Mark My Words May 29 2026

Mark My Words May 29 2026

Author: Business News May 29, 2026 Duration: 33:09
Mark Pownall is joined by Sean Cowan, Sam Jones, and Claire Tyrrell to discuss leadership, emissions, tax concerns in the mining lobby; defence developments; start-up news; and major property deals.

For nearly three decades, the team behind Business News-WA has built a reputation for independent, grounded reporting on the forces shaping Western Australia. This isn't about distant global markets; it's a focused lens on local commerce, the intersection of industry and politics, and the people driving decisions right here. That same editorial rigor and deep connection to the state's economy translate directly into the audio format. Each episode of this podcast draws from original reporting and expert commentary to unpack complex developments into clear, actionable insights. Whether it's a daily briefing or a deeper weekly analysis, the conversation is designed for business owners, directors, and leaders who need more than just headlines. You'll hear timely discussions on policy changes, sector trends, and critical data, all with the nuance that comes from decades of trusted journalism. Tuning in offers a convenient way to stay informed with perspective you can use, turning news about Western Australian business into a tool for planning and growth. It’s a direct line to the stories that matter, delivered with the authority and context that has long defined the Business News name.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Business News - WA
Podcast Episodes
At Close of Business podcast March 11 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:35
Nadia Budihardjo speaks with Jack McGinn on Jera’s plan for Australian LNG amid global uncertainty in the oil and gas market. And the latest on WA's fuel availability, a $48.5m Dianella sale and Kwinana's container port…
At Close of Business podcast March 10 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:39
Jack McGinn and Tom Zaunmayr discuss how an innovative building practice could solve housing issues in the Pilbara. Plus: Reynolds, Commonwealth head to mediation; Regions struggle to fill fuel orders; and Littleproud re…
At Close of Business podcast March 9 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:36
Justin Fris speaks with Mark Pownall about Ben Morton's role as chair of the Perth Bears. Plus: Rox secures $350m Youanmi finance; Santos, Beach back Cooper Basin upgrade; 440mW solar farm build begins.
At Close of Business podcast March 6 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:34
Mark Pownall speaks to Justin Fris about Perth podiatrist Paul Griffin and his sustainable footwear business. Plus: Chevron and Horizon deal; State govt's coal energy deadline; and Sculpture by the Sea returns to Cottesl…
Mark My Words March 6 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:09
Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss the Middle East conflict, local business acquisitions, new hotels, Perdaman's energy developments, Rio Tinto's desalination plant, and a St Georges Terrace brewery
At Close of Business podcast March 5 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:50
Jack McGinn speaks to Tom Zaunmayr about the planned return of an historic WA mine. Plus: Bid to triple hydrogen facility passed; Exmouth hotel approved; and Screenwest's new chair.
At Close of Business podcast March 4 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:48
Ella Loneragan talks to Nadia Budihardjo about why WA home care providers are working hard to adjust to market changes. Plus: State to co-fund Rio desal plant; Vale Dennis Cometti; Genus makes $55m rail acquisition.
At Close of Business March 3 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:10
Nadia Budihardjo and Ella Loneragan discuss the future of WAAPA in the new ECU campus. Plus; Osborne Park Hospital starts works; monitor appointed to trouble-plagued council; and MinRes claims Pilbara Ports is acting 'im…
At Close of Business podcast February 27 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:54
Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones talk about an education panel that highlighted support for students in early schooling years. Plus: Fortescue's Pilbara wind farm; Perdaman buys Amanda Energy; and WA's GST fight.
Mark My Words February 27 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:39
Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Sussan Ley's exit, Wittenoom legal case, Fortescue's wind farms Laurence Escalante, and apartments in Mount Hawthorn.