Technology, Innovation & Science

Simple leaching solution wins for MPS

07 Nov 2019

Mining & Process Solutions has won the top prize at this year’s Innovator of the Year awards, with an environmentally friendly, cost-efficient new process for the mining industry.

Weedchipper a non-chemical, sustainable cropping solution

Jordan Murray

07 Nov 2019

The widespread use of herbicides such as glyphosate to control weeds in cropping systems has proved to be comparatively cheap and effective over many years, and the only practical solution for WA farmers.

Steadyrack

Steadman rides to success as Steadyrack goes global

Jordan Murray

07 Nov 2019

There are numerous words Steadyrack marketing manager Jeff Russell could use to describe the success of his company, so it’s curious that he opts to call it an ‘accident’.

TENSA Equipment

Safety, efficiency seal Roborigger sweep

Jordan Murray

07 Nov 2019

A focus on safety and efficiency has helped Tensa Equipment spin-off Roborigger win an unprecedented three of four sponsored platinum awards at this year’s Innovator of the Year ceremony, including the Business News ‘Great for the State’ award.

CORE Innovation Hub

The blue economy entrepreneurs

Chloe Constantinides

07 Nov 2019

Entrepreneurs across Australia are dipping a toe in new waters as the term ‘blue economy’ surges into the business world.

NEC Australia

NEC wins police, health contracts

Mark Beyer

06 Nov 2019

NEC Australia has been contracted to deliver ICT services to the WA Police Force and the state's major hospitals, with the two agreements collectively worth up to $97 million over seven years.

Exposure lifts lid on Chinese box

Mark Pownall

06 Nov 2019

OPINION: China is developing even faster than some might realise, offering Aussie brands a big opportunity.

Curtin University

WA researchers to benefit from $35m investment

Jordan Murray

06 Nov 2019

Two researchers based at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research will join the Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology as part of a $35 million investment courtesy of the Australian Research Council.

Pointerra

Pointerra to raise $2.5m

Business News

05 Nov 2019

Subiaco-based Pointerra has announced commitments to raise $2.5 million through a share placement, primarily to fund the recruitment of further employees and technical resources.

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital

Alzheimer’s research gets $3m boost

Jordan Murray

04 Nov 2019

A trailblazer in the field of Alzheimer’s research will investigate preventative treatment for the disease on the back of $3.1 million in funding from the federal government.

Velrada

Velrada backs $10m tech fund

Mark Beyer

04 Nov 2019

Perth-based IT consulting firm Velrada has established a technology incubator that will invest $10 million over three years to commercialise new products and software solutions.

Canaccord Genuity Patersons

WA backing for online dispute resolution

Jordan Murray

31 Oct 2019

Victoria-based online mediation and arbitration service Immediation will officially launch in Western Australia on November 20, on the back of $1.8 million partially raised from local investors.

Phylogica

Phylogica to raise $27m

Jessica Mascione

31 Oct 2019

Biotech company Phylogica has announced plans to raise $26.8 million through a rights issue, fully underwritten by chairman and major shareholder Alan Tribe, with the proceeds used primarily to fund preclinicial studies for its leading drug molecule.

Nanollose

Nanollose founder resigns

Madeleine Stephens

30 Oct 2019

The founder of a company commercialising technology to make fabric from beer and wine has resigned from his role as chief scientific officer.

Deloitte

Fast growth likely for IT workforce in WA

Madeleine Stephens

29 Oct 2019

WA is estimated to have the country’s fastest growing IT workforce over the next five years with annual growth of 3.2 per cent, according to a report commissioned by the Australian Computer Society.

Power Ledger

Data helps drive optimal outcomes

Matt Mckenzie

28 Oct 2019

From the use of big data to recycling plastics, WA businesses are developing a sustainability niche, but the path to commercialisation can be tough.

RPS

Consultants nurture growth opportunities

Matt Mckenzie

28 Oct 2019

The environmental consulting sector is an effective leading indicator of WA’s economic performance, and industry leaders are noticing a big improvement.

AusCann Group Holdings

Washer, Edwardes to leave cannabis board

Madeleine Stephens

28 Oct 2019

AusCann Group Holdings chair Mal Washer and director Cheryl Edwardes have advised they will retire from the medical cannabis company's board, with major shareholder Merchant Group planning to nominate one new director.