremantle freight link; Swings & Roundabouts comes to Fremantle, and $1`00m battery clears planning hurdle.

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss the rise of the self storage sector in Perth. Plus the latest on Gina Rinehart's West Perth helipad, the Spud King's milk venture and Perth's property prices.

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss local charity short back and sidewalks. Plus Watt says EPBC reform won't drive higher bills; Element Zero pilot plant switched on; and M Construction fined over workplace death.

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the EPBC Act; Fortescue v Element Zero case; Tony Galati's apple push and Perth Park.