Waste-to-energy sector ready to fire
Plant owners are calling on the state government to further increase the waste levy to discourage landfill disposal and feed their facilities.
Stocks rise on US election day
US stocks closed higher overnight in a broad rally after data signalled a solid economy.
Swanbourne hospice build locked in
West to West Group has been appointed to construct the project, despite a sod turning ceremony occurring at the site nine months ago.
Wia Gold to raise $30m
Josef El-Raghy led Wia Gold has announced plans to raise $30 million in order to accelerate expansion growth at its Kokoseb gold project in Namibia.
At Close of Business podcast November 5 2024
Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss the lessons WA could learn from the revamp of a London power station.
Goodline 'shut down' by ransomware
Mining services company Goodline has suffered a cyber-attack which saw the company locked out of some of its own computer systems for close to three weeks and more than 600GB of data stolen.
Acquisitions boost Centurion Transport
The owner of trucking giant Centurion has reported strong growth in revenue and another big profit after paying $175 million to acquire two family-owned transport businesses.Centurion is part of the C
Inpex eyes Elizabeth Quay
The oil and gas major has signalled a move to Brookfield’s Nine The Esplanade from its current national headquarters at enex.
PFL clubs raise over $250k for charity
Perth Football League clubs raised more than $250,000 towards local and national charitable causes in 2024.
Goodline 'shutdown' by ransomware
Mining services company Goodline has suffered a cyber-attack which saw the company locked out of some of its own computer systems for close to three weeks and more than 600GB of data stolen.
Oswals' Ugandan drama draws in Blair
Once the most flamboyant rich-listers in Perth, Pankaj and Radhika Oswal have sought the help of Cherie Blair to extricate their daughter Vasundhara from detention in Uganda.
US polls, RBA decision weigh on Australian shares
The ASX200 has ended 0.4 per cent lower with financials and consumer stocks among the major losers.
Prophetic Papalia’s vision clear
ANALYSIS: Recent comments by Paul Papalia have taken on new meaning after a major announcement on Henderson's defence future.
Govt silent on Pilbara hospital deals
The state government is refusing to reveal how much it will cost to redevelop two hospitals, despite previously naming a price on two occasions.
Pearce calls for more mining in South West
More mining activities in the state’s south west could help the industry hit its net zero target, Association of Mining & Exploration Companies head Warren Pearce says.
Ertech revenue jumps 30pc in FY24
Ertech chair Gavin Miller says he is heartened by the firm’s strong operational profit and overall growth.
Council exec loses dismissal case
A former Pilbara local government executive has failed to convince WA’s employment arbiter he was harshly treated after being fired for serious misconduct.
RBA holds line with rates pause
The Reserve bank has kept the cash rate steady at 4.35 per cent, marking a year since the last change in the cash rate.
Philippines acts now for the long term
OPINION: A northern neighbour is working to shore up its defences and economy in light of regional threats.
St Barbara taps investors for $110m
Mid-tier gold miner St Barbara has announced plans to raise up to $110 million, as the company aims to fast-track development at its Simberi sulphide expansion project.
Persistence pays off at power station site
Perth developers can learn from the massive repurposing of London’s Battersea Power Station.
US stocks flat ahead of election
American stock indexes traded flat to lower as investors braced for a pivotal week for global markets in which the US will elect a new president.
Spartan to divest non-core projects
Spartan Resources has announced plans to divest two of its non-core gold projects in Western Australia to Canada-based Benz Mining for up to $15.6 million.
At Close of Business podcast November 4 2024
Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss proposed amendments to federal cybersecurity laws.
McGowan to join Australia-China board
Former premier Mark McGowan will join the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations, adding to his growing portfolio of board appointments.