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The Australian dollar is slightly lower after a quiet night of trade with Wall Street and most European markets closed for public holidays.

Pre-school education is powerful, but child care has a different purpose.

LEADING human resources experts hosted a forum in Perth last week on the issue of redundancies and downsizing, a timely dialogue considering the state’s economic malaise.

CONFIDENCE in the commercial construction and home building sectors is driving borrowings growth in Western Australia, despite the gloomy economic outlook contained in the state budget.

Shares in gold and copper explorer Frontier Resources doubled on news it will acquire an 80 per cent stake in the Gold Ridge mine in Guadalcanal, previously operated by St Barbara.

A federal government move to set itself targets for indigenous procurement has met with a disappointed response from established contractors, with one critic labelling it as ‘smoke and mirrors’.

WA’s economy needs to become more sophisticated if it is to take advantage of emerging opportunities along the Indian Ocean rim.

WA’s economy needs to become more sophisticated if it is to take advantage of emerging opportunities along the Indian Ocean rim.

Two well-known mining industry executives will assume control of ASX-listed Brumby Resources in a merger they hope will establish the new company as a producer in the medium term.

Five young men from rural WA are giving back to the community to make a mark in the world of fashion.

A simple formula borrowed from a group of women in the US has become a growing philanthropic force in Western Australia.

Mid West iron ore miner Karara Mining has completed a $US1.48 billion refinancing of its bank debts, providing a share price boost for its part owner Gindalbie Metals.

Andrew and Nicola Forrest are recognised as two of Western Australia’s most prominent philanthropists, but recent developments in Canberra show their influence on social policy continues to spread.

Garnering widespread interest is essential in a sector filled with worthy causes.

The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission has published its first report card on regulatory compliance of Australian charities, and both the sector and the ACNC have performed well by

Social impact bonds could deliver more money and market discipline to the not-for-profit sector.

The stark figures on homelessness and affordable housing in WA are in, and NFPs are working with corporates to help tackle the problem.

Global Construction Services has won a scaffolding contract for the Sino Iron project by Citic Pacific Mining.

The state's philanthropic landscape is changing, with greater cooperation leading to improved outcomes.

The environmental watchdog has recommended a six-week exploration drilling program for iron ore near Perenjori, 350 kilometres north of Perth be conditionally approved.

Dramatic structural changes have driven strong shifts in the types of deals being made by Chinese investors in Australia.

Evolution Mining has snared the Cowal gold mine in central NSW for $US550 million ($A702.74 million).

Shares in workplace provider Skilled Group have jumped 12 per cent after it announced it was in merger talks with rival Programmed Maintenance Services.

Gold, nickel, zinc and copper producer Independence Group has struck a $1.8 billion deal to acquire Sirius Resources.

The Australian dollar is lower following the release of strong US inflation figures and falls in commodity prices.

Gold prices have eased after US Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said she expected an interest rate hike this year.

A Prominent Perth real estate agent has predicted it will soon take significantly longer than two months to sell a house in the metropolitan area as listings continue to rise, sparking greater competition among sellers.

When done well, highly organised giving transcends being big-spirited because it can shape outcomes.

Developers are bringing the main street back to the suburbs by integrating them, as well as housing, into new shopping centre builds.

The Australian share market has closed flat, with a lacklustre performance from the big banks dragging on the broader market.

The redevelopment of Midland is set to begin in the coming months with Planning Minister John Day today releasing the master plan for the area that includes more jobs and community spaces, and 7,000 new dwellings.

Atlas Iron has accepted the state government's iron ore royalty relief program, which will deliver an up-front cash injection of $12.5 million and an expected total benefit of $23 million.