THE health, lifestyle and recreation, business and mining professions are the top clients of WA’s $630 million meetings, incentives, conventions and events industry.
A VACANT building in North-bridge could soon become the new home for Perth comedians and live performers, with a proposal for a cabaret and comedy club recently given the go-ahead by the City of Perth.
WHILE an exclusive venue, delicious food and impressive audio-visual effects all play a part in the creation of a memorable conference, a professional speaker is the crucial ingredient that can make or break an event.
EACH weekend across the metropolitan area, thousands of shoppers visit one of Perth’s many vibrant markets to enjoy a day filled with atmosphere, free entertainment and bargain hunting.
TRADITIONAL rivalries in the field of architecture have been put aside in recent years in favour of productive alliances and associations between firms, creating a wealth of new concepts, ideas and designs.
A STRONG environmental conscience has earned WA builder Dale Alcock Homes national recognition at the Housing Industry Association’s inaugural GreenSmart Awards.
WITH less than 5 per cent of homes designed by architects these days, the profession is looking to claw back some of the lost ground with a new campaign.
HUMBLE holiday homes near the beach or in the country are set to grow in popularity and style as a generation of baby boomers look to split their time between functional apartments and lifestyle locations.
THE creative minds of WA tertiary IT students are moving into over-drive as they gear up to pitch their most innovative e-business ideas to the who’s who of the local industry.
OPTIMISM in WA’s resource sector, generated from announcements of major projects, has spilled over into the property sector, with sales of industrial land increasing markedly in the last quarter.
SHOPPING at the sales traditionally has been a time of frenzied activity for excited bargain hunters.But the frequency of sales these days has taken away some of the lustre, leaving many consumers questioning whether the sales are genuine.
ANTIQUE enthusiasts searching for that special centrepiece need look no further than the leafy western suburbs, where many of Perth’s antique dealers are tucked away.
THE State Government’s recent $88 million commitment to the Southern Transport Corridor in Geraldton will catapult the Mid West city into a period of rapid transformation and growth.
PERTH, once dubbed the city of lights by American astronaut John Glenn, may soon live up to its name with illuminated signs designed by WA company Lumacom set to start a new trend in company branding and advertising.
SHARE market volatility has prompted a cautious approach for many investors, with the “safe as houses” philosophy leading many to sink their money into property.
PERTH’S newest inner city residential development is turning the heads of investors not only for its rich history and stunning interior fit-outs, but also for the tenant guarantee on offer from selling agents Asset Special Projects.
EVER wanted to get behind the wheel of a Formula One racing car?Ever fancied yourself as a pilot in a Russian fighter jet?Than perhaps The Adrenalin Club, a new adventure club soon to set up shop in Perth, is for you.
WINE services is shaping up as the new battleground in WA’s fast maturing wine industry, with two groups spending millions on bottling plants in Perth’s southern suburbs.
PROPERTY figures from two government agencies suggest the sector has more than recovered from its post-GST slump and is headed for a period of prosperity, according to leading property organisations.
PLAYERS injured in four of WA’s most popular sports are costing the State an estimated $4.85 million a season, a newly-released WA Sports Injury Study has found.
THE availability of land on Perth’s urban fringe is drying up, with developers reluctant to release lots until the long-term market effects of the $14,000 First Home Owners grant are known.
AFTER helping thousands of WA families settle into new homes, two of Perth’s best known home builders have themselves recently made the move to a new business centre.
