Mark Beyer

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the state budget; Power 500; Joe Longo's comments on leadership; Perth property deals; Zenith Energy; and Bill Beament.

The state budget has detailed substantial spending on the proposed Westport project with a focus on planning and environmental initiatives ahead of major construction.

New initiatives in this year’s budget include an extra $584 million for stage 2 of Western Power’s Clean Energy Link North project but there were few details on other energy upgrades.

Western Australia has continued to lead the nation on population growth, with WA’s population increasing by 2.4 per cent in 2024.

Award-winning indigenous business Benang has picked up more work with ATCO Australia, winning a contract to install new gas infrastructure across Perth’s northern suburbs.

Toronto-based investment group Kinterra Capital has acquired a large stake in copper play New World Resources, which has flagged a likely increase in its takeover scheme.

The ownership of Perth-based Zenith Energy is set to change with giant KKR acquiring a majority stake from other private equity players.

The Environmental Protection Authority is seeking feedback on whether it should assess plans for a 30-megawatt power station in Derby using a mix of solar and gas power.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall record their last podcast together, discussing K+S Pilbara salt project; renewable project rules; VGW; Aukus; public holidays; and more.

Pilbara contractor Yurra has won a $66 million contract with Rio Tinto adding to a pipeline of work with Main Roads WA, Woodside and its recycling joint venture with Sims.

NBN Co has awarded seven contracts worth about $3 billion for upgrades to its national network, with Ventia, Downer and Perth-based GenusPlus Group among the winners.

WA’s largest indigenous business has outlined plans for further growth and diversification beyond the Pilbara as chief executive Amanda Healy transitions to chair of Warrikal’s board.

The state government has appointed interstate recruits to run four of its key departments in what amounts to a dramatic shake-up of public sector leadership in Western Australia.

Austal has disputed a claim by South Korea’s Hanwha Group that it has cleared a key regulatory hurdle for a bid for the Perth-based shipbuilder.

Nadia Budihardjo and Mark Beyer discuss a heated debate on the future of the Pilbara as a mining hub.

A report quantifying the potential scale of a green steel industry in Australia shows a pathway for the iron ore industry to develop.

Virgin Australia Holdings has locked in plans to raise $685 million from investors so that some of its existing backers can reduce their stake in Australia’s second largest airline.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Escalante's VGW; Roger Cook's business summit; South Perth apartments; ferries; the Burswood racetrack; e-scooters; and a Northbridge music venue.

Perth ‘rich lister’ Laurence Escalante plans to borrow $1.4 billion to buy out minority shareholders in VGW in a deal that values his online gaming business at $3.2 billion.

An Aboriginal consultancy that was promised $4.5 million in government funding to facilitate cultural heritage surveys has been forced to halt operations after the money did not arrive.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Woodside's North West Shelf; the $118m Gnarabup resort; Aboriginal cultural heritage laws; Alcoa's expansion; Healthscope; and a mag preview.

Liberal leader Sussan Ley has announced major changes to her shadow ministry, with Ted O’Brien as shadow treasurer and WA Liberals Michaelia Cash and Andrew Hastie getting new roles.

South African miner Harmony Gold has boosted its Australian presence and its focus on copper by agreeing to acquire MAC Copper, led by chief executive Mick McMullen.

Mark Beyer and Justin Fris discuss workplace safety laws.

Three years after new workplace health and safety laws took effect, employers are learning about the higher penalties and wider risks they face.

Greatland Gold has announced a small capital raising and a big selldown by major shareholder Newmont ahead of the $3.5 billion miner’s listing on the ASX.

Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation says a new study refutes claims that industry on the Burrup Peninsula is damaging rock art but that has not stopped a traditional owner launching legal action.

Catalyst Metals is planning to ramp up investment in its Plutonic gold project in the Pilbara where it is aiming to more than double production to 200,000 ounces per year.

Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss interest rates; the Carillon City build; leadership changes at Fortescue, Rio and MinRes; projects in the Pilbara; and updates on WA's richest.

Fortescue has announced that mining boss Dino Otranto will take on a broader leadership role after the departure of green energy CEO Mark Hutchinson and COO Shelley Robertson.

Wesfarmers has disclosed an expected loss of $60 million this year from its half share of the Covalent Lithium joint venture and a bigger loss next financial year.

French multinational Veolia has expanded its presence in WA with the acquisition of privately owned engineering and asset maintenance firm Orontide and its 250 staff.