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At Close of Business podcast October 15 2026 Oct 15, 2026 00:12:03 Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo talk about Austal's US arm. Plus: Wittenoom's asbestos updat; CFMEU backs Goh; and mortgage stress in the west.

At Close of Business podcast October 14 2026 Oct 14, 2026 00:12:29 Ella Loneragan and Isabel Vieira discuss the recent property interest and investments in Bullsbrook. Plus: Regis' McPhillamys project update; Banjima, Yindjibarndi sign memorandum; and Dianella Plaza's $35m revamp.

At Close of Business podcast October 13 2026 Oct 13, 2026 00:11:15 Ella Loneragan speaks to Sam Jones about how a partnership has aided a local gender equity organisation a chance to diversify its revenue. Plus: UWA backs merger business case study; Coca-Cola pours $40m into Kewdale plant; Perth rental vacancy drops.

At Close of Business podcast October 12 2026 Oct 12, 2026 00:15:03 Justin Fris speaks to Mark Beyer about Cash Converters' lengthy involvement with all levels of rugby league in Western Australia. Plus: Buti, unis at odds over merger plan; Arafura inks upsized rare earths offtake deal; WA workplace safety under scrutiny.

At Close of Business podcast October 9 2026 Oct 9, 2026 00:17:20 Sam Jones and Ella Loneragan discuss changes to tax and R&D incentives for startups. Plus: Victorian medtech billionaire backs collapsed WA dairy brands; Nicola Forrest shifts $520 million to foundation; and AHA WA chief takes aim at PCEC leaseholders.

Mark My Words October 9 2026 Oct 9, 2026 00:49:32 Mark Pownall is joined by Adrian Rollins, Sam Jones, Claire Tyrrell and Isabel Vieira to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics.

At Close of Business podcast October 8 2026 Oct 8, 2026 00:13:05 Mark Beyer and Justin Fris discuss why WorkSafe fines are increasingly going unpaid. Plus: Fortescue downgrades guidance after China standoff; Westbridge turn sod on $97m Subi apartments; and Mandanici appointed REIWA president.

At Close of Business podcast October 7 2026 Oct 7, 2026 00:14:23 Isabel Vieira speaks to Ella Loneragan about Business News' recent insolvency feature. Plus: Govt alert, not alarmed by Austal ownership uncertainty; WA housing starts up, completions down; Green light for $38m Vic Park hotel.

At Close of Business podcast October 6 2026 Oct 6, 2026 00:12:33 Tom Zaunmayr and Jack McGinn discuss policy changes in Indonesia that have unsettled investors but opened an opportunity for Western Australia. Plus: Land Forces 2026 panel; $1.2 billion wind farm near Merredin; and Perth expat buys Trigg apartment for $6.4 million.

At Close of Business podcast October 5 2026 Oct 5, 2026 00:11:13 Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Jack McGinn about WA-based junior mining companies taking their operations into the US. Plus: Goldfields water supply upgrade starting; $500m West Village finally under construction; Tinley joins North West logistics firm.

At Close of Business podcast October 2 2026 Oct 2, 2026 00:11:44 Isabel Vieira and Ella Loneragan discuss the Motivation Foundation’s next steps in WA. Plus: GST fight continues; Defence’s WA contract slash; and the new 2050 Commission.

Mark My Words October 2 2026 Oct 2, 2026 00:55:32 Mark Pownall is joined by Gary Adshead, Claire Tyrell and Isabel Vieira to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics.

At Close of Business podcast October 1 2026 Oct 1, 2026 00:10:38 Claire Tyrrell and Sam Jones discuss sustainability in building design in the UK and Europe, and how it could apply to WA. Plus: New police powers for Land Forces 2026; Woodside chief wants Fremantle sponsorship to continue; and Watchdog finds serious misconduct over $12m East Pilbara spend.

At Close of Business podcast September 30 2026 Sep 30, 2026 00:10:58 Ella Loneragan speaks to Jack McGinn about the State's charitable sector. Plus: Bombshell report into polluted sites; Brits green light Wheatbelt wind farm; State's surplus hits $4.2b.

