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The first sod has been turned at the Sarich Neuroscience Research Institute in Nedlands, with Cockram Construction set to begin work under a $30.3 million contract.

Federal Labor has agreed to back what it once labelled Tony Abbott's bowser bandit tax by reversing its opposition to indexation of the fuel excise.

Phoenix Gold has taken a planned vote on an alliance with Evolution Mining off the agenda of its general meeting, being held today, after Zijin Mining Group made a play to take ownership of the company in a cash deal worth $47 million.

Alcoa has been directed to improve its asbestos management procedures after workers were potentially exposed to it at two refineries in Western Australia.

The Australian share market is higher after overseas markets gained ground of the back of optimism that Greece won't default on its debt obligations.

The Nasdaq has ploughed to a fresh record as US stock markets followed European equity markets higher on increased optimism for a deal that could avert a Greek default.

Oil prices have risen modestly as dealers focus on hopes for a Greek bailout deal and a possible return of Iranian supplies to an oversupplied global market.

The Australian dollar is weaker after some upbeat US economic data and as the focus for global markets stayed on Greece's debt talks.

Gold prices fell more than one per cent as global equities jumped on possible signs of progress in Greek debt talks, which curbed safe-haven demand for the metal.

New leadership at the helm of Swan Taxis offers a chance to turn away from past mistakes.

A popular Claremont cafe is taking its home-cooked meals to a captive market on the outskirts of the CBD.

Retail and office landlords are building on the City of Perth’s initiative to focus on Forrest Place, which is emerging as the next precinct of the CBD to undergo a significant transformation.

Following a push by industry, the state government has released a step-by-step guide on how to promote and access greater cultural diversity.

Perth’s tight-knit angel investment community is growing more comfortable with soft tech plays, but there are calls for more investment in the ‘trickier’ tech.

The Australian market recovered from early falls to start the week with small gains, raising hopes that the recent sell-off might have ended.

Aspen Group is continuing its push into the accommodation sector, buying Mandurah Gardens Estate in a deal worth $10.2 million.

Australia's first ‘electric highway’ is being unveiled today, connecting Perth to the South West through a series of fast-fill charging stations.

Pindan Capital has bought residential land estate The Reef at Two Rocks, in a deal understood to be worth around $37 million, the third big purchase of prime coastal land in Western Australia recor

The environmental watchdog has given its nod for Rio Tinto’s proposed extension of the West Angelas iron ore project in the Pilbara.

New resources opportunities will emerge in WA as older projects start to wind down production, or are closed.

The state government has appointed Donald Mackay-Coghill as chairman of Gold Corporation and Richard Hayes as chief executive, effective from next month.

Shares in 3D Medical have soared on news its 3D-printed jaw joint had been successfully used in corrective surgery.

The independent directors of Energy Resources of Australia have quit after a disagreement with major shareholder Rio Tinto over the future of its Ranger uranium mine in the Northern Territory.

The tussle for control of Phoenix Gold intensified today after Zijin Mining Group struck a pre-sales agreement with one of the miner's largest shareholders, boosting its interest to 17.9 per cent ahead of announcing a cash takeover bid that values the business at $47 million.

Perth-based Programmed Maintenance Services is set to strike a long-awaited takeover deal with labour hire company Skilled Group, with both companies entering into trading halts this morning ahead of a formal announcement.

Narembeen is typical of many small Wheatbelt towns confronting challenges with an array of business and community development initiatives.

The Wheatbelt region faces significant growth challenges, but it’s home to a surprising mix of old and new businesses. Click through to see more on our business in the Wheatbelt feature.

Troubled Perth company Macmahon Holdings has flagged an impairment of up to $125 million in its full-year financial result after losing contracts with some of its biggest clients during the past six months, including Fortescue Metals Group.

The Australian share market has opened lower.

Businesses in country towns have to work that little bit harder to achieve commercial success.

The Incite awards showcase that the state is putting its brainpower to work in the technology sphere with great success.

The Australian dollar is slightly higher against a softer greenback as global focus remains on the stalemate over Greece's debt negotiations.