Mark Pownall

We don’t want to see Perth return to the dark ages, but perhaps one old offering might lighten things up.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the federal election, employment data, Woodside's AGM, ambulances, John Poynton, Andrew Forrest, Activ and Blaq Projects.

Leading Western Australian brewer Little Creatures could be part of a revamped Yagan Square as hospitality sector and state government finalise details behind a $12 million rescue package.

Business leader John Poynton has detailed the challenging year he has endured, dissecting his role at Crown and the retention of Nev Power on the Strike Energy board.

Senior editor Mark Pownall digs into a property boom taking place in WA's South West region and explores why people are choosing to live outside of Perth after the pandemic.

Perth-based engineering company Clough has dismissed speculation that it has any funding issues or was at odds with the federal government over the Snowy 2.0 hydroelectricity project.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the state budget, DAP reforms, 40under40, John Van Der Wielen, Rebecca Tomkinson, Ron Sayers, arts dividends and special reports on lawyers and architects.

Good policy rarely emerges from single-issue parties, and too often these candidates are little more than spoilers.

Perth-based audio technology company has flagged a strategic shift with the appointment of a US-based CEO and possible dual listing, most likely on the Nasdaq.

In their weekly podcast Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss interest rates, inflation outlook, market impact, house prices, Carillon sale and CBD developments, hybrid working, and carbon farming.

Mark Pownall and Jordan Murray discuss inflation figures, the federal election, pandemic restrictions, reviving Perth's CBD, Manchester United, Ukraine, Rob Cole, wineries, and mining.

Ukraine could look to Australian expertise in mining and metals processing to unlock its own resources after the war with Russia, according to its ambassador.

There might not be a better way to tackle the Cape to Cape than when it’s in support of youth mental health and suicide prevention.

Fuel taxes have long been a bugbear of Australian politics.

In their weekly podcast Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss Federal election, unemployment rate, COVID restrictions, houses prices, inflation and interest rates, builders go bust, WA’s mining status and Steve Birkbeck.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss Iluka's refinery deal, BGC for sale, Clough sues Rio Tinto, Roger Cook, mining taxes, Sheffield sold, the business of sport and agribusiness.

Flaunting our strengths is how we attract visitors and investors.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the federal budget, GST boost, house prices, Main Roads, Northern Endeavour, Gary Dempsey, John Poynton and charity fundraisers.

Believe it or not, the conditions for diversification are here.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss Scott Morrison's campaign visit, rising construction costs, SRG Global, unemployment, OBH and John Streicker.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the McGowan v Clive Palmer defamation case, Forrest poaching, office vacancies, economic outlook, Andrew Roberts, Nathan McMahon, project approvals, land developers and junior miners.

New residential developments in a holiday favourite are seeking the best of both worlds.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss COVID, Ukraine, the Mineral Resources board, Crown, Velrada, GDP, Probuild and Cygnet West.

Mark Pownall and Jordan Murray discuss Ukraine, COVID-19, Probuild, Agribusiness, Perth Airport and Qantas legal dispute, Nev Power, Jack Bendat, federal election, oil and gas, and aged care.

Political uncertainties and economic headwinds have kept investors in Lynas Rare Earths on their toes.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss Acciona's exit, COVID impact, Bankwest restructure, profit results and the state government's commercial deals.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss industry assistance, FMG's renewable energy project, construction costs, lithium growth, commercial property and ports and transport.

The businesses that dominate the unlisted landscape are very different from 20 years ago.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss market volatility, what WA needs, workplace harrassment, Kevin Gallagher, MG Kailis, COVID concerns, supply chain dramas, the legal sector and rare earths.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the inflation risk, COVID, FMG, Sinosteel, Williams Engineering, Cottesloe development, private companies, breweries and distilleries, and UWA's ASX research.

Let’s use this moment to solve new and old issues.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the border backflip, business disruptions, iron ore price surge, unemployment falls, apartment plans, retail vacancies and HBF acquisitions.