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Business News - WA
For Almost 30 years, Business News has been a trusted, independent source for quality news and information about commerce, politics and industry in Western Australia. We empower business owners, directors and leaders with critical data, timely insights and valuable connections. Our daily and weekly podcasts are a convenient and timely way to engage with commentary and original reporting from our editorial team.
Episodes
Business News - WAAt Close of Business podcast July 24 2025
Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about his sit-down with Perth Bears' chief executive Anthony De Ceglie. Plus: Fortescue scraps two projects; Northern Star…
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At Close of Business podcast July 23 2025
Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Justin Fris about the state of Mineral Resources, as part of the Resources feature. Plus: Nedlands commissioners appointed; Chevron's…
Business News - WAAt Close of Business podcast July 22 2025
Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss how government initiatives have spurred developer interest in social housing project. Plus: Northern Star faces…
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At Close of Business podcast July 21 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss updates on the ownership of The Joondalup Resort. Plus: South32 ramp up Worsley; Newspoll shows Libs' popularity…
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At Close of Business July 18 2025
Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Premier Roger Cook's appearance at an architecture lunch. Plus: St John WA redundancies; BHP's iron ore and potash…
Business News - WAMark My Words July 18 2025
Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Rio Tinto's new boss; Mid West green iron; New Dunsborough hotel; Construction costs and more.
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At Close of Business podcast July 17 2025
Tom Zaunmayr and Justin Fris discuss how WAIS chief executive Matt Fulton and the institute's board are instigating positive change. Plus: Alcoa bauxite…
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At Close of Business podcast July 16 2025
Sam Jones and Elisha Newell discuss recent trends within WA's corporate finance sector. Plus: Rio exports recover from Pilbara floods; Iron ore miner pivots to…
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At Close of Business podcast July 15 2025
Elisha Newell and Sam Jones discuss why critical supply chain black spots are leaving some of Australia's most important industries vulnerable. Plus: Trott…
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At Close of Business podcast July 14 2025
Sam Jones and Ella Loneragan discuss recent gains and challenges within WA’s public art sector. Plus: Ley stokes GST fears after leaked advice; Albanese…
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At Close of Business podcast July 11 2025
Koby Cooke and Mark Beyer discuss pressures felt by WA's major performing arts companies. Plus: Forrest seeks Chinese green iron synergy; WSP wins $22m…
Business News - WAMark My Words July 11
Mark Pownall and Sam Jones take a look at the news of the week, including the latest rates decision, Mineral Resources, Nedlands council, Saracen's Gnarabup…
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At Close of Business podcast July 10 2025
Justin Fris and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Blasta Brewing's push for manufacturing growth. Plus: Cook calls out cynics over energy goal; Perth suburb up 37pc in…
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At Close of Business podcast July 9 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss why WA’s commercial building sector has experienced a shake-up in the past 12 months. Plus: Woodside, Hyundai ink…
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At Close of Business podcast July 8 2025
Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss the shortage of staff accommodation facilities in regional WA. Plus: MinRes to review Ellison exit plan; Morton named…
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At Close of Business podcast July 7 2025
Elisha Newell and Sam Jones discuss the recent edition of the Business News North West magazine. Plus: Three councillors resign from City of Nedlands…
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At Close of Business podcast July 4 2025
Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn take an in-depth look at the recent state budget. Plus: WA Newspapers scraps Freo Herald print job; Rivervale site set to sell for…
Business News - WAMark My Words July 4 2025
Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss major moves at companies including IGO, MinRes, Fortescue; Chevron's job cuts; Eileen Bond; Social housing; VGW; and…
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At Close of Business podcast July 3 2025
Justin Fris and Mark Pownall discuss the life and career of veteran crime fighter John McKechnie. Plus: Claims of a modern-day WA gold rush; Joondalup Mayor…
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At Close of Business podcast July 2 2025
Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the digital gap between classrooms throughout WA. Plus: Miners push for faster project approvals; West Perth site…
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At Close of Business podcast July 1 2025
Justin Fris and Jack McGinn discuss the role and responsibilities of the Pilbara regiment. Plus: Security services book regional work; MinRes chair starts…
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At Close of Business podcast June 30 2025
Elisha Newell and Kathy Skantzos discuss why WA's not-for-profit sector is buckling under pressure of increased demand for services. Plus: VGW’s $190m June…
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At Close of Business podcast June 27 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss the Smiths Beach project's history and recent update. Plus: IGO chair to retire; Devlyn books $23m contract; Port…
Business News - WAMark My Words June 27 2025
Mark Beyer and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Pilbara mining projects; Smiths Beach; Social housing; WA's energy market; two big IPOs; and CCIWA boss leaving.
Business News - WAAt Close of Business podcast June 26 2025
Justin Fris and Jack McGinn discuss Rio Tinto's $3.1bn Western Range iron ore mine and a commodity pricing agency's bold change to its reporting metrics. Plus…
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At Close of Business podcast June 25 2025
Koby Cooke and Mark Beyer discuss the growth trajectory of Indigenous businesses in WA. Plus: EPA backs Rio Tinto’s West Angelas mine expansion; Develop raises…
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At Close of Business podcast June 24 2025
Koby Cooke and Mark Beyer discuss key components behind Wallis Drilling's success. Plus: Rio Tinto, Hancock pour $2.5bn into Hope Downs 2 in Pilbara; Barrack…
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At Close of Business podcast June 23 2025
Koby Cooke and Justin Fris discuss Graham Reid's appointment as chief executive of Hockey WA. Plus: Premier Roger Cook firm on WA’s GST deal; Japan in search…
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At Close of Business podcast June 20 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrell discuss the life and career of retiring Peet chief executive Brendan Gore. Plus; Saffioti backs state's ability to ride iron…
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Mark My Words June 20 2025
Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the WA news week that was, including the state budget; Power 500; Joe Longo's comments on leadership; Perth property deals…
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At Close of Business podcast June 19 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss Orthocell's medical education push. Plus; State budget details; IKEA buys site; $200m timber tower approved.
