Subs decision politically radioactive
Government and industry are headed for a collision over waste laws and long-term radioactive storage.
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WA bucks national decline in trades training
The number of trade apprentices and trainees in WA has grown in the past four years, bucking a national decline over the same period.
WA risks missing out on decarbonising boom: Chaney
WA risks missing out on major clean energy investments without greater federal government investment, independent WA MP Kate Chaney has warned.
Inspector to hold three month, $120,000 inquiry into city council
UPDATE: The City of Perth is under investigation for the second time in eight years, after Local Government Inspector Tony Brown said dysfunction and poor governance within the council remains...
Govt dodges talk of further fuel excise relief
The federal government has skirted the idea of another round of fuel excise cuts, instead highlighting the support to households from existing living cost measures.
WA producers want assurances on gas reservation separation
WA producers, consumers want federal assurance on state's separate status under the national gas reservation plan.
WA sheep industry gets $40m federal funding
The state's sheep industry has received $40 million in federal government funding, with a quarter of the grants pool awarded to abattoirs.
Opinion: Getting local government back on track
OPINION: WA seems determined to plant a flag as the state of shambles when it comes to local government performance.
Rinehart factors in Hastie decision not to sue over 'traitor' video
Prominent WA Liberal MP Andrew Hastie has declined to take legal action against One Nation leader Pauline Hanson over a video which describes him as a traitor, citing mining magnate...
Migration obsession puts economy at risk, employers warn
Employers have urged a complete re-set of the migration debate, warning of a crippling shortage of skilled workers across the economy.
