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The federal government has not put a line through offshore wind project development off the coast of Bunbury, revealing it has shortlisted two multinationals to explore project delivery.

State and federal governments have agreed to invest more than $16 million in International Graphite’s processing dream since 2021.

The Australian share market has notched its highest close since mid-February as the United States narrows its focus on resolving trade trade tensions.

One of the country’s peak industry bodies says the drop in mining exploration across Australia is a concerning trend for the sector.

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West Perth-based junior Alchemy Resources has secured the remaining 50 per cent of iron ore rights at the Bryah basin project, located north of Meekatharra.

Profit from a Pilbara mine at the centre of a scrap between its Chinese operators and billionaire landlord Clive Palmer have more than halved as a decision looms over its expansion.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has defended Western Australian senator Dorinda Cox in the wake of her shock defection from The Greens to Labor, backing her to toe the party line.

The Fair Work Commission has increased the national minimum wage, declaring an end to an “inflationary episode”.

Lithium-focused Pilbara Minerals has announced that Luke Bortoli has resigned as the company’s chief financial officer.

The state’s peak funding body will increase Western Australia’s post-production incentive, making it the most competitive in the nation.

The state and federal governments will spend a combined $460 million to carry out road works on the southern portion of the freeway, over three years starting in 2026.

Perth’s house values continued to rise last month with the trend linked to the Reserve Bank’s recent rate cuts.

Tasmea’s acquisition will grow its electrical services offering and return capital to shareholders via a special dividend.

Former Fortescue boss Fiona Hick has joined the board of investment banker Barrenjoey.

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Wesfarmers has announced a change within its Officeworks portfolio, with Sarah Hunter to depart from the company from August.

Science and Technology Australia president Sharath Sriram has been named WA’s new chief scientist, taking the helm from Peter Klinken.

Domino’s has continued its broad business personnel transition, confirming a major shift within its Japanese operations.

The S&P 500 index closed higher overnight as investors were still optimistic over trade talks between the United States and its trading partners.

Greens Cox jumps ship to Labor

Perth ‘rich lister’ Laurence Escalante plans to borrow $1.4 billion to buy out minority shareholders in VGW in a deal that values his online gaming business at $3.2 billion.

Babylon Pump and Power is hopeful of being able to enhance its earnings power on the back of news it has filed documents to acquire Bunbury-based Blue Hire.

Australian shares have closed lower after a series of bleak headlines boosted risk sentiment and sent jitters through equity markets.

PKKP Aboriginal Corporation chief executive Grant Wilson says its newly signed co-management agreement with Rio Tinto could instill positive mining change in the Pilbara.

Investment house Soul Patts will merge with Australia's biggest brickmaker to form a $14 billion diversified investment, property and building company.

EV Resources has further strengthened its balance sheet, following the sale of its Yanamina gold project in Peru.

Outgoing Swan Districts Football Club chief executive Jeff Dennis has provided insight behind his decision to depart Steel Blue Oval from August 31.

Another prominent West Australian Football League club chief executive has announced their departure.

Perenti has secured a five-year underground mining contract valued at around $1.1 billion with Endeavour Mining Corporation in Burkina Faso.

The S&P 500 ended a volatile session little changed on Friday as US president Donald Trump slammed China before sounding upbeat about reaching a trade deal.

The state government body, designed to support small WA businesses, will welcome the Broome Chamber of Commerce and Industry boss as chair, alongside two other appointments.