Business News - WA

At Close of Business podcast May 26 2026

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan runs through the latest on Cook's defence plan, a City of Perth backflip and Andrew Forrest's Cottesloe project.

At Close of Business podcast May 25 2026

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Justin Fris about variables within Fortescue's pursuit of a real-zero agenda. Plus: Gaines to exit Fortescue; One Nation rise...

At Close of Business podcast May 22 2026

22 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell speaks with Ella Loneragan about the next chapter for Co3 Contemporary Dance. Plus: Gina Rinehart's Arafura boost; Kilbane's shock ex...

Mark My Words May 22 2026

22 May 2026

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Mark Pownall is joined by Tom Zaunmayr, Ella Loneragan and Sam Jones to discuss fracking in the Kimberley, the City of Perth's dramas, a failed solar ...

At Close of Business podcast May 21 2026

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about Emyria, a Perth-based company put in a strong position after a recent US executive decision. Plus: City of...

At Close of Business podcast May 20 2026

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the recent Business News lawyers feature. Plus: Perth Council's 'simply unbelievable' move; Senior WA CFMEU or...

At Close of Business podcast May 19 2026

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss leadership changes at architectural firm TRCB. Plus: $320 million OBH redevelopment seeks extension; Suprem...

At Close of Business podcast May 18 2026

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan speaks to Claire Tyrrell about a new initiative intending to attract more international performing artists to WA. Plus: Genus makes $...

At Close of Business podcast May 15 2026

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell speaks to Ella Loneragan about the state of major projects in South Perth, as development times ramp up. Plus: MinRes' Chris Ellison u...

Mark My Words May 15 2026

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall is joined by Gary Adshead, Ella Loneragan, Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn to discuss the Federal budget, a huge native title win, Exmouth t...

At Close of Business podcast May 14 2026

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the recent court judgment on Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation's action against Fortescue and the state go...

At Close of Business podcast May 13 2026

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Elisha Newell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the growth of mining’s value over the past decade. Plus: WA Treasurer responds to federal budget; New la...

At Close of Business podcast May 12 2026

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Elisha Newell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss MLG Oz founder Murray Leahy's board transition. Plus: Fortescue ordered to pay $150m to Yindjibarndi peopl...

At Close of Business podcast May 11 2026

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Elisha Newell talks to Nadia Budihardjo about Mark Norwell's tenure at Perenti. Plus: Poynton, Stokes out at Strike; Busselton tourism assets at pla...

At Close of Business podcast May 8 2026

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn speaks with Tom Zaunmayr about the history of Albany’s port. Plus: Saffioti’s post-budget event; Realside’s $48 million deal and Sy...

Mark My Words May 8 2026

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall is joined by Gary Adshead, Claire Tyrrell and Tom Zaunmayr to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics.

At Close of Business podcast May 7 2026

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn discuss The McKell Institutes’ foray into WA. Plus: Budget brings fuel handout; Decision due on Fortescue and Yindjiba...

At Close of Business podcast May 6 2026

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan talks to Nadia Budihardjo about Business News' recent distilleries feature. Plus: New funding pool for housing; Scope Systems in cybe...

At Close of Business podcast May 5 2026

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss the growth of Perth's large format retail sector. Plus: Cash rate rebounds to pandemic levels; Wesfarmers, ...

At Close of Business podcast May 4 2026

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss WA diving-turned-robotics company Dredge Robotics. Plus: State moves toend no-grounds evictions; $40m Bunnings...

At Close of Business podcast May 1 2026

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell speaks with Ella Loneragan about a charity preparing to open WA’s first school for traumatised youth. Plus: Perth’s home values; Wo...

Mark My Words May 1 2026

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall, Tom Zaunmayr and Claire Tyrrell discuss the big events of the week in WA business and politics, spanning gas tax speculation, renewable ...

At Close of Business podcast April 30 2026

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss a Wall Street executive's move to buy an iconic Fremantle site. Plus: City of Perth complaints pile-up; WA'...

At Close of Business podcast April 29 2026

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr talks to Justin Fris about Business News' recent business of sport feature. Plus: Prime minister needs a 'dance partner'; Diesel divide...

At Close of Business podcast April 28 2026

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss how some gold producers are using nickel infrastructure. Plus: Cook floats 'seven cities' plan; Gas giants r...

