Justin Fris joined Business News in 2024, covering junior miners, general breaking news and sport.
He previously spent nine years covering sport and general news across regional Australia. Originally from the Gold Coast, Mr Fris initially relocated to Western Australia to complete his degrees, before enjoying stints in Far North Queensland, Geraldton and Bunbury.
Throughout his time with the South Western Times in Bunbury, Mr Fris received industry recognition for his basketball, football and horse racing coverage.
Mr Fris studied at Edith Cowan University, where he graduated with a degree in Sport Management and Communciations.
Perth Bears boss Anthony De Ceglie says early buy-in of the club's two foundation membership packages has been overwhelming – and provided context behind the Bears' $3000 premier package price tag.
Alex Rovira-led Brightstar Resources says it remains on course to reach a positive final investment decision at its Goldfields hub project by the end of the June 2026 quarter.
Shares in West Perth-based junior Rumble Resources closed trade up 9 per cent to 5.8 cents, following news it had secured a key agreement for its Western Queen gold and tungsten project.
European Lithium has entered a binding scheme of arrangement with Nasdaq-listed Critical Metals Corporation, with the former's board recommending its shareholders vote in favour of it.
Outgoing Auric Mining managing director Mark English says the arrival of former Black Cat Syndicate boss Gareth Solly could put it “in a near unassailable position” to achieve its goals.
Subiaco-based Ora Banda Mining has selected GR Engineering Services as its preferred EPC contractor, as it continues moving towards its "Drive to 300" aspirational goal.
Upon the release of its Hualilán gold project pre-feasibility on Monday, Challenger Gold has also announced a major capital raise and significant executive changes.
New WA Football chief executive Brad Wira says there's no reason why Australian Rules Football participation rates across the state cannot grow further.
Despite positive FY25 results, Hockey WA boss Graham Reid says the state sporting organisation remains focused on delivering strong governance and financial discipline.
EV Resources has entered into a non-binding MOU with a private Mexican mining group, as preparations for first production at its Los Lirios antimony mine gain further momentum.
Perenti's underground mining arm Barminco has secured a major $850 million contract with Bellevue Gold at its namesake mine, taking over from Develop Global.
Critical minerals-focused duo American West Metals and EV Resources have announced positive developments from their respective projects in North America.
American Tungsten and Antimony has selected Trump Media and Technology Group independent director David Bernhardt to chair its strategic advisory board.
Duratec's close association with the Northern Territory has continued, following the award of a $68 million sub-contract from the Clough BMD joint venture.