Business News - WA

Business News - WA

Author: Business News Language: English Episodes: 100
Tune in to Business News-WA for a direct line to the conversations shaping Western Australia's economy. Each week, Head of Content Mark Pownall and Editor Mark Beyer sit down with broadcaster James Lush, moving beyond the headlines to unpack the stories that matter. This isn't just a recap; it's a forward-looking discussion that delves into the articles slated for the upcoming edition of the newspaper, offering context and analysis you won't find anywhere else. Produced by Lush Digital, the podcast serves as an essential audio companion for anyone invested in the region's commercial landscape. You'll hear informed perspectives on the interplay of local business, policy, and current events, providing a nuanced understanding of both immediate opportunities and longer-term trends. For professionals, investors, or simply the curious, this weekly dialogue connects the dots between newsprint and real-world impact, making complex developments accessible and relevant. It’s where the week’s news meets next week’s insight, all focused on the unique dynamics of Western Australia.
Episodes
At Close of Business podcast April 8 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:13
Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about how port investment plays a role in enabling economic growth in WA. Plus: Revealed: The Burk Fuel results that sparked a govt probe; Goldies shine on $1b coffers, firm fuel supply…
At Close of Business podcast April 7 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:15
Justin Fris and Mark Pownall discuss the severe driver shortage facing WAs trucking sector. Plus: Westview to progress Hatch steel mill; Scandal-plagued resort purchased; Gold miner says fuel won't stop halt production.
At Close of Business podcast April 2 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:16
Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on the planning industry. Plus PM stumps up $1bn in interest-free loans; UWA consider Karratha campus; and household confidence slips to C…
At Close of Business podcast April 1 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:06
Jack McGinn speaks to Tom Zaunmayr about Business News' recent most influential feature. Plus: Premier enacts emergency fuel powers; Billionaire buys The Guildford Hotel; Perenti appoints S32 exec to succeed Norwell.
At Close of Business podcast April 1 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:33
Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about how port investment in WA can enable economic growth. Plus: Premier enacts emergency fuel powers; Billionaire buys The Guildford Hotel; Perenti appoints S32 exec to succeed Norwel…
At Close of Business podcast March 31 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:33
Isabel Vieira and Mark Pownall discuss a restructure with WA’s biggest wine maker Fogarty Wine Group. Plus: Taco Bell gets lifeline; AGL commits to $490m expansion; and Fuel excise relief to be slow.
At Close of Business podcast March 30 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:54
Gary Adshead speaks with Justin Fris about efforts being made to quell WA's $200 million illicit drug trade. Plus: Excise cut as new fuel plan enacted; New mayors at troubled councils; Freight train pitch for North West.
At Close of Business podcast March 27 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:31
Ella Loneragan speaks with Claire Tyrrell about how a Joondalup cafe is serving more than coffee to the local community. Plus: Woodside, Chevron hit as cyclone rages; Huppatz named WA health chief; Fuel suppliers get tra…
At Close of Business podcast March 26 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:58
Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss what property developers are doing to make their properties greener. Plus: New penalties for fuel price gouging; Sirona's $70m Fremantle project approved; and Perth Film Studios…
At Close of Business podcast March 25 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:20
Claire Tyrrell talks to Ella Loneragan about how land developers are taking steps to find a balance between high demand and constrained supply. Plus: Govt gives East Perth school final green light; Macmahon secures $440m…