Mark My Words May 1 2026

Mark My Words May 1 2026

Author: Business News May 1, 2026 Duration: 40:31
Mark Pownall, Tom Zaunmayr and Claire Tyrrell discuss the big events of the week in WA business and politics, spanning gas tax speculation, renewable energy, lithium’s contradictions, Perth house prices, and more.

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Business News - WA
Podcast Episodes
At Close of Business podcast May 6 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:19
Ella Loneragan talks to Nadia Budihardjo about Business News' recent distilleries feature. Plus: New funding pool for housing; Scope Systems in cyber incident; Bluescope puts NeoSmelt to EPA.
At Close of Business podcast May 5 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:11
Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss the growth of Perth's large format retail sector. Plus: Cash rate rebounds to pandemic levels; Wesfarmers, Built Living enter JV; and Hancock reveals $850m gas plant.
At Close of Business podcast May 4 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:25
Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss WA diving-turned-robotics company Dredge Robotics. Plus: State moves toend no-grounds evictions; $40m Bunnings for Dalyellup; and Red Gully flag Gingin battery system.
At Close of Business podcast May 1 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:45
Claire Tyrrell speaks with Ella Loneragan about a charity preparing to open WA’s first school for traumatised youth. Plus: Perth’s home values; Woodside’s new boss; and Sirona’s $508m project.
At Close of Business podcast April 30 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:36
Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss a Wall Street executive's move to buy an iconic Fremantle site. Plus: City of Perth complaints pile-up; WA's rents continue to rocket; and a warning on Australia's green iron amb…
At Close of Business podcast April 29 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:51
Tom Zaunmayr talks to Justin Fris about Business News' recent business of sport feature. Plus: Prime minister needs a 'dance partner'; Diesel divides goldies in Q3; Panel approves $22m Woolies build.
At Close of Business podcast April 28 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:45
Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss how some gold producers are using nickel infrastructure. Plus: Cook floats 'seven cities' plan; Gas giants rally against proposed tax; and Singaporean trust buys Hedland property.
Mark My Words April 24 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:31
Mark Pownall, Jack McGinn, Tom Zaunmayr and Claire Tyrrell discuss Woodside's AGM, BHP-China impasse ending, exploration costs reprieve, Fortescue's green power play and more.
At Close of Business podcast April 24 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:15
Jack McGinn speaks with Nadia Budihardjo about a recent court ruling and what that means for freedom of information requests. And the latest on the gas tax parliamentary inquiry, Fortescue’s $950m green energy project an…
At Close of Business podcast April 23 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:48
Mark Beyer speaks with Nadia Budihardjo about rare commercial success for medical researchers in WA from royalties over locally produced drugs. Plus: Update on fuel security; Woodside AGM; and Hancock's $200m donation to…