Business News - WA

Elisha Newell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the market of IPOs. Plus: Water Corp distances from Alcoa decision; BP Australia; and WA's capital expenditure.

Mark Beyer and Sam Jones discuss some of WA's largest private companies, including Hancock, Tattarang and Laurence Escalante's VGW Holdings. Plus the latest on WA Labor's plan for an electric bus fleet; Rio's 10 per cent emission reduction in the Pilbara; and Kelsian Group divests three bus depots for $20.3 million.

Tom Zaunmayr and Isabel Vieira discuss how a copper project could revitalise a Pilbara ghost town. Plus the latest on Nats' promise to give Royalties for Regions to Perth; Chevron's suite of leadership changes; and a proposal for social housing on Beaufort Street.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss a Copenhagen architecture firm leading timber design. Plus, Satterley Property Group, Strandline Resources in administration and fourth Woodside protestor fined.

Mark Beyer and Tom Zaunmayr, filling in for Mark Pownall, discuss the biggest news stories of the week, including falling iron ore profits; Yindjibarndi-Fortescue dispute; Mitsui's Rhodes Ridge deal; lithium losses; interest rates; Morley Galleria; and Bechtel.

Isabel Vieira and Liv Declerck discuss Perth Symphony Orchestra's push into the regions. Plus the Natioanls WA pledge $1 billion to regional housing; Exmouth's $400m deepwater port progresses; and Monadelphous books $400m in contracts.

Sam Jones and Mark Beyer discuss the growth of Tattarang. Plus; Fortescue profits halved, IGO slumps on loss and state election coverage.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss the improved outlook for Perth's office market. Plus Yindjibarndi reveals $1.8b damages claim; Ellison plays down design fault claims; and Woodside warns of flow-on from EPA delays.

Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss what a Trump presidency means for AUKUS. Plus the latest on the RBA's rates decision; BHP's industrial relations warnings; and Roger Cook's stamp duty commitment.

Nadia Budihardjo and Jack McGinn discuss a busy year ahead for a Pilbara youth project. Disgraced ex-Labor parliamentarian dies; Heritage laws see farmer fined for work on property; and WA Labor commit $210m for housing.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss the volatility in markets caused by US president Donald Trump including gold, iron ore, and aluminium; a board battle at Global Lithium; Western Power issues; Morley Galleria; and a preview of the next magazine.

Sam Jones speaks to Isabel Vieira about the state's role in the global space industry. Plus: WA grain harvest; Civmec's results; and Freo apartments plan.

Mark Beyer and Nadia Budihardjo discuss business opportunities from maggots. Plus Ellison fulfils $3.8m penalty; Santos kicks off production at Halyard 2; and Busselton resort set for multi-million-dollar upgrade.

Isabel Vieira and Liv Declerck discuss the more than 120 breweries in Western Australia. Plus Nedlands set for an Aldi; ISPT's $40m Enex works nears completion; and Forrest's marine company in Federal Court.

Isabel Vieira and Liv Declerck discuss a WA foundation's free flights to support regional healthcare. Plus former Eagle and AFL butt heads in court; Trump says tariff exemption for Australia will have 'great consideration'; and Satterley plaza plan approved.

Nadia Budihardjo and Mark Beyer discuss Japanese investments in Western Australia. Plus Burrup activists avoid jailtime; PM to speak with Trump over tariffs; Cedar Woods revives $93.4m project; and Human Urban to move to old Red Sea nightclub.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss an industry push to address the proliferation of vacant buildings in Fremantle. Plus Tesla to open Collie remanufacturing facility; Controversy over Saracen Properties' resort; and $2.7b boost to WA revenue after Aussie dollar weakens.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss the renewable energy sector including the updates on BP and WA wind farms; Fortescue's deal in the mining industry; House prices and office vacancy rates; the state election; and a preview of the South West publication.

Nadia Budihardjo and Tom Zaunmayr discuss a looming Pilbara water crisis. Plus Meg O'Neill's warning over approvals; RAC Arena set for security upgrade; and Italian company snaps up WA renewables farms.

Isabel Vieira and Liv Declerck discuss recent moves in WA's corporate finance sector. Plus: Fortescue's Red Hawk bid update; Centuria office results; and Bunnings' half-year report.

Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the upcoming 2025 state election. Plus: Fortescue's Red Hawk bid; Premier on BP's project; and $9.7m Busselton housing.

Jack McGinn speaks to Isabel Vieira about studies proposed to ease the congestion squeeze in Rockingham. Plus: Super Pit expansion; Perth's house prices; and fast-tracked mining approvals.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss financial audits of WA universities. Plus: Chamber of Minerals and Energy releases its election wishlist; Tonkin Highway $1bn extension contract awarded; and Minderoo foundation cuts staff and costs.

Mark Pownall and Sam Jones discuss Fortescue's $254m Red Hawk Mining move; the Minderoo Foundation's staff and spending cut; Sirona Urban's future plans for student accommodation; the Pastoralist and Graziers Association entering voluntary administration; and the state government's $150m Kalgoorlie vanadium battery.

Jack McGinn and Ray Jordan discuss the state of play in the wine industry. Plus Mineral Resources' debt pile grows; Rockingham studies continue and major hotel deal settles.