In-depth features on the industries and issues shaping Western Australian business.
Sector Briefing
06 Oct 2026
Business News covers Land Forces 2026, the nation's largest defence conference bringing together industry, military and government.
Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn identify strategies taken by local governments to generate revenue beyond rates.
Claire Tyrrell examines the challenges and opportunities created by a pullback in non-discretionary spending, and investment by landlords in neighbourhood shopping centres.
Journalist Liv Declerck chronicles the changes in the arts sector over the past year and looks at the industry's 10-year plan.
Jack McGinn and Mark Pownall explore the state of play for small business operators and franchises in Western Australia.
Claire Tyrrell examines the changes in the apartment market over the past few years and poses questions about prices and pent-up demand.
Journalist Liv Declerck looks at what strategies are being used to rebuild the industry as the world starts to consider international travel again.
Mark Pownall looks at the performance of WA-based funds over the past year, most of which have fared better than in the previous 12 months.
Senior editor Mark Beyer looks at the law sector, where the green energy transition is one of the largest opportunities for WA firms, with two mid-tier players leading the way.
Senior journalist Claire Tyrrell reports on how commercial builders are paying close attention to the jobs they take on, given the volatile nature of the construction environment.
