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Australian shares have fallen across almost right across the board as investors react to local profit results in the absence of strong offshore leads.

Ambitious entrepreneurs and sensible policies could make WA the world’s pre-eminent location for data analytics, remote operations and high-tech industries.

Gas giant calls on government to take charge on emissions

Oil prices inched up overnight as concerns over the economic fallout from the coronavirus outbreak in China were offset by expectations that potential production cuts from major producers could tighten global crude supply.

Gold prices have eased in a thin volume trade as risk appetite improved after China took further efforts to limit the economic impact from the coronavirus outbreak.

The Australian stock exchange has bounced back from its early losses to finish the day nearly flat as the big banks dragged on the market.

Subiaco-based Firm Construction has secured a $47 million contract with the state government to build an assembly and high-voltage testing facilities at the new Bellevue railcar depot.

Fringe World Festival recorded a drop in box office sales, despite higher attendance, as it wrapped up its 2020 season last night.

Car dealers are reeling from the "huge blow" of General Motors retiring the Holden brand in Australia, as the peak dealership group calls for regulations to protect businesses.

A 2008 agreement between Julian Wright’s two children and family company Wright Prospecting precluded further claims, a Supreme Court trial has been told.

Saracen Mineral Holdings has reported strong growth in its interim profits, helped by increased production and the recent acquisition of its stake in the Kalgoorlie Super Pit. Fellow gold miner Regis Resources and mining technology company Imdex have also reported positive first-half results.

An unusual partnership between the Perth Children's Hospital Foundation and the state government has underpinned the planned construction of a pedestrian bridge in Nedlands for an estimated $6.3 mi

Rio Tinto has announced the development of a $US98 million ($A144 million) solar plant at its Koodaideri mine in the Pilbara, which is expected to supply around two thirds of the mine’s average electricity demand once completed.

A long-term vision to create a world-class destination at Victoria Quay is close to being unveiled.

The Metronet rail rollout could cost about $2 billion more than first estimated, as the state government gets shovels moving on projects amid delays.

A more efficient freight network is a key priority for the state government, but upgrading the status quo requires a big spend and some complex solutions.

Mineral sands company Sheffield Resources says it will scale back activities at its flagship Thunderbird project in Western Australia and seek ways to develop the project at a lower cost, after failing to secure a strategic partner.

An industry consortium including Woodside and two universities has confirmed Perth will be the hub of a new remote operations centre dedicated to the space industry.

Mandurah Magistrates Court has hit Queensland-based property manager Asset Realty with an $80,000 fine, for failing to lodge tenancy bonds on time as well as falsifying dates on records.

A new services hub backed by the Wirrpanda Foundation and $10 million of government funding aims to fill market gaps for indigenous businesses.

Law firm Jackson McDonald has announced a raft of leadership changes, including a new chair, board members and partners, along with new branding as it seeks to refresh its market profile.

REED WA has acquired eight struggling childcare centres in regional Western Australia and plans to keep them operational by implementing a cluster model of management.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has launched a $300 million capital raising and slashed its interim dividend as rising costs weigh heavily on its first-half result, while NAB says it will raise about $750 million to refinance debt, as it seeks to meet toughened capital requirements.

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Australian shares have opened weaker amid investor caution after a strong end to the last week.

No onus on us: Woodside

Oil prices rose over 1 per cent on Friday, posting their first weekly gain since early January.

Gold prices rose to the highest level in more than a week on Friday, on track for a weekly gain, as investors bet on the safe-haven metal to hedge against the economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak.

Beverage manufacturers have been informed of the prices for Western Australia’s container deposit scheme on Friday, with the average price of a container starting at 11.65 cents.

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The Australian share market has closed higher for a fourth day, with the benchmark index finishing just under a record closing high set three and a half weeks ago.

A joint venture between diversified engineering consultancy Calibre Group and indigenous company Tocomwall has been contracted by the state government to develop a monitoring program for the Aboriginal rock art on Murujuga (Burrup Peninsula).