Business News - WA

Mark My Words November 14 2025

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Chris Ellison; the Libs' net zero back down; wind farms; the Forrest's weir fight and more.

At Close of Business podcast November 13 2025

13 Nov 2025

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Tom Zaunmayr and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the ongoing dispute over proposed leaky weirs near Minderoo station. Plus: Unemployment rate; Pay cut for St...

At Close of Business podcast November 12 2025

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Mark Pownall discuss the recent Business News fund managers feature. Plus: MinRes in $1.2bn lithium deal with Korea's POSCO; Be...

At Close of Business podcast November 11 2025

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Same Jones discuss the prevailing ideas from Committee for Perth’s 2050 Summit. Plus: Roger Cook eyes major project funding; Joh...

At Close of Business podcast November 10 2025

10 Nov 2025

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Ella Loneragan and Sam Jones discuss the federal government's recent changes to Division 296. Plus: Runway, terminal works loom after Perth Airport ...

At Close of Business podcast November 7 2025

07 Nov 2025

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Nadia Budihardjo speaks to Ella Loneragan about Smartgroup chair John Prendiville. Plus: Minderoo weirs dispute; Waitsia's next stage; and nuclear sub...

Mark My Words November 7

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Isabel Vieira and Mark Pownall discuss the $1.5bn public hospital spend; the PCEC redevelopment being shelved; the Forrests' property moves; agricultu...

At Close of Business podcast November 6 2025

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Isabel Vieira discuss updates in the decade-long battle to clean up the Wittenoom asbestos tailings. Plus; State shelves convention ...

At Close of Business podcast November 5 2025

05 Nov 2025

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Tom Zaunmayr and Isabel Vieira discuss why a leading advocacy group is calling for regulation changes in WA relating to the disposal of used tyres. ...

At Close of Business podcast November 4 2025

04 Nov 2025

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Nadia Budihardjo and Ella Loneragan discuss the recently released Investing with Purpose report. Plus: Fiveight to build $50m Spicers Hotel; Bowra &...

At Close of Business podcast November 3 2025

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall speaks to Elisha Newell about Timezone founder Malcolm Steinberg and his businesses. Plus: $1m GST campaign; Nats drop net zero target; a...

At Close of Business podcast October 31 2025

31 Oct 2025

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Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss the business of charity bike rides. Plus WA Premier gives Wittenoom indication; Fortescue wants renewable a...

Mark My Words October 31 2025

31 Oct 2025

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Jack McGinn and Sam Jones discuss updates in the resources sector; Chris Marco, Wittenoom’ asbestos dilemma; energy prices; environmental protection...

At Close of Business podcast October 30 2025

30 Oct 2025

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Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss Dan Sweet, the man in charge of Perth Airport's property portfolio. Plus: MinRes on track to volume, cost ...

At Close of Business podcast October 29 2025

29 Oct 2025

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Claire Tyrrell speaks to Ella Loneragan about WA homebuilders and how the industry is faring after several tumultuous years. Plus: Record Aboriginal ...

At Close of Business podcast October 28 2025

28 Oct 2025

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Isabel Viera and Elisha Newell discuss how a Perth business is cracking the escape room code. Plus: Liontown ramps underground as cash burn persists...

At Close of Business podcast October 27 2025

27 Oct 2025

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Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss how the wedding industry presently navigating through an inflationary cost-of-living environment. Plus: Larvo...

At Close of Business podcast October 24 2025

24 Oct 2025

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Isabel Vieira speaks to Elisha Newell about Perth streetwear brand StreetX breaking into the US market. Plus: Mount Gibson Iron shuts mine; Feds appro...

Mark My Words October 24 2025

24 Oct 2025

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Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss critical minerals win from Trump deal; Perdaman's $3bn plan; Nicheliving; Brownes dairy; Koolan Island mine; Cli...

At Close of Business podcast October 23 2025

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about sustainability trends in the state's wine industry. Plus: Woodside sells Louisiana LNG stakes; Ex-Nedl...

At Close of Business podcast October 22 2025

22 Oct 2025

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Nadia Budihardjo and Ella Loneragan discuss how premium labels and new export markets offer hope as WA's wine sector feels the squeeze. Plus: Woodsid...

At Close of Business podcast October 21 2025

21 Oct 2025

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Sam Jones and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the recent acquisition of a Kimberley airport. Plus Alcoa and Arafura benefit from Trump meeting; Webuild breaks g...

At Close of Business podcast October 17 2025

17 Oct 2025

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Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss the leadership transition in BGC as the company shifts its focus to Midland Brick. Plus: WA govt faces Witte...

