AUKUS labour shortage warning threatens WA defence ambitions
WA industry groups sound alarm over skills shortages jeopardising AUKUS and energy projects, as a retired UK Admiral predicts program failure. Can the state deliver?
WA industry groups sound alarm over skills shortages jeopardising AUKUS and energy projects, as a retired UK Admiral predicts program failure. Can the state deliver?
Donald Trump's military removal of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro forces uncomfortable choices on principles, international law, and the global drug trade. Analysis for an Australian audience.
Former defence intelligence officer Professor Clive Williams outlines the ten key security and defence trends that could impact Australia in 2026, from great power rivalry to climate change.
Wollongong activists condemn US invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of President Maduro, labelling it a war crime. They demand Australia withdraw from AUKUS and scrap plans for a Port Kembla nuclear submarine base.
Estrella Resources appoints Robert Mencel as CEO to advance limestone and manganese projects in Timor-Leste, marking a key shift from explorer to developer. Read more.
Australia has quietly transferred a non-refundable $1.5 billion to the United States as an AUKUS down payment. Explore the details and strategic implications of this major defence investment.
The Pentagon's review has endorsed the AUKUS pact, removing a key uncertainty for Australia. This strategic move comes as regional volatility, including China's assertiveness and India's Russia ties, intensifies.
SA Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia resigns unexpectedly as the US endorses the AUKUS deal. Plus, a deadly parasite threatens River Murray bees and the Ashes Test begins.
Vice Admiral Jonathan Earley takes command of Australia's submarine force, overseeing the transition to nuclear-powered vessels. Read about his vision for the future of Australian naval defence.
Gold Valley plans to convert the $6 billion Ridley iron ore project into a major vanadium, titanium, and magnetite operation, reshaping the Pilbara's mining future. Read the full details.
The Australian Defence Department has confirmed US submarines visiting Western Australia could be armed with nuclear weapons, sparking debate over transparency and treaty obligations. Read the full story.
WA's opposition has backed a government bill to fast-track major project approvals, but critics warn it could create new bottlenecks and sideline environmental concerns. Read the full analysis.
Reach Resources has secured a mining lease for its Jacamar gold prospect in WA's Murchison region, boosting its project inventory to 67,100 ounces. Read more on the strategic expansion.
Critica Limited has successfully produced a second high-grade mixed rare earths product from its Jupiter project in WA, reinforcing its potential as a major non-China supply source. Discover the strategic implications for the global market.
Uranium developer Deep Yellow names Rio Tinto's Greg Field as new MD, following investor unrest over John Borshoff's departure. Read the full story.
Uranium miner Deep Yellow names ex-Rio Tinto MD Greg Field as CEO, replacing John Borshoff after investor unrest. Field to focus on Tumas and Mulga Rock projects. Read more.
Acting PM Richard Marles announces a new Defence Delivery Agency to manage major projects and curb cost blowouts, but declines to rule out future redundancies. Read the details of the major restructure.
Viridis Mining and Minerals is set to secure its Preliminary Licence for the Colossus rare earths project in Brazil on 19 December, marking a key step for one of the West's largest deposits. Read the latest on this strategic development.
Zenith Minerals confirms significant gold intercepts at its Consolidated Dulcie project, targeting a major resource boost in WA's prolific Southern Cross–Forrestania belt. Read the full story.
The WA Planning Commission is poised to reject the controversial $278 million Warwick Quarter apartment development in Perth. Read the full details on the decision and its implications.
Greatland Resources, backed by Andrew Forrest, advocates for a single EPA following a $1.7 billion Havieron plan surge. Read the full analysis of this major mining development.
The Albanese government launches Australia's largest defence restructure in decades, creating a new agency to manage major projects and prevent budget blowouts.
After nearly six years, buyers in Narrabundah will finally get their townhouses. Madison Construction aims for March move-ins after project's troubled past. Read the full story.
Barnaby Joyce's resignation timing raises questions about political self-interest while readers debate Indigenous justice, renewable energy costs, and international affairs in Canberra Times letters.
The final stage of Geelong's $300 million Balmoral Quay development gets green light after planning minister intervention. Project to create 400 jobs and transform waterfront.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson announces the airline's largest-ever fleet renewal and a push for a homegrown sustainable aviation fuel industry, promising 13,000+ jobs for Australia.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson announces the airline's largest-ever fleet renewal and pushes for a homegrown sustainable aviation fuel industry, promising 13,000+ jobs for Australia.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson announces the largest fleet renewal in its history and a push for a homegrown sustainable aviation fuel industry, set to create over 13,000 jobs for Australia.
Corazon Mining secures key tenements for its Two Pools gold project in WA's Gascoyne, launching diamond drilling in early 2026 to verify high-grade historical hits near the Plutonic mill.
European Metals Holdings rockets 150% after securing $645 million EU grant for Cinovec lithium project. Discover how this transforms Europe's battery supply chain and other ASX winners.