Opinion

OPINION: Richard Weller’s 2008 book offers scenarios for Perth’s future that remain thought provoking nearly two decades later.

OPINION: The state government has toned down the tough talk and instead committed additional funding to monitor domestic violence offenders.

ANALYSIS: This first in a two-part series details how ‘follow the money’ seems to be the best way to understand the latest trend in the sector.

OPINION: AI is facilitating a staggering rate of software development.

OPINION: Foreign visitors dominate Rottnest in winter and it’s likely some of them are the students Australia is making less welcome.

OPINION: Wheatbelt businesses understand the importance of community, and the message ought to be spread across the state.

OPINION: While other major industries notch up wins with state and federal governments, WA agriculture is getting left behind.

OPINION: Carbon markets must not undermine the world’s dinner plate.

OPINION: Confidence is in short supply among NDIS providers concerned about a lack of transparency.

REVIEW: Stay up to speed with freeway driving in France and Germany.

REVIEW: Few wineries have managed so complete a turnaround as Margaret River’s Xanadu Wines.

REVIEW: A detour from the typical tourist track in France unearths wonders of a bygone era.

OPINION: Failure to embrace AI in tertiary learning risks hampering graduates’ prospects.

OPINION: WA’s reliance on a secure maritime environment makes implementation of the Aukus agreement a key factor in the state’s defence considerations.

OPINION: A consistent approach can be as effective as any other tool in a government’s box of tricks.

OPINION: Mining giant has some tricky calls to make in its pursuit of opportunities to mine the ‘devil’s copper’.

ANALYSIS: Recent news that the WA government has purchased an East Perth apartment block for social and affordable housing has generated a deal of indignation.

OPINION: Recent cyber incidents affecting Qantas and the United Australia Party – and its associated entities like Trumpets of Patriots – offer a startling contrast in crisis management.

OPINION: WA’s dining scene needs support and understanding from customers of the costs involved in creating their experience.

OPINION: It’s time to do better in terms of forming true connections with Indigenous Australians.

OPINION: The politics of power could put paid to WA hopes of retaining its GST share.

OPINION: WA’s financial crime fighters find some irregularities are more irregular than others.

OPINION: A tax on unrealised capital gains is poor policy but might be easily traded off for more acceptable revenue ideas.

OPINION: Conflict in the Middle East inevitably flows through to oil and commodity prices.

OPINION: Global tumult appears set to deliver challenges for businesses in WA.

REVIEW: There is no shortage of choice for those looking to make deals outside the boardroom.

REVIEW: A Clare Valley producer has mastered the art of multi-regional blending.

ANALYSIS: Travellers urged to prepare for pain as Perth Airport undergoes major overhaul, and reports record passenger numbers.

OPINION: Getting business owners and young engineers together would be a first step in bringing hackathons back.

OPINION: The appointment of an Aukus antagonist to head a US review of the program will have major implications here.

OPINION: Power producers have been early adopters of ESG practices and the ROI is clear.

OPINION: A focus on lithium by some of the world’s biggest oil companies is a worrying sign for the sector in WA.