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Premier rubbishes windfarm whale theory

A recent beaching event near Dunsborough in which 28 pilot whales died had nothing to do with offshore wind farm plans for the area, the state...

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Despicable: Cook on Woodside protest

Premier Roger Cook has labelled the actions of protestors at this week’s Woodside Energy AGM despicable and threatening and says police should take...

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Lower base salary for new Carnarvon CEO

Carnarvon Energy’s new chief executive Philip Huizenga will take a salary 20 per cent lower than his predecessor in the role, as the company...

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BHP confirms $60bn Anglo American mega move

BHP has confirmed mega-merger talks with UK-listed Anglo American, with the two organisations in talks on a potential $60 billion deal which could...

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Aust shares finish flat as rate cut hopes fade

The ASX200 gave up its gains to finish unchanged after a hotter-than-expected domestic CPI report made interest rate cuts less likely this year.

24.04.2024 8

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Woodside backs ‘honest’ approach, calls out protestors

Woodside Energy leadership says it has been courageous in speaking honestly about the energy transition, despite its climate action plan being voted...

24.04.2024 10

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At Close of Business podcast April 24

Nadia Budihardjo and Tom Zaunmayr discuss innovators operating in the agribusiness space.

24.04.2024 10

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Goyder survives as Woodside chair at fiery meeting

Richard Goyder appears to have survived a campaign to oust him as Woodside Energy chair, but the gas producer’s climate action plan is still...

24.04.2024 8

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At Close of Business podcast April 23 2024

Nadia Budihardjo and Jack McGinn discuss the state of WA's signage sector.

23.04.2024 4

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Settled signwriters stay in their lane

There’s increased scrutiny of the state’s signwriting sector following the collapse of an industry leader with four decades of business under its...

23.04.2024 8

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South Erregulla no write-off for Strike

Strike Energy has not given up on developing a standalone gas project at its South Erregulla project in the Perth Basin, despite recent drill rig...

23.04.2024 8

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Woodside revenue drops, domgas capacity up

Woodside Energy has reported a 12 per cent revenue slide between quarters in its March financials, owing to lower LNG prices and a dip in global...

19.04.2024 10

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BHP sets nickel decision deadline

BHP has set a timeline for a review into its troubled Nickel West operations, as the company navigates a depressed market for its product.

18.04.2024 10

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Aust shares edge lower as losing streak hits five days

The ASX200 finished down 0.1 per cent, giving up its modest morning gains, as Fed chairman Jay Powell spoke of keeping rates high for longer.

17.04.2024 10

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At Close of Business podcast April 17

Justin Fris and Jack McGinn discuss the rise of Revo Fitness.

17.04.2024 8

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Woodside to explore Greater Sunrise development

Woodside Energy will explore the viability of developing the Greater Sunrise gas field in both Timor Leste and Australia, as it embarks on a concept...

17.04.2024 10

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Chevron’s Gorgon fund open to innovators

Applications are open on a $40 million state government decarbonisation program, funded by Chevron Australia in recognition of the performance of its...

16.04.2024 9

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Federal EPA incoming but reform delayed

Premier Roger Cook has backed the state’s environmental approvals process to meet national standards, as his federal counterparts unveiled a new...

16.04.2024 7

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Goyder’s pitch ahead of Woodside AGM

Woodside Energy chair Richard Goyder has penned a letter to shareholders, acknowledging conjecture over the company’s environmental performance...

16.04.2024 10

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Pastorelli among WA Labor endorsements

WA Labor has endorsed a suite of fresh candidates vying for a place in parliament at the 2025 state election, with Mark McGowan’s former chief of...

15.04.2024 6

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Cash injection secures Dolphin Centre future

The state government has stepped in to secure the future of Bunbury’s Dolphin Discovery Centre, putting up $1.5 million to pull the tourist...

12.04.2024 9

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Woodside to keep BHP assets

Woodside Energy has opted to keep two Western Australian assets floated for sale last year, both of which were purchased in its 2022 merger with BHP...

11.04.2024 6

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At Close of Business podcast April 11 2024

Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn discuss recent reports around disability in the workplace.

11.04.2024 6

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Santos board wins shareholder support

A campaign by activist shareholders to vote down the re-election of Santos chair Keith Spence fell flat at the company’s Annual General Meeting...

11.04.2024 5

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IRA-style spend to support industry

Detail of Australia’s long-awaited response to the US Inflation Reduction Act will soon be made public, with domestic advanced manufacturing and a...

11.04.2024 10

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Mettam lashes flammable hospital cladding delay

WA Liberal leader Libby Mettam has slammed the state government for inaction on potentially flammable cladding at Fiona Stanley Hospital identified...