Mark My Words October 17 2025

17 Oct 2025

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Mark Pownall and Jack McGinn discuss Synergy's overpayment blunder; water woes in the Pilbara; the future of Wittenoom; Mark McGowan and Aukus; super ...

At Close of Business podcast October 16 2025

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss The Property Congress 2025. Plus: Chevron pays PRRT, tax outlay falls; Hourigan calls on property industry...

At Close of Business podcast October 15 2025

15 Oct 2025

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Jack McGinn and Sam Jones discuss recent moves and the future outlook for WA's data centre industry.

At Close of Business podcast October 14 2025

14 Oct 2025

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Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss the architects behind ECU's city campus. Plus: Rio Tinto loads first ore at Simandou; Lennon trims Peet s...

At Close of Business podcast October 13 2025

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Nadia Budihardjo discuss how an annual report shows the work done behind the scenes to revive the high school curriculum.  Plus: ...

At Close of Business podcast October 10 2025

10 Oct 2025

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Nadia Budihardjo and Tom Zaunmayr discuss how former journalist Tamara BinAmat has built a marketing and communications agency with national reach fro...

Mark My Words October 10 2025

10 Oct 2025

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Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss gold prices; Lynas; Liontown; Rio Tinto's $1.1bn expansion; Hancock's $250m business hub; MinRes moves; Ther...

At Close of Business podcast October 9 2025

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Koby Cooke and Justin Fris discuss why state sporting associations and clubs are recruiting seasoned business professionals to lead them. Plus: Ford ...

At Close of Business podcast October 8 2025

08 Oct 2025

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Sam Jones and Jack McGinn discuss why the race is on to turn Henderson into a specialised defence precinct. Plus: Green light for Hancock's $250m pr...

At Close of Business podcast October 7 2025

07 Oct 2025

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Nadia Budihardjo and Tom Zaunmayr discuss how pastoral station stays fit within WA's tourism sector. Plus: Rio Tinto to grow West Angelas; Decision ...

At Close of Business podcast October 6 2025

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss how Subiaco has got its mojo back. Plus: HIA calls on feds to step up; Public to comment on $107m ferry pl...

At Close of Business podcast October 3 2025

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss how a Perth urban planning expert is examining ways to accommodate a rapidly expanding population over the l...

Mark My Words October 3 2025

03 Oct 2025

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Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss BHP’s dealings; Trump link to Cockatoo Island; Alcoa Kwinana’s closure; Perth Airport expansion; Seven West ...

At Close of Business podcast October 2 2025

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss how Brian Carew-Hopkins’ creativity has enabled him to reach a global platform in support of artists. Plu...

At Close of Business podcast October 1 2025

01 Oct 2025

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Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss why WA charities are turning to technology to increase operational efficiencies. Plus: Cost blowouts end Au...

At Close of Business podcast September 30 2025

30 Sep 2025

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Jack McGinn and Tom Zaunmayr discuss why concerns are emerging about a lack of succession literacy ahead of a looming transfer of intergenerational w...

At Close of Business podcast September 26 2025

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss marketer-turned-social-media influencer Kym Illman's career. Plus: Trump flags 100 per cent tariff on pharma...

Mark My Words September 26 2025

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the biggest homebuilders in WA; the Optus outage; a Busselton retail centre; revamps in Perth CBD; renewable ene...

At Close of Business podcast September 25 2025

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn discuss how Enel X’s role as a commercial-scale energy asset aggregator will help keep the lights on in the South West ...

At Close of Business podcast September 24 2025

24 Sep 2025

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Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn discuss how evolving generation methods and growing energy demand in remote locations have boosted a handful of WA busine...

At Close of Business podcast September 23 2025

23 Sep 2025

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Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss lessons Australia can take from Canada’s policy on international students. Plus: MinRes chair insists RDG de...

At Close of Business podcast September 22 2025

22 Sep 2025

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Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss Optus' recent outage. Plus: P&N, Great Southern Bank in $30bn merger talks; Satterley sells 108ha Olbury site...

At Close of Business podcast September 19 2025

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss why Caroline de Mori’s business mindset has helped her gardens flourish. Plus: Perth Mint back in the bla...

At Close of Business podcast September 18 2025

18 Sep 2025

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Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss that while stakeholders are working to activate vacant CBD spaces with art, some hurdles are limiting potent...

At Close of Business podcast September 17 2025

17 Sep 2025

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Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss why economic conditions are paving the way for the retail property sector to be an ideal asset class for inv...

