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Universal Constructions has won a multi-million-dollar contract to build a specialist educational facility at Wanneroo Secondary College.

An extension of the Super Pit’s mine life has been waved through by the environmental watchdog but with strict noise and dust rules for the operation on the edge of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.

Logistics technology company Yojee has signed a binding memorandum of understanding with New South Wales-based SmartClear, in a bid to enhance customs technology.

OPINION: A weaker currency cuts both ways for Australia’s export-focused agricultural sector.

REVIEW: Magic establishments dot the delightful Pemberton forest region and deserve another look.

Former City of Nedlands mayor Cilla De Lacy has put her hat in the ring as an independent for the seat of Nedlands, in a move inspired by – but separate of – the national Teal movement.

Murdoch-based medtech firm Orthocell has continued its expedited expansion push, following news it had lodged an application to sell its nerve repair project Remplir in Canada.

Low-impact miners and explorers will be eligible for fast-tracked approvals under reforms hailed by the resources industry as “paper killing legislation”.

The capital has lost its status as the nation’s fastest growing city for house prices, pipped by Adelaide and Darwin in January.

Gold-focused Astral Resources has filed documents to merge with Maximus Resources courtesy of an all-scrip off-market offer.

Goldminer Westgold has conceded it won’t hit the 400,000-ounce production target it set following last year’s merger with Karora Resources, revising its guidance downward.

Former Mosman Park-based financial adviser Anthony Paul Torre has pleaded guilty over charges of stealing more than $1 million in client funds.

Australia is leaning on its strong ties to the United States and a trade surplus to keep out of Donald Trump's firing line as he imposes tariffs on allies.

Tariff announcement hits stocks; Indexes: Dow down 0.8 per cent, S&P 500 down 0.5 per cent, Nasdaq down 0.3 per cent.

Resolute Mining has announced its managing director and chief executive Terry Holohan has departed the company, effective immediately.

ANALYSIS: A commitment to carry out studies into the congestion squeeze at Rockingham has been welcomed by local government, as pressure builds to support a growing defence sector.

Canberra seeks urgent US talks

The WA Liberal Party has committed to a temporary payroll tax reprieve for smaller business operators if voted to government at the March state election.

The developer and building materials company have teamed up via the state government’s market led pathway, as the government continues to roll out its $80 million infrastructure fund.

The state government has awarded a contract for the first of two multi-storey car parks at the proposed Women and Babies Hospital while also acknowledging issues with congestion.

Gold focused-Emerald Resources has confirmed an expansion of its Okvau open pit resource and life of mine is anticipated in coming weeks.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss financial audits of WA universities' annual reports.

The ASX200 has risen almost half a per cent to finish at its highest-ever level and end January up 4.6 per cent from where it started.

OPINION: The wild west was the centre of attention this week as Labor and the Nationals promised cash to solve two of Kalgoorlie’s biggest issues.

Mining magnate Gina Rinehart has widened her stake in Lynas Rare Earths, boosting her interest in the company to almost $500 million.

A WA Police report into the murder of two women in Floreat in 2024 has resulted in disciplinary action being taken against eight officers.

Infinite Green Energy has revived its Northam hydrogen plant proposal, submitting the $120 million application in a different planning pathway after it was rejected.

The Margaret River operation’s latest owner is committed to remaining true to producing all estate-grown wines.

US investment bank picks WA minerals sands miner as a winner in a year where major commodities face price pressures.

Mark Pownall and Sam Jones discuss Fortescue's $254m move; Minderoo's staff and spending cut; Sirona Urban's student accommodation plans; PGA; and $150m battery in Kalgoorlie.

The higher learning institutions have a medium to high-risk dependency on international students’ fees, an audit reveals.

Shares in Peninsula Energy were sold off early on Friday, after the uranium producer said it would likely downgrade its production guidance for the 2025 calendar year.