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Appetite for childcare centre properties is increasing in WA, but some players warn sector maturity won’t come without growing pains.

Brandon Craig will take charge of BHP's Western Australian iron ore operations, after working at the company for more than 20 years.

The state government has announced $2 million in grants under the latest iteration of the Local Capability Fund for Western Australia's small businesses.

The state government says it will cover some of the infrastructure costs related to Perdaman Group’s $4.6 billion urea plant on the Burrup Peninsula.

Westpac will not pay a first-half dividend after third quarter cash earnings dropped by 22 per cent, and has been punished on the share market.

WA's Phase Four coronavirus restrictions will be extended to at least October 24 and the Perth Royal Show has been cancelled.

Malaga company Taranis Power has scored a win over its larger rival UON as the two mining services companies continue a long and expensive legal battle.

Heritage reform ‘won’t fix 30-year injustice’

Australia's largest steel maker BlueScope has had a 91 per cent dive in full-year profit after a $197 million write-down of its New Zealand and Pacific Islands operations.

Australians who paid the government money through the controversial robodebt scheme have been reimbursed $545 million.

Woodside has moved to acquire a majority stake in its Sangomar joint venture, paying $428 million to obtain UK-based explorer Cairn Energy’s interest in the project.

The owners of the giant Waitsia gas field intend to export half the gas rather than reserve it for the domestic market after securing state government approval for their plans.

Australia's share market has produced its poorest session of the month at the start of a bumper week of earnings reports.

Engineering company Monadelphous Group has secured construction and maintenance contracts including with BHP, totalling about $100 million.

Automotive marketplace Grays Online has acquired fellow Perth-based merchant Gregsons Auctioneers & Valuers.

Lynas Corporation is raising $425 million to build its proposed rare earths processing facility in Kalgoorlie, while also disclosing an annual loss of $19.3 million.

A famous family name in resources is returning to Perth with Resolute Mining announcing the appointment of James Champion de Crespigny to a new executive role.

With the McGowan government’s plans for a strong budget upended, it is now focused on supporting jobs and the broader economy.

No cash, pay-at-the-table technology, a business focus on bookings, experiential dining and restricted menus may define the future of hospitality in Perth.

A busy Cockburn intersection is set to benefit from $7 million worth of road upgrades, targeting improved safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

A proposal to develop 262 apartments and a new 113-room hotel spread across several towers at Cockburn Central has been given the green light.

The state government has brought forward Western Australia’s renewable hydrogen targets by a decade and made a $22 million investment to fuel the sector.

Perth-based Swick Mining Services has been contracted by BHP to continue underground drilling services at the Olympic Dam copper mine in South Australia.

Entertainment retailer JB Hi-Fi has been buoyed by customers spending more on electronic equipment to supply their home offices during the coronavirus pandemic.

A renewed focus on Hay Street Mall’s heritage-listed upper floors could unlock more investment and redevelopment opportunities.

ASIC flags ‘Robinhood’ trading risks

Newcrest Mining employees are gearing up for a 2,250 kilometre bike ride for mental health, after raising $110,00 for charity in the inaugural event last year.

Australia's share market has had its best week since July 3 as the first busy week of a COVID-hit earnings season failed to dampen investor confidence.

Mineral sands company Iluka Resources has posted a 17 per cent drop in its half-year profit due to the effect of COVID-19 on zircon sales.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has pledged to "move heaven and earth" to defeat the coronavirus as Australia recorded its youngest victim of the pandemic.

In their weekly podcast Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss Clive Palmer, Kwinana port, City of Perth, Bindoon, Min Res HQ, and Gage Roads' plans in Fremantle.

The state government has unveiled a suite of initiatives including a $16.7 million food and beverage fund to support Western Australia’s food sector and create local jobs.