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At Close of Business podcast June 18 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Ella Loneragan discuss how the Minderoo Foundation is redefining the future of philanthropy. Plus: Chalmers: Tax reforms necessary; Social…
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At Close of Business podcast June 17 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss female workforce participation rates in the construction industry. Plus: Baker gets Synergy CEO nod; English…
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At Close of Business podcast June 16 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Mark Pownall discuss the generational transition of wealth in WA. Plus: Saffioti defends event cost transparency; UWA clears hurdle for…
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At Close of Business podcast June 13 2025
Ava Rawlings and Nadia Budihardjo discuss why some post-uni legal training is taking the next step. Plus: Green light for $400m solar, battery build…
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Mark My Words June 13 2025
Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall record their last podcast together, discussing K+S Pilbara salt project; renewable project rules; major appointments; VGW; property…
Business News - WAAt Close of Business podcast June 12 2025
Koby Cooke and Jack McGinn discuss Nine Perth's 60th anniversary. Plus: Pilbara salt project axed; State to bolster environmental regulators; Road upgrades in…
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At Close of Business podcast June 11 2025
Jack McGinn and Justin Fris discuss why WA’s ability to decarbonise hinges on the development of power transmission networks. Plus: Rinehart re-brands Roy…
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At Close of Business podcast June 10 2025
Jack McGinn and Justin Fris discuss the establishment and business fundamentals of the newly-created Perth Bears rugby league team. Plus: Austal suitor claims…
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At Close of Business podcast June 9 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Mark Beyer discuss a heated debate on the future of the Pilbara as a mining hub. Plus WA public holiday debate comes up; Fox Fridays…
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At Close of Business podcast June 6 2025
Kathy Skantzos and Claire Tyrrell discuss why a planning consultancy is undergoing a structural shift. Plus: Rio leaders cut ribbon on $US2bn mine; BHP to…
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Mark My Words June 6 2025
Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Laurence Escalante's VGW; Roger Cook's business summit; South Perth apartments; ferries on the river; the Burswood…
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At Close of Business podcast June 5 2025
Claire Tyrrell and Kathy Skantzos discuss why Western Australia's screen industry is shooting for growth. Plus: Ammonia project eyes Woodside carbon deal…
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At Close of Business podcast June 4 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss why a port project in Broome could transform the north-west’s trade engagement with Asia. Plus: Grange pulls out of…
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At Close of Business podcast June 3 2025
Elisha Newell and Kathy Skantzos discuss why some experts are calling for a long-term vision in WA's future legislative framework. Plus: Freeway widening gets…
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At Close of Business podcast May 30 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss property investment within WA's childcare sector. Plus: State confirms heritage review plan; Satterley takes out WA…
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Mark My Words May 30 2025
Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss Woodside's North West Shelf project and the recent approval; Saracen's $118m Gnarabup resort; Aboriginal cultural heritage…
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At Close of Business podcast May 29 2025
Koby Cooke and Mark Pownall discuss the Castelli family's success. Plus: Alcoa's contentious proposals open to the public; TAFE fees boost in budget; Forrest…
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At Close of Business podcast May 28 2025
Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss why WA architects are adapting to fluctuations within the property market. Plus: Woodside's NWS extension approved…
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At Close of Business podcast May 27 2025
Kathy Skantzos and Elisha Newell discuss why a seismic program aims to unlock the next generation of natural resources in WA. Plus: Pacific minister sounds NWS…
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At Close of Business podcast May 26 2025
Mark Beyer and Justin Fris discuss workplace safety laws. Plus; Genesis Minerals buy, MLG Oz contract win and student accommodation plan.
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At Close of Business podcast May 23 2025
Sam Jones speaks to Ava Rawlings about the update on federal politics. Plus: North West Shelf legal action; Austal board appointment; and a $70m South Perth…
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Mark My Words podcast May 23 2025
Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss interest rates; the Carillon City redevelopment; leadership changes at Fortescue, Rio and Mineral Resources; projects in…
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At Close of Business podcast May 22 2025
Nadia Budihardjo speaks to Claire Tyrrell about a new barristers chambers in the Perth CBD. Plus: Rio Tinto CEO to exit; Coalition renegotiations; and $20m…
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At Close of Business podcast May 21 2025
Nadia Budihardjo speaks to Claire Tyrrell about the obstructions to justice in the state's legal landscape. Plus: Forrest's iron ore warning; $400m Narrogin…
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At Close of Business podcast May 20 2025
Koby Cooke and Kathy Skantzos discuss why WA’s creative sector is calling for more government support. Plus: Nationals split from Coalition; Fiveight's…
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At Close of Business podcast May 19 2025
Koby Cooke and Mark Pownall discuss Graham Hardie’s hospitality and entertainment empire. Plus: Bundey appointed MinRes chair-elect; Perenti wins $500m Agnew…
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At Close of Business podcast May 16 2025
Claire Tyrrell speaks to Kathy Skantzos about shifts in Perth’s property agencies. Plus: Fortescue plans wind farm; Motor Trades Association blasts RAC deal…
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Mark My Words May 16 2025
Mark Beyer and Mark Pownall discuss the IAG's $1.4bn takeover of RAC WA; the Women's and Babies hospital; CEO moves; apartment approvals; Burswood precinct…
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At Close of Business podcast May 15 2025
Kathy Skantzos and Claire Tyrrell discuss environmental offsets within the property sector. Plus: Cook presses Albo over Woodside call; Westfield Booragoon…