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.
ANALYSIS: It only might be a few weeks into his tenure at Steel Blue Oval, but new Swan Districts chief executive Jarrad Wright is all smiles for many reasons.
The Willagee Bears broke through for their inaugural first grade title in Saturday's NRL WA grand final, on the back of a business model delivering new revenue and supporting the community.
Perth Football League president Geoff Glass says the competition remains committed to enhancing its community footprint, following another season of growth.
West Perth-based Black Canyon has announced plans to raise $10 million in order to facilitate exploration programs at its Wandanya project in the Pilbara.
Optus has announced it will sell and licence-back approximately 340 mobile tower and rooftop sites, as it looks to unlock additional capital for future investment.
GOLD WRAP: Goldminers Westgold Resources and Bellevue are both hopeful of a positive FY26, on the back of dealing with different challenges over the past 12 months.