Marion Fulker

Future Perth is a six-part podcast series that will examine the major issues facing this vibrant metropolis as it looks to grow in both size and stature over the next 20 years.

Episode 2 of the Business News Future Perth podcast is now available, focusing on issues around developments in the metropolitan area.

The pandemic has led to a seismic shift in West Australians’ movement patterns, with a 28.5 per cent reduction in visitors to Perth CBD in the past 18 months, Committee for Perth has revealed.

Episode 4 of the Business News Future Perth podcast is now available, looking at issues surrounding Perth's transformation into a city of 3.5 million people.

Episode 5 of the Business News Future Perth podcast is now available, looking at ways in which Indigenous culture can be integrated and showcased in Western Australia.The guests for this episode are WA Governor Kim Beazley and Noongar leaders Richard Walley and Colleen Hayward.

The final episode of the Business News Future Perth podcast is now available, looking at the future of the Western Australian economy.The guests for this episode are Wesfarmers chief executive Rob Scott and PwC partner Justin Carroll.

A top architect says Perth should be developed according to a singular vision from local and state authorities.

A national strategy is needed to address gender pay gap after little has progressed since the publication of the 'Filling the Pool' report, the Committee for Perth says.

Committee for Perth chief executive Marion Fulker will step down from her role early next year, after 16 years of service with the organisation.

Hollowed out during the pandemic, our cities could benefit from a change in fortune

Businesswoman Paula Rogers has been named as the new head of the Committee for Perth.

Australia Day needs to celebrate the entirety of our story.

In a post-COVID world, the workplaces of choice will be those that are flexible and fair, equitable and empowering.

WA’s arts sector has a solid foundation to build on in terms of a new federal policy.

Port city transitions are decades in the making.

DEVELOPMENT in existing suburbs, a practice known as infill, is an issue the Perth region has long grappled with.

Technology could alter perceptions of what or who is considered ‘elite’.

Structural and cultural issues need addressing to provide better balance.

Moving into semi-retirement is a big step, so it helps to have a plan.

Analysis of last year’s federal poll shows parties and their campaigners have a significant challenge ahead to establish broad appeal.

Perhaps agreement on the distinction between reconciliation and truth-telling is at the heart of the issue between white and black Australia.

Many modern cities are simply too big for ‘world’s best’ rankings to be reflective of the true picture.

Balancing executives’ EQ and IQ will become a priority in an era of growing public accountability.

An old industrial Scottish town’s transformation into a tourism winner points the way for Perth.

An ambitious master plan is under way to guide Perth Zoo’s transformation ahead of its 125th birthday.

Those who suffer discrimination in the workplace should feel confident they will be supported when speaking up.

A loss of visibility for working women is one thing, never having it in the first place is another.

Some companies get caught in the chasm of how they are perceived and how they see themselves.

Mentoring plays an important role in life and business and has become a popular professional development tool.

The result of the Voice referendum was a lost opportunity to be a more inclusive nation.

As Robin S Sharma says, the business of business is relationships, and there are plenty of opportunities to connect if you know how.

Violence against women from a partner or ex-partner remains a prominent issue despite growing awareness.

A recent visit to Australia’s cultural capital shows Melbourne has emerged from lockdowns with renewed passion.

Men who commit acts of violence against women must be held to account.

Infill means more neighbours, so it pays to make nice.

The five-yearly Census provides an important snapshot of the nation.

It’s important to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place before signing up for this top-10 mortgage lender.

Our weekly appointments wrap includes Catherine Elliott, John Poynton, Marion Fulker, Julie Drago, Ross McEwan and Noel Quinn.