Diverse economic heavy lifting the next step in COVID-19 recovery
The COVID-19 pandemic will remain with us for some time but the heavy lifting on economic recovery has well and truly started.
Treasurer announces deficits and debt but says Australia will ‘climb the mountain’
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has laid bare the COVID-19-related debt Australia will carry beyond the next two years but says the country is still in a far stronger position than most around the world.
WA Liberals unveil mid-year Shadow Cabinet shake-up
Three former guests on Cannings Purple's The Bench were among the big movers as the WA Liberals moved closer to the team they will take to the 2021 State Election.
Why I owe my career to flexible working arrangements
Renee Wilkinson says flexible work arrangements have been in place for so long at Cannings Purple that she can't imagine working any other way.
Why an ongoing National Cabinet is vital to our country
The announcement of a permanent continuation of National Cabinet is more than a positive flow-on effect of Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why energy is central to WA’s COVID-19 recovery
Energy expert Richard Harris looks at one potentially vital relief policy that still lies untouched in our State.
COVID-19: planning to engage as part of the recovery
Negotiating the COVID-19 pandemic is currently a major focus for the WA Government. The good news for business is there will soon be opportunities to be involved in the recovery. Staff in Ministerial offices have spent recent weeks keeping pace with daily decisions to implement the Government’s response to the pandemic. But as the curve continues to flatten the Government has an eye to the future and is keen to hear about projects that will inject valuable income and jobs into our communities as part of the recovery from COVID-19. Treasurer Ben Wyatt has made it clear that initiatives to boost the
Future-proofing our power system in a COVID-19 world
Dramatic changes to the way we work offer an opportunity to reposition our power system for the future.
COVID-19: the economic road ahead – how do we recover?
The Prime Minister is right in saying that we need to find new ways of growing our economy once the pandemic is over. So how do we do it?
New guideline for greenhouse gas emissions as good as you can get
The WA Environmental Protection Authority’s (EPA) guideline for greenhouse gas emissions is the document many have been waiting for.
COVID-19: the WA Government’s $1 billion response
Impacted households, small businesses and community groups will all be eligible for assistance under the latest State Government assistance measures.
COVID-19: breaking down the new wage subsidy
The Federal Government says the new subsidy is more generous than that offered in New Zealand and more inclusive than its UK counterpart.
The Bench: Liza Harvey
It’s going to be a big next 12 months for Liza Harvey MLA, as the Opposition Leader and the WA Liberals gear up for a State Election to be held in mid-March 2021.
Jenn Morris joins Cannings Purple
We’re excited to announce the addition of accomplished business leader Jenn Morris OAM to the Cannings Purple team.
A new-look ministry – who’s who in the Nationals reshuffle
The resignations of Bridget McKenzie and Matt Canavan from the ministry have triggered a reshuffle of Scott Morrison's Cabinet.
Paul Vogel to chair leading marine research organisation
The new role is the latest acknowledgment of Paul’s long-standing commitment to the Australian environment.
Our experts predict the biggest trends of 2020
Cannings Purple experts take a look into the crystal ball and forecast the trends they expect to see emerging in months to come.
Full dance card for Treasurer trying to stimulate WA economy
Jobs, jobs and diversification of WA's economy and revenue bases - those are the biggest items on Ben Wyatt's plate right now.
Incoming BHP boss likens WA to Silicon Valley
Mike Henry says the State has to continue to be a hub of innovation and collaboration.
‘Come to WA’, McGowan tells big miners, tech companies
WA Premier Mark McGowan has addressed the Resources Technology Showcase in Perth, telling the crowd the State was the "best mining jurisdiction in the world."
Topical talks at the Perth Resources Technology Showcase
From BHP's new boss to robots galore, Peter Klinger takes a look at the Resources Technology Showcase ahead of its start in Perth.
WA to become rare earths world leader with Federal pledge
As demand continues to grow for critical minerals, WA is in the box seat to take advantage of some unique opportunities.
The how-to-guide for a successful Canberra lobbying trip
A trip to Canberra to engage with politicians can be a daunting prospect - so we've broken down the process of finding success in the nation's capital.
‘Nowhere in the world is as important as WA in this space’
If anybody needed an additional reminder of WA’s place in the new energy and battery materials pecking order, then it came this week.
Cannings Purple up for global PR award
The winners of the global SABRE Awards will be announced in Washington next month.
Tackling the cultural divide is a key to Asian economic success
A largely intangible part of the WA Government's new Asian Engagement Strategy may prove to be the key to its success.
WA Government promises to work with industry to achieve zero emissions target
The new policy pledges to work with all sectors of the WA economy as it strives to achieve the net zero target by 2050.
More than 25 years on, environment still inspires Dr Paul Vogel
The common theme through Dr Paul Vogel's career has been a love for the landscape of Australia as a whole – and WA’s natural surrounds in particular.
All that glistens is not gold in Kalgoorlie-Boulder
The record gold price should be a huge boost for Kalgoorlie-Boulder - but a visit to the capital of our Goldfields reveals a town approaching a turning point.
Mining industry shouldn’t apologise: John Howard
The appearance of former Prime Minister John Howard meant Diggers & Dealers started on an unusually political note.