At Close of Business podcast September 16 2025

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elisha Newell and Isabel Viera discuss why a pair of Japanese giants have backed the potential development of a nickel deposit near Kalgoorlie. Plus...

At Close of Business podcast September 15 2025

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Isabel Viera and Elisha Newell discuss the 1000th Business News magazine print edition. Plus: Paywise acquires Easi for $40m; CCIWA denounces public...

At Close of Business podcast September 12 2025

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss recent initiatives in the early childhood education sector. Plus: North West Shelf extension; Ammonia project g...

Mark My Words September 12 2025

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Elisha Newell discuss the big news of the week including Iluka mothballing key operations; Pilbara renewables; BGC Cement sale; new C...

At Close of Business podcast September 11 2025

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Fris and Mark Pownall discuss why Vikas Rambal believes industrial might is where Australia's long-term prosperity lies. Plus: Slater to head...

At Close of Business podcast September 10 2025

10 Sep 2025

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Justin Fris and Mark Pownall discuss the WA's Wealthiest feature. Plus: Iluka to mothball mineral sands mine; Mitsui, Itochu acquire stakes in BHP's...

At Close of Business podcast September 9 2025

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss why Perth's role in the legal landscape is a continued focus for A&O Shearman. Plus: Alcoa backs Equus gas pr...

At Close of Business podcast September 8 2025

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Coming up on the podcast, Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss the growth of land-lease communities in WA. Plus WA businessmen band together for...

At Close of Business podcast September 5 2025

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the first year of Alcoa of Australia boss Elsabe Muller. MinRes won't comment on suspected changes; Marco gu...

Mark My Words September 5 2025

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Sam Jones discuss the news of the week including; Kwinana port dramas; major developments at Austal; ACCC concerns over RAC Insurance...

At Close of Business podcast September 4 2025

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss why Perth's flexible workspace sector is primed for growth. Plus: Crestlink buys Cockatoo Island project; P...

At Close of Business podcast September 3 2025

03 Sep 2025

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Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss how creativity and culture can sometimes come at a cost. Plus: Gerry Harvey backs Cott project; Automic so...

At Close of Business podcast September 2 2025

02 Sep 2025

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Justin Fris and Mark Beyer discuss WA’s planned exit from coal power comes with many challenges and significant costs. Plus: NRW makes $200m acquis...

At Close of Business podcast September 1 2025

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss why WA music festival organisers are adapting their business models in response to economic challenges. Plu...

At Close of Business podcast August 29 2025

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Isabel Viera discuss why players within the rare earths sector are seeking stability. Plus: Austal profit rockets, Hanwha call loom...

Mark My Words August 29 2025

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Rio Tinto boss Simon Trott's first week; Mineral Resources; Local governments in trouble; Reynolds v Higgins...

At Close of Business podcast August 28 2025

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Isabel Viera and Tom Zaunmayr discuss how four regional WA maltsters are doing their bit to reduce the reliance on global agribusinesses for WA craft ...

At Close of Business podcast August 27 2025

27 Aug 2025

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Isabel Viera and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Western Australia's ice cream industry. Plus: Trott makes sweeping leadership changes; EMCO wins $43m Rockingh...

At Close of Business podcast August 26 2025

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Fris and Tom Zaunmayr discuss how WAFarmers is laying the groundwork for a busy few years for our agricultural sector. Plus: Minister backs H...

At Close of Business podcast August 25 2025

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Justin Fris discuss why Megan Harrison wants to make sure no woman is denied access to an essential item in the workplace or sporti...

At Close of Business podcast August 22 2025

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss Darren Pateman's career with Finbar Group. Plus: Cashed up Regis mum on M&A; Tellus to expand waste facilit...

Mark My Words August 22 2025

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss project hopes; lithium partners' spat; Roy Hill; Kerry Stokes' views; broker buyouts; defence contracts; and WA ...

At Close of Business podcast August 21 2025

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss Cirque du Soleil’s continual pursuit of creativity. Plus: Northern Star reports dividend record, Hemi ta...

At Close of Business podcast August 20 2025

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Isabel Viera discuss why insolvency experts are seeing challenges spread to mining services. Plus: Hofmann gets US defence tick; Mo...

At Close of Business podcast August 19 2025

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jack McGinn and Elisha Newell discuss how sweeping reforms to competition law will reshape how Australian companies undertake M&As. Plus: Stokes' Pil...

At Close of Business podcast August 18 2025

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Mark Beyer discuss how several global companies have reshaped Western Australia's local mining technology sector. Plus: Hancock reigni...