Mark My Words April 24 2026

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall, Jack McGinn, Tom Zaunmayr and Claire Tyrrell discuss Woodside's AGM, BHP-China impasse ending, exploration costs reprieve, Fortescue's g...

At Close of Business podcast April 24 2026

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn speaks with Nadia Budihardjo about a recent court ruling and what that means for freedom of information requests. And the latest on the ...

At Close of Business podcast April 23 2026

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Beyer speaks with Nadia Budihardjo about rare commercial success for medical researchers in WA from royalties over locally produced drugs. Plus: ...

At Close of Business podcast April 22 2026

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Justin Fris about Business News' recent agribusiness feature. Plus: Iluka's Eneabba spend nears $1b; No figure on hospital be...

At Close of Business podcast April 21 2026

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Elisha Newell speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about ATOM Group, a business described as the Bunnings of the mining industry. Plus: Government fees waived ...

At Close of Business podcast April 20 2026

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall speaks to Ella Loneragan about the recently-completed Perth Film Studios. Plus: Mid West energy project to cost $1b; $900 a day council...

At Close of Business podcast April 17 2026

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Jack McGinn about the new Pastoralists and Graziers Association of WA president Digby Stretch. Also: Ruah gets $11m boost; ACCC...

Mark My Words April 17 2026

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall, Nadia Budihardjo, Claire Tyrrell and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the Hancock-Wright judgement, major property deals, the fuel crisis and agribu...

At Close of Business podcast April 16 2026

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Ella Loneragan discuss the Wright and Hancock judgement. Plus: Cook thinks fuel restrictions are around the corner; Genesis adds...

At Close of Business podcast April 15 2026

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about how an Aboriginal art organisation's work has been showcased globally. Plus: Hancock to pay iron ore ...

At Close of Business podcast April 14 2026

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the recent North West edition of Business News magazine. Plus: State purchases four million litres of fuel for res...

At Close of Business podcast April 13 2026

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary Adshead speaks to Justin Fris about the Sandcastles Children's Hospice. Plus: 'Cover of war' claim on $1.5b; Nicola Forrest swoops on Freo Trad...

At Close of Business podcast April 10 2026

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budhihardjo speaks with Claire Tyrrell about what goes into making Perth a 24-hour city. And the latest on Chris Ellison’s Mosman Park mansion...

Mark My Words April 10 2026

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall, Sam Jones and Gary Adshead discuss the news of the week, including fuel movements; BHP industrial action; El Caballo Blanco's future; EC...

At Close of Business podcast April 9 2026

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Sam Jones discuss the 50 most powerful people in the state's North West. Plus: Feds ink deal with Ampol and Viva to secure supply; H...

At Close of Business podcast April 8 2026

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about how port investment plays a role in enabling economic growth in WA. Plus: Revealed: The Burk Fuel results t...

At Close of Business podcast April 7 2026

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Fris and Mark Pownall discuss the severe driver shortage facing WAs trucking sector. Plus: Westview to progress Hatch steel mill; Scandal-plag...

At Close of Business podcast April 2 2026

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on the planning industry. Plus PM stumps up $1bn in interest-free l...

At Close of Business podcast April 1 2026

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn speaks to Tom Zaunmayr about Business News' recent most influential feature. Plus: Premier enacts emergency fuel powers; Billionaire buys...

At Close of Business podcast April 1 2026

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about how port investment in WA can enable economic growth. Plus: Premier enacts emergency fuel powers; Billionair...

At Close of Business podcast March 31 2026

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Isabel Vieira and Mark Pownall discuss a restructure with WA’s biggest wine maker Fogarty Wine Group. Plus: Taco Bell gets lifeline; AGL commits to...

At Close of Business podcast March 30 2026

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary Adshead speaks with Justin Fris about efforts being made to quell WA's $200 million illicit drug trade. Plus: Excise cut as new fuel plan enact...

At Close of Business podcast March 27 2026

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan speaks with Claire Tyrrell about how a Joondalup cafe is serving more than coffee to the local community. Plus: Woodside, Chevron hit...

At Close of Business podcast March 26 2026

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss what property developers are doing to make their properties greener. Plus: New penalties for fuel price gou...

At Close of Business podcast March 25 2026

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell talks to Ella Loneragan about how land developers are taking steps to find a balance between high demand and constrained supply. Plus...

