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The ructions that have stirred up international financial markets this year and cast a pall over the global economic outlook would, you might think, make investors and business operators cautious.

This week, Briefcase is able to report directly from the streets of New York, where the mood among stock and commodity traders has taken a bullish turn.

Well, it's happened – Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has begun using that ‘M' word, proof positive he's heading down a well-worn road.

Petrol prices in Western Australia and around the nation hit record highs last week and further increases are widely anticipated.

Last week's WA Newspapers Holdings Ltd extraordinary general meeting was one of those great occasions few get to see until retirement age, if a quick scan of the 800 or so attendees was anything to go by.

Progressive CEOs and a more receptive workforce are helping shape a new phenomenon within Western Australian business, according to the state's peak body for volunteering.

APAC Coal Ltd has joined a flurry of Australian companies looking to take advantage of booming coal prices by raising money to invest in international coal mining projects.

It takes real chemistry to craft the perfect beer – just ask pharmacist Andrew Harris, who recently opened his own brewery.

A Spin-off company from Perth-based explorer Carrick Gold Ltd is aiming to list on the stock market late next month, after raising up to $8 million in its initial public offering.

A SUPPLY and demand imbalance in Perth's industrial property market has ensured rental growth continued in the March quarter, although future land releases are expected to relieve pressure, according

Consolidation in the Australian nickel sector looks far from over, following recent speculation and events surrounding Perth-based Albidon Ltd.

NATIONAL Native Title Council chairman Brian Wyatt said last week's Noongar Native Title decision demonstrated the deficiencies and unworkability of the Native Title Act.

Did Kerry Stokes come close or miss by a mile in his showdown with the board of WA Newspapers Holdings Ltd?

Visiting WA; Dave Snowden, founder and chief scientific officer, Cognitive Edge, UK, to speak at ‘Global Convergence: Answers to Management and Compliance' on May 1.

Interest rates, labour shortages, material costs and compliance issues are affecting WA's housing industry, yet it's the issue of housing affordability that is front of mind for builders, as Emily Piesse reports.

MORE than two thirds of Australian companies had their growth plans curtailed by the shortage of skilled labour, a survey of 492 chief executives by the Australian Industry Group and Deloitte has foun

By most people's reckoning, a multi-million dollar bill for construction costs would be more appropriate for a commercial building than a single house.

Western Australia's housing industry appears to be struggling on most fronts, according to market indicators.

Homebuilders in Western Australia are facing rising input costs, created by a shortage of skilled labour and increased regulatory compliance.

Sinosteel makes the decision to increase its takeover offer for West Perth company, Midwest Corporation Ltd.

A mid-year fall in the number of new dwellings bought by first homebuyers was one of the first signs of a softening in Western Australia's housing market in 2007.

Insolvency firm Sims Partners is expecting major changes in the coming weeks with a merger on the eastern states horizon and name change for its six WA offices.

One of the common criticisms of first homebuyers made by older generations is that their expectations are too high.

The fallout from the failure of Lift Capital Partners and Opes Prime Group is spreading, with at least four Perth company directors having a big parcel of shares sold as a result of their involvement with the east coast margin lenders.

Chinese interest in Australia's iron ore sector has gone to a new level, with East Perth-registered exploration company Legacy Iron Ore Ltd seeking to list on the stock market.

Iron ore miners in the Mid West region will have more room to move following the $49 million upgrade of Berth 5 at the Geraldton Port, but it may not be enough space in 18 months' time.

Australian exploration companies are renowned for pursuing opportunities in all corners of the globe, seeking out regions that will give them a competitive edge.

A $35 million submarine support facility, which accommodates 185 employees managing a 25-year contract to maintain Australia's Collins Class submarine fleet, was officially opened today.

The Australian Olympic Committee today celebrated 100 days to the Beijing Olympic Games by announcing a major five year partnership with BankWest and the Australian Olympic Team.

Tony Sage, a director of Australian iron ore exploration and development company Cape Lambert Iron Ore Limited, has increased his stake in the company to 6.4 per cent following a conversion of nine million options.

An independent poll commissioned by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of WA shows a record number of Western Australians support removing the current restrictions on shop trading hours.

Struggling biofuels company Australian Renewable Fuels Ltd is planning to raise $3.1 milion through a rights issue pitched at the deeply discounted price of 2.5 cents per share.