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Western Australian dwelling approvals fell by 5.8 per cent last month while the nationwide number dropped to its lowest level in more than a decade.

The land developer has been inducted into the Australian Property Hall of Fame, alongside NSW property veteran Joan Cordell.

Owners of Sinamon, who operate four cafes in Perth, have been fined more than $89,000 for not producing employment records despite court orders.

The property mogul and the restaurateur have bought the P&O Hotel for $5.3 million, as part of their expansion into Fremantle's west end.

Supply of workers and materials remain key challenges for contractors in project delivery across the board.

Former Perth Modern School principal Lois Joll has been dismissed after being stood down from the job for 18 months, but has contested the decision.

ANALYSIS: The factional rift that enabled Roger Cook to become Labor leader has parallels with a famous preselection battle during which a young Ben Wyatt defeated union heavyweight Helen Creed.

Roger Cook has stepped out with his proposed second in command, Rita Saffioti, saying they are ready to lead Western Australia.

The cost to build Hastings Technology Metals' Yangibana rare earths project has blown out by 44 per cent to $948 million, with the aspiring miner now opting to stage its development to reduce costs.

The state's building industry regulator has cautioned customers, subcontractors and suppliers over Modco Residential's ability to pay its debts.

Woodside Energy has contracted the removal of defunct offshore structures at four projects, including a controversial mooring near Exmouth which has drawn attention from regulators.

Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe has used a public appearance to explain that low productivity growth, not wages, is threatening the outlook for inflation.

The Claremont proptech has resumed trading after Peter Laurance-controlled Axiom Properties has agreed to recapitalise the company.

PwC behind 15 schemes to help companies sidestep tax: ATO

Jack McGinn and Mark Beyer discuss the economic challenges and opportunities faced by those doing business in WA's north west region over the years.

Greatland Gold will partner with Rio Tinto to broaden exploration efforts close to its Havieron flagship while locking in support for a $220 million debt commitment ahead of studies at the project.

Wesfarmers has detailed its pipeline of five major projects under its chemicals, energy and fertilisers division in a report released today.

UPDATED: Roger Cook is poised to become Western Australia's next premier with Rita Saffioti as deputy premier after Amber-Jade Sanderson withdrew from the leadership race.

Shares on the ASX have finished down 0.1 per cent, with small gains for the major miners and mostly modest losses for the big banks.

Crown Resorts could be in for a $450 million fine as part of an agreed penalty for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing breaches across its Perth and Melbourne operations.

Businesses often need to break the mould to survive.

Much has changed on the state's playing fields and courts over the past 30 years, but success comes in many forms and WA teams still deliver.

Australian Vanadium and the federal government have struck a deal for up to $49 million of funding to progress the vanadium battery industry project in the state's Mid West.

The Slatter Group WA is the latest builder to collapse after appointing EY to liquidate the 20-year-old company, which specialised in the education sector.

Amber-Jade Sanderson has won strong backing from Labor's left faction, almost guaranteeing she will become Western Australia's next premier.

A Property Council study into transit-oriented housing has identified Bayswater as the only Metronet station precinct ripe for development, with an emphasis on high-value areas.

Less than 24 hours have passed since the shock resignation of Premier Mark McGowan, but attention is already focused on who will lead the party into the 2025 state election.

Gold Corporation boss Jason Waters has resigned from his position leading the embattled Perth Mint to become chief executive officer of Perth Airport.

The head of Treasury has told a Senate estimates hearing he cannot comment in detail on action being taken against PwC because it may impact on a police probe.

McGowan quits Labor's fortress

Jack McGinn and senior editor Mark Beyer discuss the historic resignation of Premier Mark McGowan and the candidates most likely to replace him.

From the prime minister to mining leaders, the resignation of Mark McGowan has drawn broad praise for the outgoing premier's leadership during his six years at the helm of WA.