Opinion Waterside battle anachronistic By Mark Pownall It is time industrial relations at Australia’s docks were subject to the same rules as the rest of the economy. 13 Feb 2024
Opinion Security in numbers when counting By Andrew Whitelaw National food security is not an issue for Australia. 12 Feb 2024
Opinion At the whim of metals markets By Tim Treadgold Given the cyclical nature of WA’s resources sector, governments would do well to avoid becoming overly dependent on royalties. 09 Feb 2024
Opinion Evolution of a cruising revolution By Geoffrey Thomas From people movers to the luxury liners of today, a new book details the history of cruising. 08 Feb 2024
Education Uni-only pathway a narrow course By Gary Martin Career guidance in schools too often centres on achieving high ATAR at the expense of alternative routes to further study. 07 Feb 2024
Opinion Passion for action to support veterans By Kristian Constantinides A new institute that fills a gap in veterans’ services has already illustrated its intention to convert discussion into action. 06 Feb 2024
Opinion Mocking activists has become a state sport By Tom Zaunmayr Activism has changed WA for the better, but a new breed of green extremists is driving anti-activism sentiment to new levels 05 Feb 2024
Opinion Jury out on retail holiday spend By Daniel Kiely National household discretionary spending declined by 1.1 per cent through the year to October 2023, but just got back in the black for the year to November (+0.3 per cent). 05 Feb 2024
Opinion Good men can make a difference By Marion Fulker Men who commit acts of violence against women must be held to account. 02 Feb 2024
Opinion Watershed year for offshore wind power By Andy Evans WA has an opportunity to take the national lead in terms of exploiting an abundant natural resource. 01 Feb 2024
Technology, Innovation & Science Innovation success more than big ideas By John Vial Innovating within a corporate culture can be challenging, so it pays to know the unwritten rules. 31 Jan 2024
Agribusiness Complexity rules ruminant markets By Matt Dalgleish Vigilance and adaptability will be the watchwords for producers as they navigate fluctuations in livestock markets. 30 Jan 2024
Opinion Knowledge is power for renewables By James Curtis Wind power myths can be dispelled through community engagement. 30 Jan 2024
Opinion Scepticism about effectiveness of ‘advice’ By Amber Crosthwaite Governments are under no obligation to accept advice from the sector about costs and funding strategies. 29 Jan 2024
Opinion Transparency crucial on community investment By Tom Zaunmayr There’s work to be done to ensure open books around certain industries’ contribution to the communities in which they operate. 29 Jan 2024
Opinion Other states want what we’ve got By Tim Treadgold Western Australia can expect a renewed political fight over GST allocation in 2024. 25 Jan 2024
Opinion Dig and ship a non-starter for energy future By Jo Garland and Adam Handley Although home to many in-demand critical minerals, Australia currently lacks sufficient investment in the sector. 24 Jan 2024
Education VC hunt delivers challenges, rewards By Gary Martin Both a global hunt and homegrown talent have benefits and disadvantages when it comes to choosing university leadership. 24 Jan 2024
Opinion Industry role in capability solutions By Kristian Constantinides A new report has cast light on Australia’s readiness for conflict, from the perspectives of government and industry. 23 Jan 2024
Opinion Unknown unknowns part of risk calculus By Mark Pownall Our commodities face new threats after decades of strong and largely unimpeded trade growth. 23 Jan 2024