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The rent assistance limit has been increased to help more than one million Australian households, which is expected to cost the federal government $2.7 billion over five years.

The federal budget mapped out a path to ‘green hydrogen superpower' status, championed critical minerals relationships and altered taxes on oil and gas. Here's how industry responded.

Jim Chalmers says his budget won't fan inflation and lead to more interest rate rises but some leading economic experts are not convinced.

Higher spending, deficits keep pressure on rates and taxes

Senior journalist Jack McGinn and journalist Liv Declerck discuss the application of business principles in the non-profit sector.

WA's South West could require up to 51 gigawatts of new energy generation and storage capacity to meet the needs of industry over the next 20 years, a state government study has concluded.

Newcrest Mining and Wyloo Metals-backed Greatland Gold are seeking environmental approval for their $529 million Havieron gold mine.

Local shares have finished lower ahead of the federal budget but market analysts say it is typical for the May trading period.

Strike Energy has received approval to commence seismic surveying at its Eneabba Deep permit, allowing it to scope the Perth Basin gas prospect.

The state government has ramped up its commitment to end native logging in the South West with a $36 million investment towards forestry management in the upcoming budget.

Clear communication is vital if veterans are to find the right starting point for support.

Key crossbenchers say the government should go further with its changes to the Petroleum Rent Resource Tax to get better value for taxpayers.

From the elegance of classical ballet to the exhilaration of jazz-infused Balanchine, West Australian Ballet's new triple bill is a delightful dance across time, writes Kim Balfour.

Low-level radioactive waste stored at Tellus Holdings' Sandy Ridge facility in the Goldfields will be processed to develop medical treatments under a new deal.

Mining giant Alcoa's Australian operations will be led by former OZ Minerals executive Matt Reed, who has acknowledged he will need to meet “evolving” stakeholder expectations in his new role.

South32's critical minerals project in Arizona has been added to a US legislative dashboard designed to fast-track approval processes.

Perth-based chemical engineering business Hazer Group has extended its non-binding memorandum of understanding with French utility company ENGIE SA to establish its first facility in Europe.

A proposed eight-storey apartment building in Leederville will be upsized after a development panel approved a rejigged $35 million plan for the site.

Chorus, Anglicare WA and Lifeline Australia are utilising business philosophies to survive in the not-for-profit space.

Households struggling with the cost of living will get some support in the federal budget but the threat of inflation will keep handouts contained.

$4b surplus, deficits to follow

Western Australia's peak business lobby has called for a quick end to debate over imposing higher taxes on mining sector profits after a lift in the petroleum sector's profit tax.

Senior journalists Claire Tyrrell and Jack McGinn discuss a recent raft of activity in West Perth's office market.

The local share market has bounced back from its third weekly decline, bolstered by gains in the energy, materials and financial sectors.

Takeover target Mincor Resources could be delisted from the ASX if Wyloo Metals does not achieve the 90 per cent stake needed for a compulsory acquisition.

Mitchell Matera was named First Amongst Equals at Business News' 40under40 awards on Friday night.

The latest world economic outlook released by the International Monetary Fund reveals a relatively bleak international growth forecast for the coming two years.

Darkstar Coffee Roasters has taken the top spot at an inaugural barista event hosted by Gina Rinehart backed Bannister Downs Dairy.

Silver Lake Resources has reaffirmed its disappointment in St Barbara's alleged lack of engagement on a competing proposal, despite the target shutting down any hopes of a merger last week.

The Iustini family, known for Technical Resources, has partnered with former Hunter executive search director Gregor McNally to expand the recruitment business to senior hires.

Lynas Rare Earths has avoided the need to shut down part of its Malaysian plant after securing a six-month extension for its operating licence.

The Community Arts Network, Theatre Kimberley and Warlayirti Artists Aboriginal Corporation are among the recipients of the state government's $900,000 regional arts funding.