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A short-term tourist development in South Hedland has cleared a planning hurdle and joins the list of projects aiming to provide more accommodation options in the Pilbara.

The state budget will include $77 million for Indigenous organisations appointed under the new Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act to ensure they are effectively resourced before July 1.

Recent news coverage may have you excited at the prospect Australia will soon be adopting a four-day work week.

Peruvian conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya leads a playful WASO through some Spanish flavours, with Penny Shaw particularly taken by a thrilling interpretation of Rodrigo's famous Adagio.

A purpose-built accommodation block has been hit with delays, providing no relief to the already tight market for student housing.

Western Australia's resources industry has smashed another annual record, with weaker iron ore prices made up for by the state's flourishing lithium sector and soaring oil and gas prices.

Carnaby Resources is set to raise $20 million to fund exploration activities at its gold and copper project in Queensland.

Engineering and remediation company Duratec has upgraded its revenue guidance for the 2023 financial year after recording strong growth.

In her first update as chief executive, Fortescue Metals boss Fiona Hick has told analysts she sees continued cost and labour pressures ahead, as iron ore shipments soften over the quarter.

A declassified version of a major defence review has recommended Australia shift its focus to long-range missiles and onshore ammunition manufacturing.

Western Australia will add 130 locally-built electric buses to its fleet and upgrade key depots, with help from the federal government.

Movement from private and public stakeholders at Perth City Link could turn the tide finally for the embattled precinct.

$250m project to build 130 new electric buses

The City of Perth has been forced to close the car park underneath the Perth Concert Hall until Wednesday over safety concerns.

A surprise ASX announcement from a national fertiliser company has revealed that private Perth company Perdaman has secured funding for its giant $6.4 billion urea project in the Pilbara.

With a shadow of uncertainty over ramp up at Mt Weld, Lynas Rare Earths is preparing for a potential three-month shutdown at its Malaysian operations.

Plans for the multi-billion-dollar Ridley magnetite project have been lodged with the federal environmental regulator.

The local bourse closed down 0.4 per cent for both the day and the week after days of quiet trading.

Senior journalist Matt Mckenzie and Jordan Murray discuss Philip Lowe's show of courage and Bill Johnston's openness to the possible sale of Gold Corporation.

Wyloo Metals has gained control of Mincor Resources after the Andrew Forrest-led company secured majority voting power.

Technology could alter perceptions of what or who is considered ‘elite'.

Mining services contractor Macmahon Holdings will invest more than $10 million in Calidus Resources' plan to raise $38.5 million to expand its gold project in the Pilbara.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss The Perth Mint, the Reserve Bank of Australia review, Town of Cambridge, Essential Metals, and possible changes to the federal petroleum tax.

Perron Group has confirmed the first stage of the shopping centre's $350 million expansion will start later this year.

Woodside Energy has cited lower prices and maintenance activities for its opening revenue falling 16 per cent below the previous quarter's result.

Food innovator Whole. has raised $1.5 million to fund the development of its technology, which reduces waste and enhances efficiency in the production process.

BHP has delivered record iron ore production for a March quarter but will cut guidance for Nickel West, blaming bad weather and off-specification product from supplier Mincor Resources.

The oil and gas industry has pushed back on possible federal budget changes to tax settings that could see the industry pay more.

Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers will meet with leading investors, banks and climate advocates to secure stronger investments in clean energy projects.

The federal safeguard mechanism has upset the plans of some iron ore players, while making future options clearer for others.

Voters say super for retirement, not nation building

Jordan Murray speaks with senior journalist Matt Mckenzie about how troubles facing Modco Residential highlight broader issues facing the building industry.