Liv Declerck

John Phillips played a key role in initiating the global expansion of GHD, which has grown to become one of the biggest engineering consulting firms in Australia.

Senior journalist Jack McGinn and journalist Liv Declerck discuss the application of business principles in the non-profit sector.

Perth-based chemical engineering business Hazer Group has extended its non-binding memorandum of understanding with French utility company ENGIE SA to establish its first facility in Europe.

Chorus, Anglicare WA and Lifeline Australia are utilising business philosophies to survive in the not-for-profit space.

The Community Arts Network, Theatre Kimberley and Warlayirti Artists Aboriginal Corporation are among the recipients of the state government’s $900,000 regional arts funding.

Maali Group managing director Mitchell Matera was announced as First Amongst Equals at the 40under40 Awards for 2023, taking the top spot ahead of a varied cohort of Western Australia’s young business and community leaders.

Wangara-based Banks and Bloom Distillery + Lab has been awarded double gold at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Ice Vodka.

Arts Impact WA has announced an opera production and a biotechnological artwork as the two winning projects of its 2023 art grants, valued at $100,000 each.

Journalists Jack McGinn and Liv Declerck discuss the outlook and challenges facing the WA wine industry.

Collie-based medicinal cannabis company Cannaponics has raised more than $3 million for its new facility, setting the record for the biggest raise on crowdfunding platform Birchal for 2023.

An impressive vintage is good news for WA wineries given the ongoing challenges of rising input costs.

Journalists Simone Grogan and Liv Declerck discuss an emerging distillery in Margaret River. Plus: Perth house prices, 7-Eleven deal and social housing.

The New Town Toyota Walk for Women’s Cancer 2023 has raised more than $1.5 million to fund cancer research at Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.

Smilov Spirits brings the best of local produce to its gin and vodka.

Woodside Energy has appointed Melbourne-based Liz Westcott as executive vice-president of Australian operations, replacing Fiona Hick, who joined Fortescue Metals.

Galena Mining has raised $20 million from investors after wet weather conditions and technical issues caused delays in the ramp-up period for its Abra base metals mine.

Matt Mckenzie and Liv Declerck discuss record grain crops and the fertiliser market. Plus: Woodside's Voice stance, WA Ballet leadership and Town of Cambridge opposition.

Latin Resources is on track to raise $37.1 million from institutional investors for its Salinas lithium project in Brazil.

WA’s biggest grain exporter is breaking harvest records and investing in local growers and international trade.

A touch of liquid goodness may help alleviate declining soil quality.

A $10.4 million waste management plant in Collie has been completed, providing a bioenergy solution to waste and landfill overflow.

The World Transplant Games are being hosted in Perth for the first time in its 24 year history, attracting 45 countries to Western Australia to participate in sporting events.

CBH has received its first shipment of liquid fertiliser at its new fertiliser plant in Kwinana, marking the exporter’s first time entering the liquid fertiliser market.

St John of God Health Care has announced Bryan Pyne as the healthcare provider’s permanent chief executive.

The federal government has temporarily suspended its appeal to the World Trade Organization over China’s tariffs on Australian barley after China agreed to undertake a review.

Jordan Murray speaks to cadet journalist Liv Declerck about her recent interview with Expression Australia boss Rebecca Adam.

As Expression Australia chief executive, Rebecca Adam’s mission includes increasing the use of Auslan.

COMO The Treasury and Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa were among the winners of the Australian Hotels Association Perth Airport WA Accommodation Awards 2023.

Good Drinks Australia, Stella Bella Wines and Dardanup Butchering Company are among 10 WA businesses to win a share of a new round of state government grants aiming to help develop new food and beverage projects.

Thomson Geer Lawyers has recruited a third partner this year after appointing Nicholas Creed to its banking and finance team in Perth.

Real estate agency LAWD has opened an office in West Perth to expand its national reach and strengthen its growth in Western Australia.

Mining equipment provider WesTrac has partnered with Lifeline WA to launch a peer-led health and wellbeing program to support staff struggling with their mental health.