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.
The state government says it expects “dedicated fan bases” travelling from interstate and overseas will be unperturbed in attending major sporting tourism events in Perth amid the global fuel crisis.
ANALYSIS: Basketball WA chief executive Fabian Ross says the state governing body will maintain its open dialogue with NBL1 West clubs regarding potential fuel-related impacts this season.
Michael Walshe-led Metallium has secured its second binding agreement in the space of three months, amid a push to commercialise its US-based metal recycling operations.
Subiaco-based Blue Star Helium has announced plans to raise $10 million, as it eyes off further development of its Galatica/Pegasus helium project in North America.
Wangara-based contractor Duratec has extended its working relationship with Newmont Corporation, after securing a new plug and abandonment services contract.
The Environmental Protection Authority has recommended Western Power's proposal to build a new power transmission line in Perth's northern suburbs for approval, subject to conditions.
Netball WA Group chief executive Simone Hansen is confident the code is on course to meet a series of important key performance indicators as it continues an upward trajectory.