Russell Quinn

Union takes on Pilbara giants; Woodside push on Browse leases will test Ferguson; PM too defensive on China: Keating; Plan to upgrade skills for recovery; Future Fund urges Telstra board change

THE drawn-out debate surrounding Western Australia's ageing grain transport rail network may have finally reached a workable solution.

Theatre director Matthew Lutton’s star is on the rise, and he’s busier than ever

Union push for 6pc wage rise; Mid-West broadband rollout fast-tracked; Rio plays hard ball at ore talks; Suitors like the look of Lady Annie; Raisings and Rio give deal makers reason to celebrate

Advertising agency 303 has been brought on board by The Perth International Arts Festival (PIAF) for next year after incumbent agency, Block Branding decided to resign the account two weeks ago.

ASIC warns directors on valuations, solvency; Companies face 20pc profit cut; BHP benefits as Rio robots race to 'mine of the future'; West shapes as key to Rudd's second-term hopes; Hotels in rush to sign up workers.

OECD warns on fragile economy; Recession hammers states; Chinese ore find may affect exports; Gorgon given gas green light; FerrAus joins junior miner merger hunt.

THOSE famous last words, It seemed like a good idea at the time aren't what you'd expect from a man who spends most of his time in the boardrooms of the state's mining companies.

Premier Colin Barnett and Oakajee Port and Rail (OPR) chief Christopher Eves will hold joint meetings in China next month to meet potential project suppliers to the deep water port.