Mark Beyer

Subiaco company Kairiki Energy has cancelled a $12 million right issue that was “partially and conditionally” underwritten by Patersons Securities, after failing to achieve its minimum subscription

ASX-listed oil and gas companies currently report their reserves and resources in 33 different ways, research by Perth-based consulting group RISC Advisory has found.

THE challenging state of the wine industry has been illustrated by Ferngrove Vineyards’ financial reports, which reveal the business has incurred losses totalling $14.1 million over the three and a

The restructuring of WA’s wine industry has led to the emergence of some surprising names.

The Wyllie Group has realised a big profit on its six-year investment in Amcom Telecommunications, selling half of its total holding in the listed Perth company.

A tax rise is not tax reform, but an increase in the GST rate or a widening of its base could be part of a worthwhile package.

Drilling services company Boart Longyear has released its third earnings downgrade in nine months, saying demand for its services has continued to weaken because mining companies are scaling back o

Almost $141 million has been wiped from the value of diversified contractor Transfield Services as cost cutting in the mining sector hit its earnings outlook.

An independent review of Australia's franchise sector has recommended substantial reforms, including strengthening the obligations of parties to act in good faith and a stronger enforcement regime.

Transport Minister Troy Buswell has laid out a welcome mat for private investment in the state’s ports, but has warned the government will not subsidise projects like the proposed iron ore facility

HOW does the managing director of an aspiring nickel miner remain positive amid weakening commodities prices and an equities market in decline?

It’s an old adage that some of the biggest fortunes have been made when business conditions are at their toughest.

The proposed Anketell Point port project in the Pilbara, which is unlikely to proceed for the foreseeable future, has been approved by federal Environment Minister Tony Burke, subject to 45 strict

WOODSIDE managing director Peter Coleman has called for a major rethink of the way engineering contractors and resources companies approach the development of new projects.

The shale gas industry doesn’t stack up commercially and companies that have invested in the sector are following a herd mentality, Woodside managing director Peter Coleman said today.

Perth-based mining contractor Barminco has refinanced its existing debts through an issue of high-yield notes in the United States.

Building companies Pindan Constructions and Esslemont Cockram Construction have won new contracts with the state government worth a combined $30 million.

Business groups have welcomed the industrial relations policy package announced this week by federal opposition leader Tony Abbott but most have lobbied for the coalition to go much further.

Privately owned Bethesda Hospital is starting to plan for its next expansion, after regaining outright ownership of its Claremont property and overcoming a period of financial challenges.

The Gillard government’s inflammatory rhetoric on skilled migration and supposed widespread abuses of the 457 visa scheme still rankle.

The share price of minerals explorer Aquila Resources took a hit after its Japanese joint venture partner pulled out of some of its Queensland coal exploration permits.

After 12 years of regulatory and legal battles, building magnate Len Buckeridge is getting ready to proceed with a private port at Cockburn Sound, with potential benefits for many industries.

The budget pressure facing the state government has added to the case for more private sector involvement in the delivery of traditional public infrastructure in Western Australia.

Mermaid Marine managing director Jeff Weber has sold $5.4 million worth of shares in the company, to fund the exercise of incentive options and the associated tax liabilities.

Privately-owned Kwinana company Stella Industrial is looking to recruit extra staff after winning its largest contract, on Chevron’s Gorgon gas project.

The increased likelihood of the Browse gas project being developed as a ‘floater’ takes to nine the number of floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) plants under construction or being considered for

Alkane Resources says its Dubbo zirconia project is financially and technically robust, after completing a definitive feasibility study that put a $996 million price tag on the development.

Having won a big victory at the state election, Premier Colin Barnett is looking to widen his influence, within Western Australia and elsewhere.

The passing this week of former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher makes it timely to reflect on the very different reform process Britain and Australia went through in the 1980s.

Atlas Iron and Brockman Mining have announced the extension of their Pilbara infrastructure study agreement with rail operator Aurizon, after reporting positive results from their initial analysis.

The resources sector is often beaten up by its critics, occasionally with good reason, but it has many achievements worth celebrating.

SOUTH Africa’s RMB Resources is not a new player in the Australian market, but it’s the kind of financier that is likely to become more prominent as local companies seek alternative funding solutio