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Mining 01 Jul 2014

Don’t write off small miners: Court

Former premier Richard Court has renewed his calls for the federal government to share half the revenue from offshore oil and gas projects with the states, while also expressing confidence about the future of the mining sector.

Government 17 Jun 2014

Exploration incentive no done deal

The federal government's plan to axe the mining and carbon taxes may dominate the mainstream headlines in terms of resources sector policy, but it's a lesser-known incentive that has the industry on tenterhooks.

Government 17 Mar 2014

Business groups unite against carbon tax, MRRT

Three business lobby groups with large representation in Western Australia have presented a united front to urge the Senate to repeal both the mining and carbon taxes.

Mining 11 Mar 2014

WA takes top gong for resources investment

Western Australia has been ranked as the world's most attractive jurisdiction for investment in the resources sector, based on the state's geology and its improved policy settings.

Deals 11 Mar 2014

Exploration slowdown hits drillers

SPECIAL REPORT: As the junior resources sector slows, so do the earnings of companies most exposed to the sector – exploration drilling and mining services firms.

Deals 11 Mar 2014

Mining explorers face cash challenge

SPECIAL REPORT: Poor investor sentiment and low confidence have put a crunch on capital for WA's junior miners.

Opinion 07 Mar 2014

More opportunities for WA

WA has become a more attractive jurisdiction for the resources sector, but more can be done.

16 Oct 2013

Mining lobby welcomes approvals reforms

The federal government has begun the process of establishing a so-called "one stop shop" for environmental approvals, announcing a three-stage framework for the process.

Financial Services 08 Oct 2013

ASX launches new tool to stoke investor interest

The Australian Securities Exchange and cash-strapped junior exploration companies are hoping a new stock market tool will encourage investors to get more involved in capital raisings.

Government 03 Sep 2013

Miners welcome Coalition exploration promise

The federal coalition has committed to provide tax break to investors in exploration firms if it wins Saturday's election, under an incentive scheme that has been widely lauded by the resources sec

Regulation 25 Jul 2013

AMEC proposes new tax credit for explorers

A mining industry representative group says a new tax credit needs to be created for Australian miners to ensure the successful development of new mining operations.

Government 10 May 2013

Resources groups urge budget caution

The resources industry is urging the federal government to tread carefully as it attempts to plug holes in its budget, due to be handed down early next week.

Special Reports 27 Mar 2013

Little time for Gray to settle into new role

Last week's failed leadership tilt has sparked further upheaval in the Labor caucus and yet another ministerial reshuffle.

Special Reports 27 Feb 2013

Business calls for a hands-off approach despite major spending promises

BOTH major parties have committed to big-spending projects in their bid to secure votes ahead of the upcoming state election.

Special Reports 06 Jun 2012

The power behind the scenes

THE world of commerce may be guided by share values, net assets and project scale, and political power ultimately decided at the ballot box, the business of government is far more opaque – with inf

Oil & Gas 06 May 2010

Face off in Kimberley land grab

THE pitched battle over the proposed LNG hub at James Price Point near Broome is likely to be just a pre-cursor to a bigger war over development in the Kimberley region – considered the nation’s next frontier by both sides of the political div

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