At Close of Business podcast August 15 2025

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elisha Newell and Jack McGinn discuss the recent scrapping of four major hydrogen plays. PlusRottnest Wadjemup redevelopment takes a step forward; Fo...

Mark My Words August 15 2025

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the lithium sector; El Caballo; Fremantle hotel plans; RBA's rate cut; Federal government fund's loss; Seven Wes...

At Close of Business podcast August 14 2025

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr and Isabel Vieira discuss the recent Business News wheatbelt magazine. Plus Covalent Lithium producers first product; $40 million Christ...

At Close of Business podcast August 13 2025

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss how developers of multi-residential properties are overcoming challenges, in order to push on with projects....

At Close of Business podcast August 12 2025

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Elisha Newell discuss why some WA companies are turning to part-time executives to manage risk and drive growth. Plus: BHP's Tim Day n...

At Close of Business podcast August 11 2025

11 Aug 2025

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Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss why the transformation of a Sydney power station into an arts and culture-based hub has the ability to be re...

At Close of Business podcast August 8 2025

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Victoria Laurie discuss challenges within Western Australia's arts sector. Plus: Subiaco hall to house 180 students; Fortescue ...

Mark My Words August 8 2025

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall, Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn discuss Liontown; office vacancies; private business sales; Rich 100 activities; defence contracts; and a 2...

At Close of Business podcast August 7 2025

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Nadia Budihardjo discuss why financial restraints felt by soon-to-be newlyweds is affecting some of Perth’s bridal stores. Plus...

At Close of Business podcast August 6 2025

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Jack McGinn discuss the flood gates opening in the gold sector. Plus Chalice chief surprised by critical minerals reserve; AHA WA blast...

At Close of Business podcast August 5 2025

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Isabel Vieira discuss recent moves by Wyloo and its push to be best-in-class. Plus Arafura calls for critical minerals stockpile price ...

At Close of Business podcast August 4 2025

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Jones and Elisha Newell discuss how the US’ proposed pharmaceutical tariffs will impact Aussie companies. Plus: Diggers & Dealers; The Satterle...

At Close of Business podcast August 1 2025

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss an uptick in Perth office listings. Plus: VGW shareholders back Escalante acquisition; APIL sells Joondalup...

Mark My Words August 1 2025

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Beyer, Jack McGinn and Isabel Vieira discuss lithium woes and market reactions; major car retailer deal; Woodside Energy; house prices and inflat...

At Close of Business podcast July 31 2025

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ella Loneragan and Nadia Budihardjo discuss a push to increase WA's tourism offerings. Plus: UEM Sunrise moves closer to $450m Subiaco complex; North...

At Close of Business podcast July 30 2025

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Ella Loneragan discuss hurdles plaguing the Indigenous tourism sector. Plus Perth Airport's hotel a step closer; WA's mining att...

At Close of Business podcast July 29 2025

29 Jul 2025

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Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss a push to bring fashion manufacturing back onshore. Plus Woodside take operating control of Bass Strait ass...

At Close of Business podcast July 28 2025

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Budihardjo and Jack McGinn discuss the career of Chevron Australia boss Balaji Krishnamurthy. Plus: Erben's $230 million Perth City Link projec...

At Close of Business July 25 2025

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Beyer and Koby Cooke discuss French giant Egis and its quest to expand in Australia. Plus: Beazley steps down amid health concerns; Martin famil...

Mark My Words July 25 2025

25 Jul 2025

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Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss hydrogen projects axed; Nedlands council; Pilbara workers' camp; transmission infrastructure; cattle imports; Gi...

At Close of Business podcast July 24 2025

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about his sit-down with Perth Bears' chief executive Anthony De Ceglie. Plus: Fortescue scraps two projects; North...

At Close of Business podcast July 23 2025

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Justin Fris about the state of Mineral Resources, as part of the Resources feature. Plus: Nedlands commissioners appointed; Ch...

At Close of Business podcast July 22 2025

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss how government initiatives have spurred developer interest in social housing project. Plus: Northern Star...

At Close of Business podcast July 21 2025

21 Jul 2025

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Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss updates on the ownership of The Joondalup Resort. Plus: South32 ramp up Worsley; Newspoll shows Libs' pop...

At Close of Business July 18 2025

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Premier Roger Cook's appearance at an architecture lunch. Plus: St John WA redundancies; BHP's iron ore a...

Mark My Words July 18 2025

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Rio Tinto's new boss; Mid West green iron; New Dunsborough hotel; Construction costs and more.