Western Australia continues to lead the nation in the number of people undertaking traditional apprenticeships, according to figures released by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.
Perth headquartered oil and gas producer Amadeus Energy Ltd intends to undertake an on-market buy-back of up to 5 per cent of the current issued capital (approximately 9.25 million shares) for a maximum of 12 months from 4th July 2006.
Confidence within the Western Australian housing market is showing no signs of abating, with 2/3 of people surveyed saying they intend to either buy a new home, or renovate, within the next 12 months, according to a new survey conducted by homesite.
The Department of Land Information has signed off on an agreement to provide technical support to China, to assist with disaster and environmental management.
Subiaco-headquartered winemaker Evans & Tate Ltd has received a request from UK-based Neqtar Ltd for an extension of time to complete the purchase of ETW's Mildura winery by Neqtar's Australian subsidiary, SDS Beverages Food and Wine Pty Ltd.
Perth-based eLearning technology company HarvestRoad Ltd has forecast a loss for the financial year of $650,000 as a result of incurring additional costs associated with over $1 million in deferred contracts.
West Perth-based Black Range Minerals Ltd has signed an agreement with US-based Uranerz Energy Corporation to form a joint venture to explore and develop the advanced Cyclone Rim and Eagle Uranium projects located in southwest Wyoming.
West Perth-based managed investment scheme LinQ Resources Fund has announced an estimated distribution of 7 cents per unit for the 12 month period to 30 June 2006, an increase of 3 ½ times the distribution for the 12 month period to 30 June 2005.
Small Business Minister, Norm Marlborough, today called on the Federal Government to beef up its Trade Practices Act to help protect small business against predatory pricing by big business.
Perth-based AdultShop.com Ltd and the vendors of Loop Creative Pty Ltd have entered into a formal share sale and purchase agreement following completion of due diligence enquiries.
Bibra Lake-based ZBB Energy Corporation has secured a $3 million loan facility by the issuance of senior secured notes to investment funds managed by CTI Capital Management of Florida and Bushido Capital Partners of New York.
The Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of Western Australia has today handed down its decision on Westpoint promissory notes, ruling against ASIC's contention that the promissory notes were, in fact, debentures.
Air quality monitoring on the Burrup Peninsula has been extended with local industries agreeing to contribute $400,000 to the project, which will double the time spent on air monitoring to four years.
West Perth-based diversified explorer Exco Resources NL has entered into agreements that unconditionally underwrite the exercise of the company's 39.99 million listed options due to expire on 28 August 2006, raising just under $8 million.
An Improvement Plan has been put into place to transform the Cockburn coastal strip into a thriving and energetic beachside residential and mixed-use area.
The State Government has announced the shortlist of contractors invited to tender for the construction of the first stage of Western Australia's first floating dock at the Australian Marine Complex in Henderson.
Fremantle-based Cell Aquaculture has launched Supreme Court proceedings against South Perth-based mineral explorer Excalibur Mining Corporation Ltd, demanding payment of $500,000 from Excalibur.
West Perth-based Emeco Ltd's subsidiary Emeco International Pty Ltd has executed a formal sales agreement to acquire earthmoving business and assets of NSW-based independent earthmoving equipment rental and sales business Bevans for $9.7 million.
The Federal Government is showing its total contempt for Western Australians by failing to release an environmental report on the BGC brickworks plan at Perth Airport, according to Planning and Infrastructure minister Alannah MacTiernan.
Perth-based land development firm Gilbert Rose Consulting has been acquired by Queensland engineering services company Cardno Ltd in order to strengthen its presence in Western Australia.
Former director of Western Australian based Hallmark Gold NL David Muir pleaded guilty yesterday in the District Court of Western Australia on seven charges of making improper use of his position.
West Perth based Batavia Mining Ltd has announced that it has reached agreement with AIM-listed mineral company, Thor Mining PLC to sell its portfolio of uranium exploration assets in the Northern Territory to Thor.
Emerging Western Australian oil and gas player First Australian Resources Ltd has finalised the placement of 95 million shares to raise $12.35 million to pursue its exploration programme.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has issued a consumer warning about scams that convince consumers to provide personal banking details via email.
UWA's Centre for Water Research, in partnership with Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, has been awarded a $2.7 million project to develop and install an automated Aquatic Real-Time Management System to enhance the operation of Singapore's Mar
Perth based property developer Aspen Group has provided an updated full year earnings forecast for the 2006 financial year and has announced an increased distribution rate for the June quarter.
