THE roll call of Western Australian businesses directly affected by the global credit crunch grew suddenly during the past week, with several listed companies changing their plans in response to the meltdown on Wall Street.
EXPORTERS in Western Australia are concerned the fluctuating Australian dollar, dropping from record highs three months ago, is affecting their bottom line.
THE Note can't resist indulging in some low-key bragging when the occasion permits; particularly when a story is launched by this newspaper and goes on to make a splash elsewhere.