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The falling dollar is attracting foreign students and bolstering fees at WA’s universities, but it’s not clear whether this will restore their once-fat surpluses.

Gold has fallen below $US1,200 an ounce as equities rallied and the US dollar steadied, while traders assessed China's new policy measures to shore up the world's second-largest economy and risks that Greece may default.

US stocks have risen sharply on the latest Chinese stimulus measures and some prominent earnings that bested forecasts.

Oil prices have traded mixed after China slashed bank reserves requirements to get credit flowing more easily in the world's largest energy consumer.

Potato farmers are disappointed with the state government’s reported decision to abolish the industry regulator after the 2017 election, but have said they are willing to consider changes to eliminate some of the most controversial legislation governing their trade.

A CONTRIBUTION of almost $1 million from Rio Tinto has provided a major fillip to the continued success of Australia’s most comprehensive family literacy program.

CHIEF executives across Western Australia are gearing up for the sixth year of St Vincent de Paul Society’s CEO Sleepout, due to be held on June 18.

A new peak body representing rural Aboriginal art centres is hoping to attract corporate support for its role highlighting tourism and education opportunities.

The Springs in Rivervale is just the start for high-density apartment projects on the Burswood Peninsula.

What started as a mishap with an old bow tie has turned into a successful startup business for two young Perth businessmen.

Perth-based oil and gas services company DownUnder GeoSolutions (Dug) has seized the chance to capitalise on what may be Australia’s biggest oil find in decades by commissioning the nation’s largest seismic survey.

The Australian stock market closed weaker, with most sectors in the red after heavy sell-offs on overseas markets.

Vacancies across suburban office markets are decreasing, in contrast to those in the centre of Perth, but uncertainty remains for future developments outside of the CBD, according to new research.

Streaming service Quickflix says the launch of rival Netflix has sparked interest in the industry and helped it attract thousands of new customers.

If wealth creation is not growing, tinkering with a broken tax system isn’t going to achieve much.

The state government has launched a major review of the Fiona Stanley Hospital after international service company Serco lost its contract to provide sterilisation work at the new facility.

MZI Resources says development of its flagship Keysbrook mineral sands project near Serpentine is on track at 44 per cent completion as of the end of March, with first sales on schedule for early 2016.

Curtin University students will be given unprecedented access to the Fremantle Dockers in an alliance signed today, which also aims to connect the football team with academic staff.

Mining and metals group Arrium lost almost $9 for every tonne of iron ore it shipped during the first three months of 2015.

A fresh tranche of major commercial assets will come on to the market in and around the Perth CBD this year, potentially spurring sales activity after a sluggish 12 months.

Rail and port operator Asciano's chief executive John Mullen is predicting stronger profit growth this year and says the underlying Australian economy is still strong.

Gold company Evolution Mining has finalised its purchase of La Mancha Resources' Australian assets and secured $100 million in financial firepower to continue its growth opportunities.

Aldi has bought the Captain Stirling Shopping Centre in Nedlands, with the store expected to be among the first of 20 the Germany-based retail giant intends to open in Western Australia between Jun

China has become WA’s biggest wine export destination, but finding the best way to market is still a learning experience for local producers.

Copper and gold miner Oz Minerals is on the hunt for acquisitions as part of a major restructure.

Treasurer Mike Nahan said today Western Australia might get an extra $660 million from Canberra to make up for the shortfall in GST grants but conceded the amount, timing and use of the funds, were all yet to be decided.

The Australian share market has opened lower.

Gold has pared gains after data showing US consumer prices rose in March tempered speculation the Federal Reserve will delay its first interest rate rise in nearly a decade.

The Australian dollar has rallied to a one-month high after China's central bank announced measures to stimulate lending.

Those who rode-out the 15-plus years of tough times in the wine sector will be better prepared to meet the challenges to come.

Junior manganese miner Kaboko Mining has been placed into receivership, nine months after a falling out with its major funding partner, Noble Resources.

For almost two decades Peter Costello has been put on a pedestal by his Liberal colleagues.