At Close of Business podcast September 29 2026 Sep 29, 2026 00:15:26 Tom Zaunmayr and Justin Fris discuss a community at the coalface of the wind turbine debate. Plus: Rates reach 15-year high; State to support restart of Cardup brick kiln; and Crothers wins $48m new primary school contract.

Mark My Words September 25 2026 Sep 25, 2026 00:40:48 Mark Pownall is joined by Gary Adshead, Claire Tyrell and Isabel Vieira to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics. In this edition they look at the Perth city council, biggest builders in WA, Satterley management changes, Equus ownership, Oxford Hotel, Innovaero, state funds Cliff Head and, of course, a brief word about the Dockers.

At Close of Business podcast September 25 2026 Sep 25, 2026 00:17:43 Mark Beyer and Justin Fris discuss the business aspects and benefits behind Saturday's AFL Grand Final between the Fremantle Dockers and Brisbane Lions. Plus: Satterley appoints Ben Rosser, restructures; Higher interest rates needed, say top economists; Freo final to help revive country pub.

At Close of Business podcast September 24 2026 Sep 24, 2026 00:09:31 Mark Beyer speaks to Justin Fris about health fund HIF and its focus on WA. Plus: Unemployment rate statistics; Indigenous pay gap report; and Satterley's Harvey Norman development.

At Close of Business podcast September 23 2026 Sep 23, 2026 00:12:08 Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Justin Fris about how WA's small business sector is navigating a series of challenges. Plus: City council sacks CEO Michelle Reynolds; ACCC blocks IAG-RAC deal, again; $130m Scarborough project approved.

At Close of Business podcast September 22 2026 Sep 22, 2026 00:12:50 Nadia Budihardjo and Sam Jones discuss Perth drone manufacturer Innovaero's ASX debut. Plus: Grand Final windfall revealed; Place Developments buys Oxford Hotel; and Busselton to get new water treatment plant.

At Close of Business podcast September 21 2026 Sep 21, 2026 00:17:09 Jack McGinn speaks to Ella Loneragan about a move to trademark the name of WA sport's biggest rivalry. Plus: Peet bidder Ingenia rejects updated bid; Indigenous company register shut down; Australia's economy to double as growth slows.

At Close of Business podcast September 18 2026 Sep 18, 2026 00:11:08 Gary Adshead and Nadia Budihardjo discuss some ideas that came out of a recent local government convention. Plus: Saffioti on GST; $240m BESS plan; and Fortescue's electric racing.

Mark My Words September 18 2026 Sep 18, 2026 00:58:20 Mark Pownall is joined by Gary Adshead, Jack McGinn, Ella Loneragan and Tom Zaunmayr to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics. This edition looks at local government and state political issues, Perth Mint and the gold sector, the brick shortage, events, a Geraldton refinery plan and immigration restrictions.

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At Close of Business podcast September 16 2026 Sep 16, 2026 00:12:46 Sam Jones speaks to Ella Loneragan about why a collision course is looming over waste laws and long-term radioactive storage. Plus: Fuel crisis powers until 2027; 'Shocked'; Saffioti on brick shortage update; Emerald secures US$400m M&A war chest.

At Close of Business podcast September 15 2026 Sep 15, 2026 00:12:45 Justin Fris speaks to Mark Beyer about the arrival of Perth Glory Football Club's new CEO Ben Leaver. Plus: Unions reject latest BHP Hedland pay offer; Day one for sockless One Nation MP; Beazley says problems at city council are clear.

At Close of Business podcast September 14 2026 Sep 14, 2026 00:11:59 Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Justin Fris about why Indigenous business-based acquisitions are on the rise in WA. Plus: Cutifani leaves Woodside for Northern Star; House brick shortage biting; PolarBlue to exit WA for $1.5b Tasmanian facility.

At Close of Business podcast September 11 2026 Sep 11, 2026 00:12:51 Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Justin Fris about Howard Park Wines’ 40th anniversary. Plus: The Royal Hotel in administration; $40m to sheep industry; and Margaret River Open Studios in 13th year.

Mark My Words September 11 2026 Sep 11, 2026 00:56:00 Mark Pownall is joined by Sam Jones, Tom Zaunmayr, Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics. This episode looks at the defence sector, Pilbara mining deals, gas reservations and Northern Star.

