Justin Fris joined Business News in 2024, covering junior miners, general breaking news and sport.
He previously spent nine years covering sport and general news across regional Australia. Originally from the Gold Coast, Mr Fris initially relocated to Western Australia to complete his degrees, before enjoying stints in Far North Queensland, Geraldton and Bunbury.
Throughout his time with the South Western Times in Bunbury, Mr Fris received industry recognition for his basketball, football and horse racing coverage.
Mr Fris studied at Edith Cowan University, where he graduated with a degree in Sport Management and Communciations.
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National Rugby League chief executive Andrew Abdo has again warmly praised Western Australia's re-introduction into an expanded National Rugby League competition.
The Perth Bears have secured the services of Sam Wentworth – much to the delight of head coach Mal Meninga and general manager of football David Sharpe.
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