Justin Fris joined Business News in 2024, covering junior miners, general breaking news and sport.
He previously spent nine years covering sport and general news across regional Australia. Originally from the Gold Coast, Mr Fris initially relocated to Western Australia to complete his degrees, before enjoying stints in Far North Queensland, Geraldton and Bunbury.
Throughout his time with the South Western Times in Bunbury, Mr Fris received industry recognition for his basketball, football and horse racing coverage.
Mr Fris studied at Edith Cowan University, where he graduated with a degree in Sport Management and Communciations.
Peninsula Energy boss George Bauk has reiterated comments that the uranium explorer is making progress in relation to restarting operations at its flagship Lance project in the US.
As the 2025-26 Ashes Test series gets underway between Australia and England at Optus Stadium in November, spectators will also be able to kick on after stumps.
Nedlands-based junior Tali Resources has announced plans for a $7.5 million IPO next month, as it pushes for sustained success at its West Arunta project.
Metcash has announced the creation of the Total Tools and Hardware Group – a merged entity of its Independent Hardware Group and Total Tools Holdings entities.
Experienced businessman Peter Stokes has been appointed managing director and chief executive of Strike Energy, as the company aims to further strengthen its leadership team.
West Perth-based junior Alchemy Resources has secured the remaining 50 per cent of iron ore rights at the Bryah basin project, located north of Meekatharra.