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Unions agree to ‘wage theft’ deal in IR talks.

Gladys Berejiklian won't resign over revelations she was in a relationship with ex-MP Daryl Maguire, who is now the subject of a corruption probe.

The state government has allocated $1.2 million in funding for sporting and recreation clubs, as part of a state-wide initiative.

There’s life in WA’s shell-shocked lithium mining and processing industry, according to one of its veterans, Pilbara Minerals chief executive, Ken Brinsden.

About 870 megawatts of new gas capacity, and 5,260MW of renewables, could be needed by 2030 if WA’s economy grows dramatically.

Australia's share market closed higher for its sixth consecutive session, helped by bank and technology stocks, after trading flat for most of the day.

Serneke Australia has unveiled its first Perth project; an $8 million 20-apartment timber building on Beaufort Street.

Swick Mining Services has appointed experienced managing director Jason Marinko to lead the company’s mineral technologies business.

Madagascar-based Caroline Brokvam is set to become the next principal of International School of Western Australia, one year after former principal Maria Coate’s departure.

Another six crew have tested positive to COVID-19 on a vessel off the coast of Port Hedland, the second outbreak to strike Western Australia in as many weeks.

Goldminers on opposite coasts have diverging views on the value of Western Australia's hard border closure.

Perth-based Magnum Mining & Exploration has picked up an advanced-stage magnetite project in the US, sending its shares up by more than 40 per cent.

Perth tech company VGW Holdings has reported spectacular growth in annual revenue and profit from its online gaming operations, with shareholders rewarded with a bumper dividend.

Premier Mark McGowan has warned other state leaders would face a "serious threat" with his government if they sought to raise their share of GST revenue.

Don’t let the science get ahead of market realities.

The proposed merger of Northern Star Resources and Saracen Mineral Holdings dominated the opening session on day one of the Diggers & Dealers forum.

Australians itching to take an overseas holiday are being warned against planning a trip to Europe or the United States.

The MACA Cancer 200 Challenge raised $3.6 million for Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research on the weekend, taking the total donated in 2020 to $4.5 million, despite COVID-19.

Panoramic Resources is selling a portion of its non-core metals project to a private entity in Dubai for $12 million.

Mark McGowan lauds state's COVID-19 response and economic resilience as he opens the annual Diggers & Dealers forum in Kalgoorlie.

More Western Australian agribusinesses are set to receive high-speed broadband, with network providers to share in $7 million worth of grants.

A COVID-stricken ship off the Western Australian coast has set sail amid a virus scare aboard another vessel.

Traditional owners of the ancient Juukan Gorge rock shelters destroyed by Rio Tinto have given emotional evidence to a parliamentary inquiry.

In the third instalment of the WFH Series, Business News explores how managers can ensure their teams are mentally healthy and productive.

Capex tax break could be widened.

Engineering and construction group Valmec has extended its partnership with Water Corporation, as well as secured two new energy contracts.

A freeze on disconnections, compliance rules for renewable energy generation and a court dispute have affected Synergy, as it posted a $27 million loss.

Anthony Albanese has outlined a plan to make child care cheaper for 97 per cent of families, while income tax cuts passed parliament.

Australia's share market had its best week since April, albeit with a flat today, after investors smiled at the federal budget and regained hope for US economic stimulus.

Perth-based Myanmar Metals has sought up to $9.5 million from a capital raising to go towards the restart of its Bawdin mine.

CIMIC Group has disclosed a drop in net profit during the past nine months, but says it is closer to finalising the sale of its Thiess subsidiary.

Controversial billionaire businessman Stanley Ho was meant to have no involvement in Crown Resorts or its proposed new Sydney casino.