US stocks have risen for the first time in six days after some encouraging jobs and housing market data.The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 55.04 points (0.36 per cent) to 15,328.30.
The state government will abolish the Swan River Trust and amalgamate its functions into the Department of Parks and Wildlife in a move it says will provide better protection for the Swan and Canning river systems.
BHP Billiton says the environmental assessment of its multi-billion dollar Scarborough joint venture is progressing well amid support from the Western Australian government.
Australia needs to build many more houses and apartments if it wants to put the brakes on price rises and improve affordability, according to one of the country's top bankers.
Managing risk and implementing methodical strategies have helped three local companies hit their targets, guests at a recent Business News Success & Leadership breakfast heard.
ALDI's imminent arrival in WA and continuing competition between the retail majors has sidelined many retail developers who just can't pay the big prices Coles and Woolworths will shell out for new sites.
Listed corporate finance firm Euroz has announced a management shuffle in its stockbroking subsidiary, with the current head of institutional dealing, Rob Black, appointed as managing director.
The arrival of a clutch of new international brands in coming years has the potential to rejuvenate the city retail sector, which has been hit by softer spending and the extended shopping hours at suburban centres.
Prime Minister Tony Abbott is confident of striking the right balance between farmers, the environment and prosperity when it comes to maximising gas extraction in Australia.
Western Power has achieved a five per cent reduction in operating costs as it aims to deliver greater efficiencies and a higher standard of service to customers.
The state government has launched plans to modernise century-old water management regulations, as vast mining operations and population growth exert pressure on the state's water resources.
The Liberal-led Western Australian government has contradicted itself, revealing it doesn't have a clear policy for state-owned energy assets, the opposition says.
The US Federal Reserve is looking into allegations that traders received information about its policy decision last week ahead of the official release time.
The Australian dollar is slightly higher against the US dollar as the greenback is pressured by weaker economic data and worries over US government budget negotiations.
