Cassandra Charlick

The recent announcement of Margaret River's first five-star resort has evoked a strong reaction from locals and businesses in the region.

South West businesses are advising visitors to adjust their expectations ahead of the long weekend.

The Margaret River Gourmet Escape has wrapped up another successful event, but planned changes for next year have some business owners worried.

WA accommodation providers have somewhat grudgingly learned to live with third-party intermediaries, or online booking channels.

ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: From sleepy country town to international tourism destination, wine has been vital to Margaret River's growth, but there's much more to it. This article is part of a special series to mark Business News' 25-year anniversary.

Never settling for second best, a hardworking couple has spent the past 15 years transforming Margaret River's local pub, Settlers Tavern, into a venue of national note.

A niche offering and strong social media engagement have paid off for Sean Blocksidge's Margaret River tour business.

People, not produce, provide the biggest challenge for Wills Domain and its owner, former 40under40 award winner Darren Haunold.

Two-time 40under40 winner Anthony Janssen is no stranger to the bumpy ride that accompanies entrepreneurship.

Dining accolades, tourism successes, exploratory wines and a new venture in the pipeline – it's a big year for Voyager Estate, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary.

Six months after Dunsborough restaurant Yarri opened to much fanfare, we talk to the team behind the venture about their long-term strategy.

How did Australia's richest film prize come to land in Busselton, a regional town with a population of just 38,300?