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University leaders need to prepare graduates to be able to play a valuable role in the gig economy.

Sydney Dance Company makes a triumphant return to Perth with Impermanence but the theme is lost in translation, writes Nina Levy.

European utility Uniper has responded to claims it would drop Woodside Energy as a supplier, telling Business News it had no intention of doing so.

The biggest local fund managers developed their reputations decades ago.

JB Hi-Fi says it made $544.9 million in net profit after tax in the 12 months to June 30, 7.7 per cent more than last year, as consumer demand stayed strong for electronics and home appliances.

Johnston’s call for mining gender quotas

Aqura Technologies was crowned best tech company while VentureX HQ co-founder Sheryl Frame received the Achiever of the Year title at the 2022 Incite Awards on Friday night.

Bill Beament has defended his industry’s environmental reputation at a speaking engagement this afternoon, saying that underground mining will be crucial for pursuing future-facing minerals.

Gary Adshead and Matt Mckenzie discuss a speech by Chinese Ambassador Xiao Qian, who made headlines this week on issues including Taiwan, the media, and the South China Sea.

A first look at a $30 million hotel development at Albany's Middleton Beach has been unveiled, showing a 66-suite facility and public amenities.

Luxury developer Edge Visionary Living hopes to start construction on its proposed Broadway apartment complex in mid-2023.

Construction of Western Australia's first full service tyre recycling facility, in the Jandakot Airport Industrial Estate, will start in the coming weeks.

The local share market finished lower on Friday but still recorded its fourth straight week of gains.

The volatility of the stock market towards the end of the financial year has been further illustrated by results reported well after the June 30 cut-off date by specialist funds operating from Western Australia.

Gold explorer MinRex is pursuing a fourth investor for allegedly failing to pay up after its recent capital raising, taking its total legal claims to more than $3.5 million.

Mark Bennett’s exploration venture S2 Resources will relocate from its Osborne Park address in Perth to Melbourne, signalling a shift in focus to its flagship asset in Victoria.

Mining giant Fortescue Metals Group has taken a major step towards expanding one of its largest magnetite projects, lodging the plans with the state’s environmental watchdog.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss Gloucester Park, DAP rulings, building costs, Palmer vs McGowan, Premier’s adviser, mining harassment, indigenous business and BHP’s bid for Oz Minerals.

The first primary school out of two proposed educational facilities to be built by 2024 has been approved by a state government planning assessment body.

Supporting veterans to start businesses and join the workforce are top priorities for Vince Connelly in his new role as RSL WA chief executive.

Well-timed rain in July and August has increased the chances of the 2022 crop reaching 20 million tonnes, according to the Grain Industry Association of WA.

A shortlist of community housing providers to manage the proposed build-to-rent development at the abandoned Stirling Towers site in Highgate has been announced.

Calidus Resources has raised $20 million from institutional investors to bankroll further lithium and gold exploration pursuits.

Acute shortages of labour and accommodation are crimping growth in the Goldfields more than most parts of WA.

The attorney-general says a bill to establish a federal anti-corruption commission could be introduced as early as next month.

Kin Mining talks up future

The Australian share market has risen more than 1 per cent on hopes of less aggressive rate hikes by central banks.

The past decade has seen tourism projects big and small in WA. Have the moves been successful? Matt Mckenzie and Nadia Budihardjo discuss.

ASIC chair Joe Longo has expressed his concern regarding the number of retail investors putting their money into ‘unregulated, volatile’ crypto-assets after new research revealed its popularity with less experienced investors.

Child and Adolescent Health Service chief executive Aresh Anwar has resigned from his role today.

Industry groups are calling on Roger Cook to support increased energy efficiency requirements for new homes, as part of proposed changes to the National Construction Code.

The Federal Court has ordered mining magnate Clive Palmer to cover any legal costs incurred following his rejection of Premier Mark McGowan's peace offering.