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Henderson-based ship builder Austal has won a $45 million contract to build a wind-powered trimaran cargo vessel for French company Vela Transport.

Sterling Property looks back on its decision to form an independent agency a year on from the move.

OPINION: Venture capital investment provides exposure to Australia's startup ecosystem and real opportunities for those willing to take calculated risks.

ANALYSIS: Western Australia's construction industry is at a critical juncture.

Aboriginal-owned firms are growing clout in WA's regional media landscape, while Seven West Media desks collect dust in country towns

West Perth-based Invictus Energy has announced it will raise $US10 million, or $15.24 million, to further advance its Cabora Bassa project in Zimbabwe.

Perth-based artificial intelligence surveillance software company icetana AI shares are up 44 per cent in the five days since it released strong quarterly results.

Liontown Resources' Kathleen Valley lithium project is on the cusp of first production, with construction more than 95 per cent complete at the northern Goldfields site.

Sierra Rutile announced on Monday that its binding bid implementation agreement with Gemcorp Commodities Assets has been terminated.

Ramelius Resources hopes to continue the momentum of a record year for gold production but has opted against a $300 million investment to prolong the life of its Edna May goldmine.

Several new ministers have been promoted as part of the Albanese government's reshuffle on Sunday, but WA representatives were largely ignored.

Immigration, housing, IR reshuffled

Australia's hopes of reaching the women's soccer quarter finals at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games remain alive, following Monday morning's stunning 6-5 win over a devastated Zambia at the Allianz Riviera in Nice.

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games has been officially opened – with driving rain failing to dampen spirits nor the flame.

Federal member for Perth Patrick Gorman has remained tight-lipped on a potential promotion in Sunday's cabinet reshuffle, triggered by the resignation of two veteran Labor minister.

Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the WA defence industry.

The Australian share market was 0.8 per cent higher at the bell following goldilocks US economic data and a rally across mining stocks.

The prime minister has joined forces with the leaders of Canada and New Zealand to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

Shares in Bellevue Gold have crumbled more than 20 per cent after the market recoiled in response to its $150 million placement and soft production outlook.

Resources industry groups have fronted a Senate committee to voice concerns over the federal government's proposed Nature Positive reforms.

The state government has selected Eve Drain to head up the Office of the Appeals Convenor after a seven-month recruitment process for Emma Gaunt's replacement.

Drilling company Boart Longyear has been fined $385,000 after one of its workers received serious injuries at West Musgrave, just days after two workplace deaths in WA.

OPINION: Studying for an MBA requires time, money and effort, so it's important to consider all the variables before jumping in.

The internet-driven upheaval in retail shows no signs of slowing, with a decline in brand loyalty emerging across all demographics.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss BGC's sale process; the energy sector; Woodside; the role of gas and renewables; Defence; the alumina sector and what it means for South32.

West Leederville-based Develop Global has posted a mining services revenue result 10 per cent above forecasts ahead of what it believes will be a strong year of growth.

West Coast Eagles chief executive Don Pyke has provided a unique insight into a range of key leadership traits, along with providing a brief overview of initial experiences in his new role.

The development includes 247 apartments across two towers and a retail and hospitality component.

Mineral Resources has benefited from higher lithium prices across its battery metals operations but is still holding back until market conditions improve.

Hundreds of Nine newspaper journalists across the country have started a five-day strike over pay negotiations as the news outlet prepares for Olympics coverage.

Mia Davies has confirmed she will seek preselection for the newly created seat of Bullwinkel and said the live sheep export saga had spurred her decision.

Between July 26 and Monday August 11, Business News will regularly provide extensive online coverage of major events at the Olympic Games for our loyal readership.