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Both Ben Wyatt and Josh Frydenberg have avoided big reforms to boost productivity this week, with CCI today arguing the state government missed an opportunity.

A big boost in royalty income has largely offset the revenue hit of COVID-19, as Treasurer Ben Wyatt borrows in the hope of an infrastructure-led recovery.

A second wave of COVID-19 in Western Australia remains the single biggest threat to the state’s economy, according to Premier Mark McGowan.

Mathias Cormann has been nominated for the position of secretary general of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development.

Educators recommend against taking kids out of school early for a holiday, but parents want options, given the COVID-caused travel restrictions.

Click through for a summary of initiatives in the $74 billion JobMaker package, including a $4 billion wage subsidy and $3.5 billion of research incentives.

Federal net debt is set to peak near $1 trillion, with $416 billion of cash deficits projected as the government locks in higher spending.

An instant asset write-off for new business investment and an immediate tax deduction for losses are key measures in the federal budget.

Agem Property Group has opened the doors of its latest project, the $14 million Iluka Plaza shopping centre.

Bruce Reynolds says that reflecting on his career and lineage motivated him to run for lord mayor.

Opinion is divided over a collective, problem-solving approach to poor behaviour in schools.

WA gas could be sent east through a pipeline but such a project would need government backing, Peter Coleman said today, while hitting back against Woodside’s environmental critics.

In today's episode of Controversy & Celebrity, Basil Zempilas discusses how his upbringing and reputation in the community have set him up to tackle the major issues facing the City of Perth.

Di Bain talks about her enthusiasm for tackling the major issues now facing the City of Perth in today's episode of Controversy & Celebrity,

The City of Perth needs someone who is independent and has a voice to be the next lord mayor, writes Basil Zempilas.

On today's episode of Controversy & Celebrity, local businessman Bruce Reynolds discusses how his entrepreneurial and charitable work informed his late bid for lord mayor.

Despite having just four years of experience in medicine, Chris Brennan-Jones has won plaudits pioneering affordable and accessible treatment for childhood ear disease.

This year’s 40under40 First Amongst Equals, Rachael Ferguson, discusses the resilience of her Perth-founded business during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Perth podiatrist turned entrepreneur Rachael Ferguson has been named the 2020 First Amongst Equals winner, the highest honour at the Business News 40under40 Awards.

Mark Gibson says he is intimately aware of the challenges Perth faces, having lived in the city for more than two decades. 

Tim Schwass discusses his legal background and how he will tackle governance, culture, and homelessness if elected lord mayor of the City of Perth in today's episode of Controversy & Celebrity.

Some parents overlook the importance of their children developing coping skills and resilience.

Mergers can bring universities back from the brink.

Western Australia appears to be overlooking the value of sports in helping understand the state's future business partners, writes Ross Taylor.

Candidates in the City of Perth's upcoming lord mayoral election should keep in mind that running a council involves a lot of saying "no", writes Simon Withers.

Gary Martin says the coronavirus pandemic has fuelled digital shopping sprees, with consumers flocking to online reviews.

Adolescent lying may be a normal phase of growing up, but it nevertheless requires careful management by parents and educators.

Vitamin and pet food supplier Blackmores has reported a 66 per cent full-year profit dive after Chinese shoppers limited spending amid COVID-19.

The City of Perth is well positioned to leverage WA's resource industry and establish its own minerals exchange, writes Brent Fleeton.

The challenges of COVID-19 and the City of Perth inquiry make the city's upcoming election a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reposition Perth, writes Brodie McCulloch.

Creating flight corridors with COVID-safe countries and attracting financial services to Perth from Hong Kong are on the agenda for COVID recovery chair Nev Power.