Catie Low

AUSTRALIA’S relatively small manufacturing sector has major flow-on effects on the nation’s advertising industry, particularly in WA.

A STRONG, consistent strategy and good management are the powerhouse behind the hugely successful Bunnings brand, according to Bunnings Building Supplies managing director Joe Boros.

THE WA Government’s rescue package to avoid any further delays in the construction of new homes shows the risk this vital industry sector is facing in light of the global insurance crisis.

CHICKEN Treat has made some big changes to its approach to advertising over the past 12 months.

BURSWOOD Resort Casino is part of The Brand Agency success story. The $5 million account was picked up by The Brand Agency last year following an aggressive pitch process.

The marketing industry in WA is operating in one of the toughest markets on record. In these difficult times it’s easy to lose sight of the fantastic work produced here in Perth.

THE big news in the third radio ratings survey for the year is that there’s no news.

WA Business News 40under40 winner Steven Goh is one of 28 nominees chosen for the Entrepreneur of the Year (EoY) awards.

PROPERTY owners in the CBD are being asked to do their bit for the Swan River amid increasing concern about the waterway’s toxicity.

REALITY television has a strangely polarising effect on the population but, love it or hate it, there’s no doubt that astute contestants can use the media exposure to their advantage.

THE collapse of United Medical Protection this week has drawn attention to this sector of the insurance industry and a WA player that is outperforming the market.

THE planned demolition of the St John Ambulance building on Wellington Street has further inflamed the issue of heritage in the city.

QUALITY market research is a powerful tool for any business. But it comes at a cost.Harvesting information is labour intensive and requires access to as many minds as possible if any depth is to be achieved.

RALPH Sarich has ended weeks of speculation by confirming the acquisition of the second half of Allendale Square for $45 million.

THE City of Perth’s new advertising campaign has propelled WA Business News 40under40 winner Sally Capp into the limelight, but this time she’s talking about her city rather than her achievements.

ADVERTISING industry heavyweight Marketforce has retained the high-profile Quit account, following a public tender.The re-appointment confirmed the strength of the agency team, Marketforce managing director John Driscoll said.

THE owner of the Swan Barracks in Francis Street has terminated a parking contract with Secure Parking, prompting talk of redevelopment plans for the site.

INVESTORS are overlooking opportunities in the property market in the State’s South West despite the big demand for housing.

THE Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre has launched its brandmark (right), a key element in the marketing strategy for the new centre.

CORPORATE groups are emerging in the alternative health sector following in the footsteps of Foundation Healthcare, the Endeavour group and Lifecare.

THE property industry has hit back at suggestions an increase in stamp duty is on the cards in the upcoming State Budget.

TWO years after a ‘company-making’ deal to supply online public relations services to an international mining conglomerate, public relations firm Mars Group has released an offering for small to medium-sized businesses.

MANAGING commercial property is a vital revenue stream for the bigger agents in the city.

MALCOLM Auld is either very brave or a visionary but, whatever opinion you hold, his view of the future of online marketing has upset a lot of advertising agencies in Australia.

THE focus is back on Perth for Glenmont Properties’ next prospectus, following the successful syndication of Darwin property Energy House.

A FOCUS on cost cutting initiatives has forced Western Mining Corporation to consider a move out of the central business district.

THE big bulge is here and if you’re not part of the pattern then you better get out of the way.

MORE time working behind a desk and less time at play is yet another of the negative effects of our increasingly technological world.

A BIG increase in WA’s retiree population has prompted a spike in retirement property developments.

AUSTRALIA’S ageing population presents a major strategic planning challenge for governments.Industry analysts suggest a fundamental shift in thinking is required to support a larger group of aged people in our community.

INTEREST in all things earthy is enjoying something of a resurgence, thanks to the first home owner’s grant and the plethora of home improvement television shows.

A PRELIMINARY agreement struck between Andersen and Ernst & Young in Australia has major implications for commercial development in Perth.