In-depth features on the industries and issues shaping Western Australian business.
Sector Briefing
06 Oct 2026
Business News covers Land Forces 2026, the nation's largest defence conference bringing together industry, military and government.
The dot.com era might have left its scars but real businesses have emerged from the internet. We talk to some local pioneers.
Last year was a tough period for investors who backed WA stocks, as our annual shareholder return survey finds.
Business issues hardly got a mention, but Alan Carpenter and Colin Barnett offer very different choices for the voters.
Our 12-page Major Projects feature highlights the Pilbara's growing status as Australia's economic engine room.
Companies servicing the oil & gas sector are looking forward to growth.
Matilda Bay Brewing Co; Swan Valley; Skywest; Pilbara tourism; Greg Gaunt...
Residential real estate is in a deep slump but industry leaders see signs of recovery.
The entry of two English firms has added to a flurry of change in Perth's legal world.
Colin Barnett and Kevin Rudd are turning up the heat in the battle over states' rights.
This weeks edition includes photographs of the winners at the awards.
We talk to the owners of WA's top private companies.
Federal funding and private expertise play an increasing role in the state government's major projects.