The potential closure of the Tomago aluminium smelter threatens thousands of jobs and could send shockwaves through Australia's manufacturing sector, with industry experts warning of catastrophic consequences.
Western Australia's resources sector sounds alarm over skyrocketing electricity costs, warning of job losses and calling for urgent government intervention to protect the state's economic backbone.
Mining giant BHP announces sweeping cuts to its Pilbara iron ore operations, putting approximately 720 jobs at risk in Western Australia's crucial resources sector.