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The managing director of the WA conglomerate has told a forum in Sydney that Wesfarmers is open to more ‘bolt-on' acquisitions following a string of expansion projects.

WBG Property has lodged a proposal to build a $25 million seven-storey apartment block in Jolimont, to be completed by 2025.

The deal between Dexus and Fiveight took a year to settle.

Alinta Energy has appointed two contractors to build its $180 million solar battery project in Port Hedland while continuing to assess a big sell-down of its WA operations.

Global insurance brokers Marsh and BMS Group have each expanded their WA presence, adding to a string of M&A deals by big players snapping up local operators.

Just In: The RBA has signalled further rate hikes could still be ahead as it lifted the official cash rate to 3.85 per cent.

Technology company Schrole has furthered its relationship with mining giant Rio Tinto after securing $655,000 worth of work.

The costs of school and medical services in Perth have almost tripled over the past 20 years, as analysis by Business News reveals where households have been hit hardest by inflation.

Three businesses formed in Perth have been given a new lease of life after being acquired by global players.

Junior miner Venus Metals has entered into a joint venture and farm-in deal with IGO Limited for exploration and potential development at its Henderson nickel and lithium project.

ASX-listed lithium developer Liontown Resources has played down media speculation of a takeover proposal superior to Albemarle's failed bid for the company in March.

Young workers are set to receive about $6000 extra in their superannuation balance on retirement after changes to how their payments are made.

Outright home owners have welcomed the turnaround in the property market but the prospect of more rate rises has mortgage holders worried.

History tells us state support for the minerals sector has paid dividends.

$50k bonus to soldier on

The local share market has climbed 0.3 per cent ahead of a crucial week of central bank meetings in Australia, the United States and Europe.

Journalists Simone Grogan and Liv Declerck discuss an emerging distillery in Margaret River. Plus: Perth house prices, 7-Eleven deal and social housing.

Andrew Dillon has been appointed chief executive of the AFL more than a year after outgoing chief executive Gillon McLachlan announced his resignation.

Perth-based recruitment business The GO2 People has entered into administration amid liabilities to Australian Taxation Office of more than $3 million and a legal dispute with a client.

Perenti's new contract extends the mining services company's tenure in Ghana.

The New Town Toyota Walk for Women's Cancer 2023 has raised more than $1.5 million to fund cancer research at Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.

Perth advisory firm Azure Capital has been mandated to find a new owner for national convenience store chain 7-Eleven, which is chaired by Perth-based Michael Smith.

A recent spike in trade with Europe may be positive for some, but plenty of opportunities remain closer to home.

Smilov Spirits brings the best of local produce to its gin and vodka.

Perth home values continue to rise in the past month with the median house price recorded as more than $570,000, according to recent reports by property groups.

The first direct flight between Melbourne and Exmouth is tipped to bring in thousands of out-of-state travellers to the regional destination.

There's little doubt a meander along the Croatian coast is a high point for those who love life aboard a cruise ship.

Alliance Nickel has struck a $15 million offtake agreement with automotive manufacturer Stellantis to supply battery grade materials for electric vehicles.

No kids, no gambling, Northern Lights and some penguin adventures: life sounds pretty cruisy.

The state government will invest $511 million to tackle the housing crisis as part of the upcoming Western Australian budget, including building 700 new homes.

More than 40 organisations have signed a letter to the treasurer demanding more investment in social and affordable housing in the upcoming budget.

Former WA bureaucrat Reece Waldock is one of three transport experts drafted in by the federal government to review its infrastructure pipeline and set new priorities.