New home completions in WA have slipped to their lowest level in almost two years, magnifying calls for the state to pause major infrastructure projects and focus on boosting housing supply.
The apartment developer says the state government's plan to reduce planning hurdles for train station precincts is worth pursuing, but may not work as expected.
This year's state property awards recognised the Multiplex WA regional director for his three decades of service as a commercial property developer in Perth.
ANALYSIS: The tier one builder's Victorian arm went into administration on Friday, leading to questions over the company's ability to take on projects in Perth.
Rita Saffioti has defended the state government's multi-billion-dollar investment in infrastructure at a time when the state was experiencing crippling skills shortages.
Our weekly appointments wrap includes Charlie Perkins, Shannon Robinson, Natalie Sangalli, Ilvana Arapovic, Nicola Brischetto, Graham Kerr and Nicholas Ellery.
