Janelle Macri

The beverage and packaging industries have been accused of running a scare campaign over a proposed container deposit scheme for Western Australia.

When Ann Poublon decided to change from being an independent bookseller to a national chain bookstore owner in the early 1990s, she had no idea how great a role she would play in building that franchise brand in Western Australia.

Increased feedstock prices and government policy decisions continue to hamper the emerging biofuels industry in 2007, with all listed Western Australian biofuel companies recording losses last financial year.

Up to 17,800 additional skilled workers will be required in Western Australia each year for the next 10 years to cope with the state’s increased workforce needs, according to a new government report.

North Fremantle-based Tradition Stained Glass provides a rare modern example of a highly specialised craft being passed down through multiple generations of one family.

Perth-based aircraft engine maintenance provider Pacific Turbine Pty Ltd has closed its doors after 26 years as the region’s premier maintenance provider for corporate jet and Learjet engines.

A major multinational oil company has terminated advanced negotiations with Western Australian biodiesel producer Australian Renewable Fuels Ltd to supply its WA retail service stations with blended biodiesel.

As many as 17,800 additional skilled workers will be required in Western Australia each year for the next ten years to cope with increased workforce needs, according to a report released today by the state government.

Managing cash flow can be a major problem for many growing small and medium enterprises, or for those just starting out.

Western Australia’s renewable energy sector has received a welcome boost after Synergy announced it would purchase 40 megawatts of renewable energy from a proposed biomass plant near Bridgetown.

A proposed biomass plant near Bridgetown that has attracted strong community opposition and is yet to gain environmental approval has been selected by government-owned energy retailer Synergy to supply 40 megawatts of renewable energy.

Growing his business from a two-person operation out of an Adelaide home 15 years ago to a national company with 160 employees and an annual turnover of $24 million a year, Accuweigh Group chief executive Brenton Cunningham has emerged as a winner of this

Air Mauritius will add a third Perth-Mauritius service in mid-2008 as it looks to grow Perth as its Australian operational hub.

Western Australian waste tyre recycling company Reclaim Industries Ltd is preparing to reap the benefits of a state government initiative banning the dumping of used tyres into landfill by 2011.

Skilled migration agency Immigration Solutions Australia is preparing to re-badge itself after recent merger and acquisition activity has expanded its suite of services.

The outcome of the legal battle surrounding allegations of workplace bullying could have implications for Western Australian small to medium enterprises without bullying policies, according to a workplace behaviour specialist.

With an increasing number of small businesses opting for an online shop front to sell their products in the global marketplace, one Duncraig home-based graphic and design business is reaping the benefits of incorporating e-commerce into its website.

The state government has signalled the possibility of lifting its ban on genetically modified crops, which could lead to major investments in a new GM cotton industry in the Ord River irrigation area.

Incoming EPA chairman Dr Paul Vogel says he wants to engage in an open dialogue with industry, government and conservation groups to help deliver sustainable outcomes for all stakeholders in the environmental approvals process.

A new report has found labour shortages, natural resource supply, and environmental issues remain key concerns for industries within the Kwinana Industrial Area.

The state government has signalled the possibility of lifting its ban on genetically modified cotton crops, which could lead to major investments in a new cotton industry in the Ord River irrigation area.

Having received an additional $11.9 million from the state government to promote Western Australia as a business travel destination in late March, the Perth Convention Bureau has undertaken an overhaul of its structure and operations which will shift its

Registered nurse Barbara Davey started in-home health care provider Carealot almost 11 years ago, foreshadowing the dramatic surge in demand for aged care as the baby boomer generation approached retirement age.

Unit holders of the strata-titled Best Western Emerald Hotel on Mount Street have appointed a real estate agent with the intention of selling the property.

After importing boom sprays for 20 years through their company, Hardi Spraying Equipment, the entrepreneurial family team of Brett, Elizabeth and Cameron Moir identified a gap in the Australian market for a unique, articulated industrial loader, widely us

After almost eight years of research and development, Malaga-based company StreetSurfer has developed a new business division to market its suspension technology to the world.

After years of inaction and threats of closure, Western Australian tourism icon Rottnest Island is gearing up for a new lease on life.

Welshpool-based solar water and power solutions provider Solco Ltd is scouting for its next strategic growth opportunity, and aims to raise $2.6 million through a rights issue to provide working capital and fund strategic acquisitions.

Bob and Kaye Meade of Bokay Group know first hand the strength of a family business, particularly in times of adversity.

After serving four and half years as general manager of Melbourne’s Hilton on the Park, Ruth Harrison has returned to the Parmelia Hilton Perth to take on the role of general manager for a second time, replacing Peter Hourigan.

Australia's biggest takeover has given rise to the largest single corporate financing deal in the Australian loan market, after ANZ, NAB Capital and BNP Paribas approved a $10 billion loan to support Wesfarmers Ltd in their acquisition of Coles Group Ltd.

An area south of Lake Preston, known as Harvey Ridge, has been identified as the best potential location for carbon dioxide geosequestration to service the South West coal industry.