Justin Fris

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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.

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AT4

Mining 19 May 2026

AT4 taps investors for $10m

American Tungsten and Antimony has taken another step towards becoming a significant player within America's critical mineral space.

Gareth Solly

Mining 18 May 2026

Solly begins tenure as Auric CEO

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.

Contracts 18 May 2026

Ora Banda backs GR for new processing plant

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.

Hualilán

Mining 18 May 2026

Challenger to raise $85m, new chair-elect

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.

Sport 15 May 2026

Wira optimistic about further WA growth

New WA Football chief executive Brad Wira says there's no reason why Australian Rules Football participation rates across the state cannot grow further.

Civmec

Manufacturing 15 May 2026

Civmec increases quarterly revenue

Civmec boss Pat Tallon says the company remains focused on converting its sizeable workbook into added value for its investors.

KGP

Mining 14 May 2026

Ausgold appoints Stockdale as CEO

As it moves towards a potential final investment decision at its Katanning gold project, mid-cap Ausgold has announced two key appointments.

Hockey WA

Sport 14 May 2026

Hockey WA focused on key fundamentals in 2026

Despite positive FY25 results, Hockey WA boss Graham Reid says the state sporting organisation remains focused on delivering strong governance and financial discipline.

Flag

Mining 14 May 2026

EV secures feedstock antimony ore MOU

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.

LHM

Mining 13 May 2026

Paladin shares down following update

Shares in uranium producer Paladin Energy fell by more than 10 per cent on Wednesday following the release of its latest interim FY26 financials.

Core Lithium

Mining 13 May 2026

Develop Global books $274m contract

On the same day it announced the end of its tenure at the Bellevue gold project, Develop Global has secured a $274 million deal with Core Lithium.

Mining 13 May 2026

Barminco secures $850m Bellevue contract

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.

AWM

Mining 12 May 2026

Junior duo heartened by critical minerals momentum

Critical minerals-focused duo American West Metals and EV Resources have announced positive developments from their respective projects in North America.

Hazer

Mining 12 May 2026

Hazer signs MOU with CRV

Hazer Group boss Glenn Corrie says it's time for Australia to recommence its journey back to energy-independence.

Chile

Mining 11 May 2026

FMR shares rise following acquisition update

Shares in South Perth-based FMR Resources rose by more than 30 per cent early on Monday following news it would expand its presence in Chile.

Basketball

Sport 11 May 2026

Summerville to depart as Wolf Pack CEO

Western Australia's trend of high-performing state league basketball administrators being sought out for new roles continued last Friday.

Canyon

Mining 08 May 2026

Canyon ups stake in Cameroon infrastructure

Peter Secker-led Canyon Resources has increased its interest in major Cameroon infrastructure, as it moves closer towards first production.

Gold

Mining 08 May 2026

Asara taps investors for $60m

Determined to ride momentum on the back of recent appointments, Asara Resources will undertake its second major capital raise in 10 months.

Shawn Tilley (inset) leaving Perth Magistrates Court. Photos: Nadia Budihardjo, Michael O'Brien

Mining 07 May 2026

Tilley rejoins Macro after charges dropped

Paramount Earthmoving managing director Shawn Tilley has been re-appointed as a Macro Metals director after fraud charges against him were dropped.

Bernhardt

Mining 07 May 2026

Junior appoints ex US Secretary of Interior

American Tungsten and Antimony has selected Trump Media and Technology Group independent director David Bernhardt to chair its strategic advisory board.

NRW

Contracts 07 May 2026

NRW books $200m Tonkin Highway contract

Shares in NRW Holdings hit a record high early on Thursday, following the award of a major contract.

Claremont Oval

Sport 06 May 2026

Parker appointed Claremont FC CEO

Experienced Australian Rules Football administrator and talent manager Warren Parker will return to the Claremont Football Club from June 1.

Scandanavia

Mining 06 May 2026

Kingsrose appoints Caruso as CEO

Nedlands-based Kingsrose Mining has appointed Andrew Caruso as its chief executive, effective from June 15.

Chris Oates

Contracts 06 May 2026

Duratec books $68m NT sub-contract

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.

Sport 05 May 2026

Welborn heartened by state of rugby in WA

Rugby WA chair John Welborn says rugby union is riding positive momentum at both community and professional level.

Lupin

Agribusiness 05 May 2026

Wide Open appoints Brown as chair

Wide Open Agriculture has appointed Element 25 boss Justin Brown as its new non-executive chair, effective immediately.

Flag

Mining 05 May 2026

EV closer to production at Los Lirios

Cinco de Mayo celebrations have begun early for EV Resources, following a key update from its operations in México.

Cometti

Sport 04 May 2026

Cometti farewelled at state memorial service

Scores of people flocked to Optus Stadium on Monday afternoon to pay their respects to the late Dennis Cometti, who died on March 3.

Mining 04 May 2026

Westgold divests Peak Hill for $58.3m

Westgold Resources has divested its Peak Hill gold project to West Perth-based junior Great Boulder Resources in a deal worth at least $58.3 million.

West Desert

Mining 04 May 2026

American West taps investors for $10m

West Perth-based American West Metals has announced plans to raise $10 million, as it moves fast-track drilling activities at its West Desert critical minerals project in the US.

Gold

Mining 01 May 2026

Asara CEO appointed MD

Asara Resources chief executive Matthew Sharples has been appointed managing director of the Subiaco-based junior.

Metals X

Mining 30 Apr 2026

Metals X secures $17m stake in Stellar

Metals X has secured a 16.4 per cent stake in Sydney-based minerals explorer Stellar Resources.

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