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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.

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

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 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.

Controversy and celebrity loom large in what is set to be one of the most consequential elections in the City of Perth’s history.

UK-based engineering firm SRJ Technologies is planning to list on the ASX next month after launching an $8 million initial public offering.

Newcrest Mining has reported solid financial results for the full year, including an $86 million rise in profit, despite a drop in gold production.

Investors believe National Australia Bank's seven per cent drop in third quarter cash profit was not as bad as feared, and have raised the bank's share price.

Western Australia's position is ironclad against future legal challenges, the premier says, after passing laws to stop Clive Palmer claiming damages against the state.

Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe expects economic growth to contract by 7 per cent when the June quarter figures are released.

Using seaweed products to replace plastic is just one of many Western Australian ideas under exploration to improve ocean health.

There’s much enthusiasm and many ideas for dramatically cutting WA’s carbon emissions, but a rapid transition would come at a cost.