Special Reports

From multinational private equity firms to sovereign wealth fund-backed groups and a pioneering First Nations venture, the race to build the next generation of digital infrastructure in WA is under way.

With $12 billion available to transform Henderson into a specialised defence precinct, the race is on to capitalise on the opportunity.

WA's charities are turning to technology to increase operational efficiencies.

Enel X's role as a commercial-scale energy asset aggregator will help keep the lights on in the South West Interconnected System again this summer.

Evolving generation methods and growing energy demand in remote locations have boosted a handful of WA businesses.

Economic conditions are paving the way for the retail property sector to become a preferred asset class for investors.

Vikas Rambal believes industrial might is where the country's long-term prosperity lies.

Two local family offices have found mutual benefit in working together when it comes to investment in emerging companies.

The rich will try to spread their wealth but sometimes – be it luck or good management – their pile is reliant on a single investment.

Some arts organisations are straining under the weight of rising costs and uncertain funding, while others have found a way forward.

Four regional maltsters are hoping to reduce WA craft brewers' reliance on global agribusinesses.

Perth's ice-cream scene is booming courtesy of a new crop of artisans and the resurgence of some old favourites.

Developers of multi-residential properties are overcoming challenges to push on with projects.

Goldminers are increasing the scale and size of their operations amid a record price environment fuelled by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty.

The provision of tourism-related infrastructure will need to lift to meet WA's growing potential.

The state's Indigenous tourism sector is growing, although regional risks, funding and equity remain major hurdles.

As Onslow Iron reaches nameplate capacity, the time has come for Mineral Resources to sink or swim.

High commodity prices and a wave of cross-border capital have fuelled another busy half for WA's dealmakers.

WA's commercial building sector has experienced a shake-up in the past 12 months.

There's a schism between the digital haves and have nots in classrooms across the state.

Increased contracting opportunities with big miners and government procurement programs underpin growth of the sector.

Minderoo Foundation is redefining the future of philanthropy with a reshaped strategy of funding and support.

The state's ability to decarbonise hinges on the development of power transmission networks.

A port project in Broome could be set to transform the region's trade engagement with Asia, as the final pieces fall into place.

Experienced barristers have set up a practice on the Terrace, the latest in a string of smaller chambers in Perth.

Changes in the WA legal landscape have shown the concerning gaps present in the access to justice.

Distillers are feeling the hangover as the spirits excise tax curtails growth.

In a secluded Bickley workshop, Hilton Izzett crafts spirits in copper stills that reflect his love of nature.

Gold's recent record price run has put a spotlight on two billion-dollar Pilbara gold projects amid a flurry of activity.

Roger Cook's name has been a regular feature on the annual list of Western Australia's most influential business and political players published by Business News.

Land developers are embracing inland areas and different housing types in a bid to meet the state's housing needs.

Several WA junior miners are making positive forays into Latin America, where they're finding fit-for-purpose regulations and local skills.