10.04.2024 6

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State spends up to for start-up accelerator

Premier Roger Cook hopes a $7.2 million spend to attract a UK start-up accelerator to Perth will help the state diversify its economy by fostering...

10.04.2024 10

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Dentistry, diving win Collie govt spend

The state’s latest efforts to diversify the economy of the historic coal mining town of Collie will include spend on commercial diving, dentistry,...

10.04.2024 10

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Mergers reform to increase deal scrutiny

The nation’s consumer watchdog has welcomed a proposed reform of the nation’s merger laws, to be announced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers today.

10.04.2024 7

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US think tank warns on LNG future

Australian oil and gas plays Woodside Energy and Santos must act swiftly as the global market for LNG declines, according to a report from the...

09.04.2024 6

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BCI pushes for approvals at $1.6bn Mardie project

BCI Minerals says it has received a series of mining lease approvals necessary to finalising its Mardie salt project, as it works to get the $1.6...

08.04.2024 10

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BP’s Kwinana biorefinery gets ministerial tick

BP’s $1 billion Kwinana biorefinery has received ministerial approval at the recommendation of the Environmental Protection Authority, subject to a...

08.04.2024 10

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BP’s $1 billion Kwinana biorefinery has received ministerial approval at the recommendation of the Environmental Protection Authority, subject to a target of net-zero emissions by 2050.

BP’s $1 billion Kwinana biorefinery has received ministerial approval at the recommendation of the Environmental Protection Authority, subject to a...

08.04.2024 10

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WA Liberal candidate field taking shape

PRESELECTION WRAP: City of Perth councillor Brent Fleeton will not join Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas as a Liberal candidate at the 2025 state election,...

08.04.2024 10

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Chevron Australia reports $8bn dividend as profit dips

Chevron Australia paid close to $8 billion worth of dividends to its parent company in 2023, despite a hike in the amount of tax it paid in Australia.

08.04.2024 9

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Chalice puts Gonneville before EPA

Chalice Mining has lodged plans to develop its Gonneville nickel-copper-platinum project to the Environmental Protection Authority, with an eye to...

08.04.2024 10

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Waitsia costs blow out to $1.2bn

Beach Energy and Mitsui & Co’s Waitsia stage two gas project will not produce this year and will cost hundreds of millions more than previously...

08.04.2024 20

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Australian shares fall to finish week down 1.6 per cent

The Australian share market finished 0.6 per cent lower at Friday's close with losses in every sector.

05.04.2024 10

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Western Power backs forecast tariff hikes

Government utility Western Power has defended large forecast hikes to discontinued tariffs still applied to some business customers, as it continues...

05.04.2024 10

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Yara to explore Pilbara CCS with Angel JV

Yara Pilbara and Woodside Energy will explore the feasibility of carbon capture and storage, to mitigate the emissions impact of Yara’s existing...

05.04.2024 20

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Two worksite deaths under investigation

Worksafe WA is investigating after separate incidents at workplaces in O’Connor and Dalwallinu resulted in the deaths of two workers yesterday.

04.04.2024 4

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Austal knocks back $1bn Korean takeover offer

Defence industry shipbuilder Austal has confirmed it has received an unsolicited takeover offer from South Korean firm Hanwha Ocean Co, but has poured...

02.04.2024 10

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Aust shares rally to new record, finish just below 7900

The ASX200 rose 1.0 per cent to finish at 7,897 after trading above 7,900 for the first time ever on the last day of the March quarter.

28.03.2024 6

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At Close of Business podcast March 28 2024

Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn discuss the latest signals from the US around the Inflation Reduction Act.

28.03.2024 4

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Further warnings on gas shortfall

Western Australia’s move away from coal-fired power will push the state into a gas supply shortage in the early 2030s, according to new analysis...

28.03.2024 4

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Beach Energy to slash jobs

Adelaide-based Perth Basin gas play Beach Energy will slash its workforce by 30 per cent, following a strategic review into its operations in the east...

28.03.2024 4

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At Close of Business podcast March 27 2024

Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the most influential figures in Western Australia.  Plus: Primary school limbo; Bunbury windfarm potential,...

27.03.2024 4

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Rooftop solar cap removed in Pilbara towns

Constraints which blocked Karratha residents and businesses from connecting residential solar to the North West Interconnect System grid have been...

27.03.2024 10

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Business rises in power balance shift

Plenty has shifted in Business News’ annual look at WA’s 50 most influential figures, with changes starting at the top of the list.

27.03.2024 20

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At Close of Business podcast March 26 2024

Liv Declerck and Jack McGinn discuss the increased focus on environmental protection in the South West region of Western Australia.

26.03.2024 3

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