Matt Mckenzie

The state opposition has called for WA’s borders to reopen on or before March 5, citing concerns about waning immunity in the community.

On today's episode of At Close of Business, journalists Jordan Murray and Matt Mckenzie weigh up the economic and health factors behind the state government's decision to delay reopening WA's border.

A $4 billion-plus fertiliser plant proposed on the Burrup Peninsula has received ministerial approval, moving entrepreneur Vikas Rambal’s dream project a step closer.

Kanopy founder Olivia Humphrey has launched her next business, Storyd Group, which is investing in films by female creatives and tech start-ups.

It's hoped construction of a $3 billion, globally significant space research project in the Murchison region will start mid-year, as negotiations with Traditional Custodians for a land use agreement continue.

Perth has posted its highest inflation rate in 20 years, at 5.7 per cent in 2021, as national prices lifted 3.5 per cent.

South32's quarterly results give some guidance of how an Omicron outbreak in WA might impact the resources sector, with marginally lower output at two east coast units.

On today's episode of At Close of Business, senior journalist Matt Mckenzie outlines some of the biggest challenges facing some of WA's biggest projects in the year ahead.

Buru Energy shares fell 10 per cent today after it revealed the state’s border closures had slowed exploration work, compounded by drilling problems.

On today's episode of At Close of Business, journalists Gary Adshead and Matt Mckenzie discuss the challenge for the Liberals and the Nationals one year after the state election.

Vikas Rambal’s Perdaman Group is planning to enter the state’s retail electricity market, with a focus on greener energy.

Hazer Group shares fell 9 per cent today after a manufacturing defect in its reactor vessel further set back its demonstration project.

Delaying the reopening of the state’s borders is an admission of failure to prepare the health system, Liberal leader David Honey says.

The planned February 5 reopening of the state's borders has been cancelled amid a surge in Omicron-driven hospitalisations on the east coast, but Mark McGowan has promised a more compassionate approach.

Perth Energy has more than doubled its business customer base, while Amanda Energy and CleanTech also grew their presence in the retail power market.

WA’s health budget has tripled during the past 15 years, but there are concerns about patient outcomes amid workforce, bureaucracy and governance pressures.

A court has overturned a June 2020 ruling requiring Synergy to pay the owners of the Newgen Kwinana power station a fee for periods when the plant was in reserve.

A panel to review governance in the state's health system will include the premier's former deputy chief of staff and the former head of Victorian health who resigned weeks after a hotel quarantine inquiry.

Worker shortages and supply chain issues could disrupt major projects in WA worth more than $50 billion. Click for our updated list of major projects.

On today's episode of At Close of Business, senior journalist Matt Mckenzie goes behind the scenes of WA's healthcare system to explore whether the state gets the best outcomes from the growing health budget.

Analysis: The Australia Institute claims WA earns a paltry return from oil and gas companies, while estimating state government royalties from the North West Shelf will likely surpass $17 billion over 25 years.

Hepa filters, CO2 monitors and N95 masks should be on the list for WA businesses as they prepare for state borders to reopen, Andrew Miller says.

Phoenix Academy and Curtin University were among 16 businesses appointed to a $240 million panel contract for teacher development.

Mining magnate Gina Rinehart has become the latest high-profile businessperson used to market an alleged crypto scam, with photos and fake quotes appearing online.

Woodside has long-term hopes to install up to 500 megawatts of solar generation and 2 gigawatt hours of batteries near Karratha, environmental documents show.

A development application for the West Erregulla gas project in the Mid West has been lodged, ahead of a potential tightening of the domgas market.

The state has just more than a month to prepare for multi-million dollar supply chain disruptions similar to those hitting Australia’s east coast.

British racing executive James Oldring has been appointed chief executive of Perth Racing, as the organisation seeks to put upheaval last year behind it.

Entrepreneurs could learn some valuable lessons from Kanopy founder Olivia Humphrey, who now has her sights on the local film industry.

DevelopmentWA has approved Edith Cowan University’s city campus proposal, with a contractor to build the $695 million project to be selected in February.

On today's episode of At Close of Business, journalists Matt Mckenzie and Jordan Murray review the year in business and politics in Western Australia.

Higher public sector wages, new transport projects and Burrup Peninsula infrastructure are among $2.2 billion of state government spending announced as rising tax revenue fills treasury coffers.