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.
Challenger Gold has taken a key step towards production at its flagship Hualilán gold project in Argentina, following the signing of two key contracts.
Perth-based South32 says its FY26 production guidance will remain unchanged across all operations, following the release of its September 2025 quarterly report.
ASX-listed Cleanaway Waste Management has announced its FY26 earnings guidance will remain, along with flagging a desire to adopt a leaner business model.
Just three business days after receiving a commitment, Subiaco-based Titan Minerals has received its US$10 million funding from China-headquartered Lingbao Gold.
As it moves to become a significant western producer of antimony, EV Resources has appointed Michael Brown as its managing director and chief executive.
Oil and gas producer Santos has revised its production guidance for 2025, primarily due to a technical issue at its Barossa gas project, located in the Timor Sea.
African-focused Castle Minerals has announced chair Stephen Stone will depart from his executive chair role ahead of the company's annual general meeting on October 20.
Forrestania Resources has struck a deal worth $59 million to acquire Kula Gold, as the junior furthers its ambitions to become an emerging WA-based producer.
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Oceanic Wellbeing co-founder Chris Harris is hopeful a holistic approach to minimising psychosocial hazards will benefit staff and employers in both the workplace and community.