Neville Owen's ties to Kerry Stokes have created more complications for the Crown casino inquiry after Business News unearthed details of a joint venture with Tim Roberts.
A small Perth company with backers in Dubai has announced ambitious plans for a $4.1 billion project to convert gas from the Canning Basin into fertiliser and petrochemicals.
While major projects have boosted some parts of the state, many regional councils face challenges, including economic diversification, unemployment and environmental sustainability.