Great for the State – Edition 7: Natural Resources

Perth is blessed with world-class beaches and the iconic Swan River, but the city is still exploring how best to activate and protect these locations.

Harnessing the enormous mineral and petroleum wealth of WA required leaders willing to drive innovation and take risks. We profile seven of the most important.

Duke Ranson looked at about 100 parcels of land before deciding on the perfect place for Duke’s Vineyard winery, an endeavour that’s paying dividends.

WA’s resources industry has business and community benefits that reach far beyond the export dollars they earn.

Peter Buckman says he loves his work with the Friends of Kings Park because he can see the positive impact of his efforts.

How does one discuss the obvious to a readership that understands our State so well?

The travel destinations scattered across our great State are large in number and diversity and offer locals and visitors some of the most captivating experiences anywhere in the world.

It’s not just land-based minerals and energy that this State has in abundance.

A common garden plant with purple, tubular bell-like flowers is a vital natural resource, that often goes unrecognised, but is responsible for extending the lives of many West Australians.