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Business News - WA

Business News
Western Australia
Indigenous Wealth Building
Waste Recycling Sector
Woodside Energy
Rio Tinto
Perth
Qantas
Fortescue
Iron Ore
Emerald Resources
Lixa
Australia
Arbortech
Peteris and Gillian Semitis
Kim Beazley
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Pilbara
Master Builders Association Of WA
Kinetic IT
Landgate

For Almost 30 years, Business News has been a trusted, independent source for quality news and information about commerce, politics and industry in Western Australia. We empower business owners, directors and leaders with critical data, timely insights and valuable connections. Our daily and weekly podcasts are a convenient and timely way to engage with commentary and original reporting from our e... more

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Latest Episodes

Jack McGinn speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about the challenges industrial operators face at the outer fringes of WA's main electric network. Plus: Contract for electric ferries awarded; AEMO projects gas supply to deplete; and RM Capital fined.

Mark Pownall, Tom Zaunmayr and Isabel Vieira discuss Woodside boss Meg O'Neill's move to BP, the biggest mining deals. commercial property transactions and agricultural deals of 2025.

Tom Zaunmayr and Ella Loneragan discuss WA's grains industry. Plus State Government tips $435m into housing; Meg O'Neill resigns; and new CCIWA economist named.

Mark Pownall and Justin Fris discuss WA family business dynasties. Plus: Westgold to divest Mt Henry for $64m; Cambridge revokes developer policy; Perth industrial vacancy remains lowest in nation.

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Recent Guests

Rob Adams
Esteemed urban planner known for transforming Melbourne
Melbourne Urban Planning
Episode: At Close of Business podcast December 9 2025
Denis McLeod
Principal and founder of McLeod's law firm specializing in local government and planning law.
McLeod's Law Firm
Episode: At Close of Business podcast December 4 2025
David Cox
Chief Executive of Curtin Heritage Living, involved in innovative aged care solutions
Curtin Heritage Living
Episode: At Close of Business podcast November 27 2025
Penny Fielding
Chief Executive of Pearl Healthcare, leading a successful home care service
Pearl Healthcare
Episode: At Close of Business podcast November 27 2025
Jo Smith
Director of Circus WA
Circus WA
Episode: At Close of Business podcast November 18 2025
Dale Tilbrook
Traditional owner and expert in the native food scene
Episode: At Close of Business podcast November 17 2025
Scott Fitzgerald
NTEU WA Secretary
NTEU
Episode: At Close of Business podcast October 31 2025
Mike Allen
Incoming CEO at BGC
BGC Australia
Episode: At Close of Business podcast October 17 2025
Kerry Lyon
Melbourne architect, founder of Lyon's Architecture
Lyon's Architecture
Episode: At Close of Business podcast October 14 2025

Hosts

Justin Friss
Host presenting insights on business developments and significant economic happenings in Western Australia.
Mark Pownall
Host known for engaging discussions on major developments in the WA business landscape, providing commentary on current events and industry news.
Ella Loneragan
Co-host who offers updates on key business news and insightful interviews with local figures, focusing on developments affecting the community and economy.
Sam Jones
Co-host offering a tech perspective within discussions and bringing a unique viewpoint to the topics covered in the series.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Interesting if I could hear it properly.

    Interesting local topics but sound quality is bad (too soft) so have limited opportunity to listen to it, ie only when I have no background noise

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fedde66
    Australia7 months ago
  • Sound quality

    Love this podcast, except when I have to turn it off because the sound levels are so terrible and I can’t hear half of it. Come on Business News, get the professionals in and sort out the tech. Treat yourself, you’re worth it!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    bigolmamma
    Australia3 years ago
  • Almost a 5

    We love this Podcast but we can never hear the other presenter (especially when we are listening in the car). It would be a full 5 stars if the sound could be addressed!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    CLKiff
    Australia4 years ago
  • Podcast Addict
    Heyjools
    4 years ago
  • Very informative & interesting podcast. They really need to sort out their sound quality as it lets it down.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Heyjools
    4 years ago

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Many find the conversations engaging and relevant, but some have raised concerns about production quality, particularly around sound issues.
Positive feedback highlights the expertise of the hosts and the quality of guests featured, contributing to a rich understanding of local economic landscapes.
Listeners appreciate the local focus and quick summaries of business news, often noting how the content keeps them informed about regional developments.
There are mixed feelings about political leanings perceived in the discussions; while some appreciate the pro-business approach, others express concerns about the potential neglect of broader community issues.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#212
Australia/Business

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

At Close of Business podcast December 9 2025
Q: What does Rob Adams think of Perth?
Rob remarks that, although Perth is vibrant during the day, it lacks a significant residential population downtown.
At Close of Business podcast December 9 2025
Q: What drew you to the story about Rob Adams?
Ella introduces the segment, noting that Claire spoke with Rob Adams, who shared valuable insights on improving Perth's urban density.
At Close of Business podcast December 1 2025
Q: What are some of the trends that you're observing in Perth's self-storage sector?
There is increasing demand for storage due to smaller home sizes and significant growth in self-storage facilities, with statistics indicating more than 175 facilities currently in Perth.
At Close of Business podcast December 1 2025
Q: Can you tell me a bit about Soto and how it fits into the self-storage world?
Claire Tyrrell introduced Soto as a luxury self-storage development in Osborne Park, well-recognized for its unique offerings within the self-storage sector, catering mainly to affluent clients.
At Close of Business podcast November 25 2025
Q: And Claire, who were some of the developers you spoke to for the story and what did they have to say?
I spoke to FIMBA Group, which dominated sales results, and other developers like Cedar Woods and Celsius, noting the affordability of some apartments compared to the median house price.

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This series of discussions centers around the evolving landscape of business, commerce, and industry in Western Australia, offering insights into the local economy and significant developments. Topics frequently cover the impacts of key players in sectors like mining, energy, and real estate, along with administrative changes and innovative local enterprises. A notable strength of the series lies in its commitment to providing timely updates and expert commentary, featuring interviews with influential figures and professionals, thereby illuminating the challenges and opportunities within the region's marketplace.

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1. Chanticleer
2. The Fin
3. Money of Mine
4. The Money Café with Alan Kohler
5. The Money Puzzle

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Business News launched 12 years ago and published 502 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Business News include:

1. Rob Adams
2. Denis McLeod
3. David Cox
4. Penny Fielding
5. Jo Smith
6. Dale Tilbrook
7. Scott Fitzgerald
8. Mike Allen

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