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The ASX has recovered a bit of Monday's sharp losses, led by the energy and tech sectors.

Building approvals have fallen dramatically in WA, with the number of new dwellings sanctioned down 37 per cent in July.

A pathways program that provides on-the-job experience is helping deliver careers in WA’s defence sector.

Former Tracc director Nick Stanisis has won a legal bid to pursue two of his ex-colleagues on behalf of the company over a $91,000 deal the pair allegedly struck with their own software firm Cirrus8.

Jules Pemberton-led NRW Holdings has withdrawn its takeover proposal for fellow WA contractor MACA a day after bidding opponent Thiess increased its front-running offer.

Kim Beazley has taken up his first major role since recently finishing his four-year term as the state’s governor, joining the board of shipbuilder Luerssen Australia.

Perth engineer Kate West will push for a greater focus on female workforce participation and better planning for the industries of the future at this week’s jobs summit.

The Perth Mint is facing an investigation into whether it has complied with anti-money laundering laws.

Senior journalist Claire Tyrrell updates listeners on Perth's industrial property market and discusses recent conversations with stakeholders in the sector.

Construction is set to begin at Cedar Woods’ $100 million Eglinton Village, as the state government flags the possibility of more delays in bringing the train line to Yanchep.

Men outnumber women by more than two to one in some parts of regional WA, with 15 local government areas in the top 20 nationally on that measure.

Woodside Energy boss Meg O’Neill says upheavals in global energy markets during the past six months have shone a spotlight on the role of gas, as the business lifts profits to $US1.8 billion.

Nine state government-owned sites are now on the market in a bid to increase the supply of social housing in Western Australia.

Coca-Cola’s Australian arm has signed a deal to buy power from the Yandin wind farm in the Mid West, operated by Alinta Energy.

Escalating financial management problems have done little to dint a broad recovery in the state’s university sector.

THE new 2022 Women’s Report Card–an indicator of Western Australian women’s progress–shows improvements in labour market outcomes for women across the board.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed a referendum to recognise Indigenous Australians in the constitution will not be in the first half of next year.

Julie Drago is among the industry veterans identifying opportunities in an increasingly tightening industrial market.

Hydrogen sales in three years: FMG

Northern Star Resources will buy up to $300 million in shares back from investors over the next 12 months.

Qube Property has bought a Canning Vale industrial site for $6.3 million, while handing over $4.29 million to the state to acquire more land in Hammond Park.

The local bourse has suffered its worst loss since early June following a hawkish speech by US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell.

Andrew Forrest has lauded outgoing iron ore boss Elizabeth Gaines as one of Australia’s most inspiring leaders as the miner prepares to navigate new challenges and pick up the pace on renewables.

Contractor Decmil still hopes to sell its Homeground Accommodation precinct in Queensland within a year, providing a major boost to working capital.

Senior editor Mark Beyer talks about his interview with Multiplex's global boss John Flecker about highlights from the history of the 60-year-old construction business.

Heytesbury’s $8.5 million plan to revamp the Margaret River Hotel has been given the green light, despite councillors withdrawing support over a move to waive the public art contribution.

The City of Karratha has approved its own proposal for an apartment complex in the CBD, in a bid to increase the housing supply.

Retail spending was up 10.5 per cent in Western Australia in July compared to the same month in 2021, but most states substantially outperformed the west.

Mineral Resources has formally commenced its $3 billion Onslow iron ore project and flagged further rapid growth in the business while also reporting a sharp fall in annual profit.

Workers are likely securing higher pay by changing jobs, new data from SEEK reveals, but driving up real wages remains a problem.

Thiess has tacked an extra $17.4 million on to its current offer to acquire all shares in MACA, with the target’s founding directors now backing an improved proposal of $1.075 per share.

In a rare interview, global chief executive John Flecker outlines his growth plans and virtual approach to running the construction giant.