At Close of Business podcast March 24 2026

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss shadow AI and how it has impacted professional services firms in WA. Plus: Energy Minister's plea; Business con...

At Close of Business podcast March 23 2026

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan talks to Isabel Vieira about Grace Forrest's push to end global modern slavery. Plus: WA leads nation in international visitor rise; ...

At Close of Business podcast March 20 2026

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan speaks with Isabel Vieira on the accomplished women who were recognised in the week of International Women's Day. And the latest on fue...

Mark My Words March 20 2026

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Tom Zaunmayr discuss fuel furor , mining moves, property purchases and other big stories of the week.

At Close of Business podcast March 19 2026

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Fris and Mark Beyer reflect on the 60th anniversary of iron ore exports out of WA. Plus: ACCC probe fuel majors; Alleged Picton attacker given...

At Close of Business podcast March 18 2026

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Fris and Mark Beyer discuss Business News' recent junior miners magazine feature. Plus: Premier in national cabinet meeting tomorrow; Craig p...

At Close of Business podcast March 17 2026

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss Business News' South West edition. Plus: RBA raises rates again; Rio Tinto, BHP commit $US500m for JV; and ...

At Close of Business podcast March 16 2026

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss why Perth Design Week has become an integral part of WA's arts calendar. Plus: US blue ammonia delay for W...

At Close of Business podcast March 13 2026

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss ideas from European cities to address the empty spaces in Perth and Fremantle. Plus: ACCC probes fuel retail...

Mark My Words March 13 2026

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Tom Zaunmayr discuss fuel prices, Satterley land deals, council amalgamations, and Business News' new special publication

At Close of Business podcast March 12 2026

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss hurdles faced by projects in the Canning Basin. Plus: Regional fuel now WA's cheapest; Jera sells Ichthys an...

At Close of Business podcast March 11 2026

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo speaks with Jack McGinn on Jera’s plan for Australian LNG amid global uncertainty in the oil and gas market. And the latest on WA'...

At Close of Business podcast March 10 2026

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn and Tom Zaunmayr discuss how an innovative building practice could solve housing issues in the Pilbara. Plus: Reynolds, Commonwealth head...

At Close of Business podcast March 9 2026

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Fris speaks with Mark Pownall about Ben Morton's role as chair of the Perth Bears. Plus: Rox secures $350m Youanmi finance; Santos, Beach bac...

At Close of Business podcast March 6 2026

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about Perth podiatrist Paul Griffin and his sustainable footwear business. Plus: Chevron and Horizon deal; State g...

Mark My Words March 6 2026

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the Middle East conflict, local business acquisitions, new hotels, Perdaman's energy developments, Rio Tinto's d...

At Close of Business podcast March 5 2026

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn speaks to Tom Zaunmayr about the planned return of an historic WA mine. Plus: Bid to triple hydrogen facility passed; Exmouth hotel approv...

At Close of Business podcast March 4 2026

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan talks to Nadia Budihardjo about why WA home care providers are working hard to adjust to market changes. Plus: State to co-fund Rio d...

At Close of Business March 3 2026

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Ella Loneragan discuss the future of WAAPA in the new ECU campus. Plus; Osborne Park Hospital starts works; monitor appointed to...

At Close of Business podcast February 27 2026

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones talk about an education panel that highlighted support for students in early schooling years. Plus: Fortescue's Pilbara...

Mark My Words February 27 2026

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Sussan Ley's exit, Wittenoom legal case, Fortescue's wind farms Laurence Escalante, and apartments in Mount Hawt...

At Close of Business podcast February 26 2026

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss a new research methodology at UWA. Plus: Nine new charges for Escalante; Moonies $750m windfarm approved; and ...

At Close of Business podcast February 25 2026

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Elisha Newell talks to Mark Pownall about WA's biggest and most profitable private businesses. Plus: Fortescue profit up on ore record; Kaine urges U...

At Close of Business podcast February 24 2026

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall talks to Elisha Newell about how Wesbeam has overcome significant challenges. Plus: Woodside profit falls as CEO wait continues; Merger...

At Close of Business podcast February 23 2026

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Beyer and Justin Fris discuss Genus' power up. Plus: Austal delivers bumper result despite US mistake; Legislation to stop alleged offenders dri...

