American West Metals Boosts Canadian Copper Resource

American West Metals has significantly upgraded the resource at its Storm copper project in Nunavut, Canada, increasing contained copper by over 20% and boosting silver ounces by 36% ahead of a pre-feasibility study.

Taxpayers Fund Collie Coal Mine Extension to 2031

Western Australian taxpayers will continue subsidising the Collie coal mine until at least 2031, with Premier Roger Cook defending the five-year extension as necessary for energy security during the transition.

Mossman Gains 2000ML Water License for Security

The Mossman region in Far North Queensland has received a significant water security boost with a new 2000-megalitre license, enhancing supply for agriculture and community needs.

Top Suburb Hotspots to Watch in 2026

Canberra's housing market is set for a record-breaking 2026, with suburbs like Griffith, Barton, Yass, and Moruya emerging as hotspots for buyers seeking value, quality, and lifestyle.

ASM Shares Double on $450M US Takeover Offer

Australian Strategic Materials' shares surged 115% after accepting a $450 million takeover from US uranium giant Energy Fuels, creating a major rare earths producer to challenge China's dominance.

Test Team's Four-Day Success: A Model for Workplaces

Drawing inspiration from the Australian men's cricket team, this opinion piece argues for a four-day work week, citing benefits like increased productivity, employee wellbeing, and historical precedent.

Perth Property Market Sees Early 2026 Deals

Perth's commercial property market starts 2026 strongly with major transactions including Wanneroo Markets, a hostel, and a former Bunnings site, attracting interstate and international investors.

UWA's The Tav Renovated, Grows with Clientele

The Tav at the University of Western Australia has completed a massive renovation, evolving to reflect the mature tastes of its long-standing clientele while preserving its iconic campus legacy.

Business Group Backs Cessnock Train Revival

Business Hunter supports a state government study to reintroduce passenger rail services between Cessnock and Maitland, citing population growth and existing infrastructure.

Council and Iris Clash Over East End Conditions

Newcastle council and developer Iris Capital are in a legal dispute over public domain and design requirements for the final stages of the East End project, with both sides accusing each other of unreasonable demands.

Geelong Agency Denies Hiding House Suicide from Buyers

A Geelong real estate agency has firmly rejected allegations that it failed to disclose a suicide at a Newtown property to emergency services and potential buyers, sparking a debate over transparency in property sales.

Education Vital for Small Business Success in Peel

The Peel Chamber of Commerce identifies education, strategic planning and local engagement as crucial factors for small business success in 2026, based on recent regional survey findings.

January Back-to-Work Blues Hit Australians in 2026

Australian workers are experiencing heightened January back-to-work blues in 2026, with experts citing post-holiday stress and economic pressures as key factors affecting workplace morale and productivity.

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