Sam Jones

WA geospatial technology company Detail Earth has completed a $1.5 million seed funding round, cornerstoned by Perth-based venture capital firm Fund WA.

The former head of BAE Systems' nuclear construction has been appointed ASC's acting chief executive, tasked with delivering Australia's submarine program.

Fremantle-based biotech SeaStock has opened its Series A funding round, seeking capital to accelerate its proprietary algae-derived compounds.

Perth edtech startup Paperly will ramp up its expansion and aim to secure a foothold in international markets after securing $3 million in new funding.

Perth Airport has awarded the $1 billion contract for construction of its new runway to a joint venture between BMD Group and CPB Contractors.

Tom Zaunmayr and Sam Jones discuss how WA's biggest firms are fuelling growth within the state's tech sector.

WA's Auditor General has delivered a scathing assessment of state government governance and cyber resilience, warning the increased likelihood of cyber incidents and fraud.

WA startup Fremantle Seaweed will expand its seaweed farming operations after receiving $2.3 million in its second round of crowd sourced funding.

Australia's gross domestic product rose 0.4 per cent in the quarter, with data centre investment driving an uptick in private investment over the period.

Western Australia's largest firms are fuelling growth in the state's tech sector.

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss 40 years of Crown Perth.

WA's largest single-site private employer is celebrating a milestone year.

Building approvals in WA have gone against the national grain, largely thanks to a significant uptick in multi-dwelling unit approvals in the state.

WA unions have joined an international rally against the Amazon's "monopolistic" practices today outside its Jandakot facility.

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss local charity short back and sidewalks.

Mark Beyer and Justin Fris discuss WA's contractor industry.

Vocational education in WA is set for a boost after the state and federal governments today announced a $113 million package aimed at lifting graduation rates.

Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss current trends within WA's professional services sector.

A Perth manufacturing firm has become the first Australian vendor to qualify for the Virginia class submarine supply chain through a gateway program between Australia and the United States.

There's a talent crisis for professional services firms during a period of economic strength and a rising regulatory tsunami in WA.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers used an event in Perth today to urge industry leaders to advocate for Coalition senators to pass EPBC reforms when they enter parliament next week.

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss Circus WA as the organisation moves into its new home.

Paddy Gregg says he'll "be a little mischievous" and probe Anthony Albanese on the Foreign Investment Review Board decision on the company's ownership at a dinner in Perth tonight.

A recent Qantas hack shows weaknesses in cyber defences and highlights limits of local laws.

Greenroom Robotics has unveiled its latest AI system after a successful on-water trial.

Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss lessons from a New South Wales government architect.

A Perth startup developing rapid tests which it says could detect antimicrobial resistance and find the best antibiotic for the patient's infection has received $1.3 million in pre-seed funding.

Australia's sovereign submarine builder and sovereign shipbuilder have signed an agreement to collaborate on workforce development and 3D printing opportunities.

Australia's unemployment rate has returned to 4.3 per cent after an unexpected uptick in September, dashing hopes a cash rate cut would come before the end of the year.

Dan Tehan fronted media today to declare details of the Liberal Party's energy and emissions policy would be revealed tomorrow morning, after a marathon five hour meeting today.

Ella Loneragan and Sam Jones discuss the prevailing ideas from Committee for Perth's 2050 Summit.

Australia's largest accounting body has revealed one in five Australian businesses have lost money or time due to a cyber incident in the past year, as it warns of future threats posed by AI.