At Close of Business podcast February 20 2026

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell talks to Nadia Budihardjo about why Perth's student accomodation sector shares some similarities with Adelaide. Plus: MinRes banks 's...

Mark My Words February 20 2026

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones, Mark Pownall, Gary Adshead and Claire Tyrrell discuss the dim sum scandal; a $900k government severance package; ECU Mount Lawley's future ...

At Close of Business podcast February 19 2026

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the state government's demersal fishing ban. Plus: Rio Tinto sound warning on emissions targets; PLS revive mothba...

At Close of Business podcast February 18 2026

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about positives for landlords within Perth's office market. Plus: Alcoa to pay $55m enforceable undertakin...

At Close of Business podcast February 17 2026

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr talks to Sam Jones about why a Gnowangerup family's investment in export infrastructure is getting attention. Plus: Red metal tops iron ...

At Close of Business podcast February 16 2026

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo speaks to Claire Tyrrell about Jacquie Chan's past decade in Perth's restaurant business. Plus: EPA backs new Hancock mine; Woolwor...

At Close of Business podcast February 13 2026

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss updates to major south west property developments. Plus: Accused Picton killer's 'unreasonable' claim; Le...

Mark My Words February 13 2026

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall, Gary Adshead and Isabel Vieira discuss Albemarle's Kemerton shut down;, Liberal Party leadership shake up, WA's IPO landscape and major ...

At Close of Business podcast February 12 2026

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn and Justin Fris discuss recent moves from the Perth Mint. Plus Sussan Ley's position on the line; Albermarle mothball Kemerton; and Forme...

At Close of Business podcast February 11 2026

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr talks to Nadia Budihardjo about how new players within the state's brewery sector are finding unique ways to build a viable business. Pl...

At Close of Business podcast February 10 2026

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jayde Andrews and Ella Loneragan discuss Smith Sculptors and their works around the Perth CBD. Smiths Beach resort approved; PLS Group sign offtake w...

At Close of Business podcast February 9 2026

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about the Bass family becoming a significant player in several key fishing sectors. Plus: Bhagwan Marine flags $130...

At Close of Business podcast February 6 2026

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell speaks to Ella Loneragan about Subiaco architecture firm MJA Studio. Plus: Rio Tinto, Glencore axe merger; WA govt creates Productivity...

Mark My Words February 6 2026

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones, Sean Cowan and Claire Tyrrell discuss RBA’s rates decision; Bronwyn Barnes; Laurence Escalante; defence sites for sale; and major propert...

At Close of Business podcast February 5 2026

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gary Adshead and Justin Fris discuss a plan to advance the conservative playbook. Plus; Australia Day incident declared an act of terror; State to in...

At Close of Business podcast February 4 2026

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Isabel Vieira and Elisha Newell discuss Business News' recent corporate finance feature. Plus: CBD skyscraper to become hotel; East Freo, Karrakatta...

At Close of Business podcast February 3 2026

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss warnings over the use of drones in cyber incidents. Plus: RBA pulls the trigger on rates; DevelopWise gets gre...

At Close of Business podcast February 2 2026

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss Alan Duncan's push for solidifying the future of a Bentley-based research centre. Plus: Hancock donates near $...

At Close of Business podcast January 30 2026

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell speaks to Ella Loneragan about Midland Brick's work in the community. And the latest on the fuel tax credits debate, Nine's big deals...

Mark My Words January 30 2026

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall, Nadia Budihardjo, and Claire Tyrrell discuss the surging gold price; lithium stocks; a failed $30b merger; major property deals; and a p...

At Close of Business podcast January 29 2026

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell speaks to Ella Loneragan about the growing trend of developers including co-living dwellings in their projects. Plus: P&N, Southern ca...

At Close of Business podcast January 28 2026

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Sam Jones discuss Aaron Morey's new role as chief executive of the CME. Plus: Chinese shareholder targets Northern Minerals chair; ...

At Close of Business podcast January 27 2026

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Beyer and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Westview Group, and its plans to build a major steel mill. Plus AQWA set for $13m expansion; European Lithiu...

At Close of Business podcast January 23 2026

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones speaks to Tom Zaunmayr about US president Donald Trump's recent comments that caused a stir in the cybersecurity community. Plus: Tim Picton...

Mark My Words January 23 2026

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the news of the week, including the City of Perth; property developments; the gold price; Pilbara water; and mor...