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.
Viridis Mining and Minerals’ joint venture with Ionic Rare Earths, Viridion, has secured a industrial land parcel in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.
West Perth-based junior Many Peaks Minerals is a step closer to its inaugural mineral resource estimate at the Ferké gold project in Côte d’Ivoire, following an overnight private capital raise.
As it looks to expand its critical minerals reach into the US, Perth-based Locksley Resources has appointed Viriathus as its American strategic advisor.
Perth-based junior Viridis Mining and Minerals has furthered its backing of chief executive Rafael Moreno, adding the title of managing director to his portfolio.
Outgoing Boral chief executive and managing director Vik Bansal has added another director role to his portfolio, joining Soul Patts’ board from August 15.
Fresh from the recent release of its definitive feasibility study, Ausgold has announced plans to raise $35 million via a single tranche capital raise.
ANALYSIS: Troy Cook-led Bundara West's partnership with Breight Group continues to provide important training and support for First Nations Australians.
Arrow Minerals boss David Flanagan says the junior has yet to be formally advised by the Guinean government in relation its tenement status within the country.
ANALYSIS: AC Milan chief operating officer Maikel Oettle has provided insight into the club's upcoming Perth trip, talk of a proposed Serie A home game in WA and key off-pitch initiatives.
West Perth-based explorer Antipa Minerals has announced plans to raise $40 million, in order to accelerate development of its Minyari gold-copper project in Western Australia.
New Mineral Resources chair Malcolm Bundey says the appointment of two experienced professionals to the company's board is a reflection of "my immediate priorities as chair".
High Wycombe-based FBR has received its first payment of $US150,000 from Samsung Heavy Industries in relation to phase one of its shipbuilding automation project.