Business News - WA
For Almost 30 years, Business News has been a trusted, independent source for quality news and information about commerce, politics and industry in Western Australia. We empower business owners, directors and leaders with critical data, timely insights and valuable connections. Our daily and weekly podcasts are a convenient and timely way to engage with commentary and original reporting from our editorial team.
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At Close of Business Podcast August 17 2026
Sam Jones speaks to Justin Fris about how data breaches can cause issues for organisations. Plus: Secret Harbour by-election begins; Develop awards $275m processing plant contract; WA Kaolin tumbles into administration.
At Close of Business Podcast August 14 2026
Tom Zaunmayr speaks with Nadia Budihardjo about a company looking to branch out into building nuclear-capable professional emergency response teams. Plus: Productivity Commission's GST findings; Equus and Alcoa's deal; and two $11m Cottesloe home sales.
Mark My Words August 14 2026
Mark Pownall is joined by Isabel Vieira, Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics. In this edition, they discuss Northern Star, Michael Fotios, South West dairies, Laurence Escalante, Post Newspapers, Hesperia, Lend Lease and Shenton Quarter.
At Close of Business podcast August 13 2026
Ella Loneragan and Nadia Budihardjo discuss new developments at the Blue Room Theatre. Plus: Northern Star board addition; Pentagon's top policy official praises WA; and $94m West Leederville apartments approved.
At Close of Business podcast August 12 2026
Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the state of the apartment market in Perth. Plus: Strike threat at South32's Worsley; Lancelin rock wall plan; and Hesperia buys Woolworths centre for $268 million.
At Close of Business podcast August 11 2026
Claire Tyrrell speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about the succession plan at interior design firm MKDC. Plus: RBA holds cash rate; Hanwha launches $1.7 billion Austal USA bid; and Stokes' SGH reveals $993 million investment.
At Close of Business Podcast August 10 2026
City of Perth update reveals some councillors resist change; BHP, unions back to bargaining table and Lendlease sells half stake in Lakeside Joondalup to Cbus Property in a $1.3 billion deal. Plus, Gary Adshead and Nadia Budihardjo discuss a wide ranging interview with Treasurer Rita Saffioti.
At Close of Business podcast August 7 2026
Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss gold miner Regis Resources' plans after a thwarted merger with Vault. Plus: MinRes in SAT stoush with Shire; Post Newspapers expand coverage; and Woodside to sell off Calypso stake.
Mark My Words August 7 2026
Mark Pownall is joined by Gary Adshead, Isabel Vieira, Jack McGinn and Tom Zaunmayr to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics, including the byelection campaign, the under-treasurer’s move, Glencore, Amanda Lacaze, investment banking, Mid West business and Diggers & Dealers.
At Close of Business podcast August 6 2026
Jack McGinn speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about the recent developments in the state's gold sector. Plus: Broome strike action escalates; Migration law changes; and Satterley buys Busselton project.
