Peter Kermode

SPECIAL REPORT: New technology now available in WA uses an algorithm to match appropriate builders to specific blocks of land.

SPECIAL REPORT: The WA residential builder market remains well down from its 2013 highs, despite homes becoming more affordable.

A depressed Western Australian housing market has hit residential builders, with the number of housing starts dropping by more than 1,500 in the 12 months to June 30, according to figures released by the Housing Industry Association.

The state government will leverage its Metronet program to drive development of urban density in Perth.

SPECIAL REPORT: When Ryan Zaknich started his Perth walking tours business Two Feet & a Heartbeat 11 years ago, one of his featured routes incorporated stops at each of the city’s small bars - all three of them.

SPECIAL REPORT: Accommodation groups are betting on international students returning to Perth.

SPECIAL REPORT: Perth’s hotel capacity has increased by about 30 per cent since 2012 and Business News has identified a further 3,150 rooms that are either under construction or committed, as the city’s hotel sector is transformed.

SPECIAL REPORT: The state government is spearheading programs to build interest in WA as a preferred leisure destination within Australia and overseas.

International serviced office provider Regus is close to finalising a lease for new office space at Raine Square, being developed by Charter Hall Group.

Apartment developer Finbar Group has bought the final stage of the Symphony City development site in East Perth from its joint venture partner Ventrade Australia for $4.5 million.

The state government is negotiating with the Liberal and National parties to facilitate the upper house passing its proposed strata reform legislation.

Mining services, logistics warehousing and food services firms are boosting demand for industrial property.

Jobs growth at Perth Airport was three times that of the CBD between 2011 and 2016 as property development in the area expands.

Jaxon has re-emerged as a major contractor in the Perth market with big plans for the near term after six decades in the business.

Housing affordability in Perth continues to improve, according to a report from CoreLogic.

The Western Australian Planning Commission is weighing its options after losing a recent appeal against a Board of Valuers’ decision.

Sirona Capital has engaged Colliers International and CBRE to offer its 5,706 square metre shopping centre in Margaret River to the market.

The first stage of the Mojo Urban Living estate in Cockburn Central North was launched last week, offering the first terrace-style homes in the area.

The first increase in Perth’s office sublease space in almost three years is an indication of growing confidence in the market, according to CBRE.

ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: Riding the waves of Western Australia’s boom-and-bust economy while simultaneously dealing with the decades-long disruption to the media landscape means Business News has faced more than a few challenges during its 25-year history.