At Close of Business podcast September 10 2026 Sep 10, 2026 00:10:32 Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss strategic moves in Perth's retail spaces. Plus: WA producers could have 'zero' obligations under gas policy; Adminstrators launch Pilot Energy sale; and Old McGowan letter airs Alcoa concern.

At Close of Business podcast September 9 2026 Sep 9, 2026 00:09:57 Claire Tyrrell speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about why WA's retail property sector is benefiting from multiple factors. Plus: WA critical to AUKUS, says UK envoy; Austal USA receives $1.9b counter-takeover bid; Litis sells Queen Street asset.

At Close of Business podcast September 8 2026 Sep 8, 2026 00:12:58 Mark Beyer speaks to Justin Fris about a long-term technology partnership that is considered to be key to Lotterywest’s business. Plus: Rio strikes Ngarlawangga deal; Premier updates on defence bids; and WA providers respond to aged care funding decision.

At Close of Business podcast September 7 2026 Sep 7, 2026 00:11:38 Jack McGinn speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about why inflationary pressure has started to impact the gold sector. Plus: Cook backs Labor to deliver Karnup station; Ryan Stokes takes control of SCA; Ingenia rejects $2b takeover bid.

At Close of Business podcast September 4 2026 Sep 4, 2026 00:08:50 Sam Jones and Justin Fris discuss UON's move from remote mine sites to regional public infrastructure. Plus: WA wealth management firms merge; New WA president at AIA; and Perth shopping centre's $6m upgrade.

Mark My Words September 4 2026 Sep 4, 2026 00:33:21 Isabel Vieira speaks to Claire Tyrrell, Tom Zaunmayr and Sam Jones about the big events of the week in WA business and politics.

At Close of Business podcast September 3 2026 Sep 3, 2026 00:12:33 Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss industry's calls for more expertise philanthropy. Plus: Beacon Minerals project manager sentenced for insider trading; Banks prepare for wave of mortgage issues; and Murdoch University to backpay $5m to staff.

At Close of Business podcast September 1 2026 Sep 1, 2026 00:13:40 Claire Tyrrell speaks to Ella Loneragan about the risks and rewards of private credit within the property sector. Plus: ASIC concludes MinRes, Ellison investigation; Liberal challenge after by-election; Liontown buys into Argentinian project.

At Close of Business Podcast August 31 2026 Aug 31, 2026 00:09:49 Sam Jones and Gary Adshead discuss the task ahead for Small Business Development Corporation commissioner Saj Abdoolakhan. Plus: Hancock hub to take Strike's gas; Bruce Rock to expand factory; and Ex-Eagle denies duty in liquidated company.

At Close of Business podcast August 28 2026 Aug 28, 2026 00:12:32 Nadia Budihardjo and Jack McGinn discuss the trends in paper-based and digital wedding invitations amid increased costs and a rise of AI design software. Plus: MinRes' rates reimbursements; $700m Kwinana Freeway contract; and Oceania's St Georges Terrace asset revamp.

Mark My Words August 28 2026 Aug 28, 2026 00:50:53 Isabel Vieira speaks to Gary Adshead, Claire Tyrrell, Jack McGinn, Sam Jones and Jayde Andrews about the big events of the week in WA business and politics.

At Close of Business Podcast August 27 2026 Aug 27, 2026 00:08:19 Isabel Vieira and Sam Jones discuss a spate of lithium mine restarts and expansions. Plus; Mineral Resources targeting overseas growth; Ocean Beach Hotel developments and shipbuilder Austal's major hiring spree.

At Close of Business Podcast August 26 2026 Aug 26, 2026 00:13:00 Jack McGinn speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about Business News' recent power and energy feature. Plus: Lynas profit surges on record prices; Sale of Rottnest ferry service scrapped; Forrest's $10.5m Cottesloe housing plan approved.

At Close of Business Podcast August 25 2026 Aug 25, 2026 00:10:25 Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Parkerville Children and Youth Care's new Grove School. Plus: Zempilas blames Forrest's stalled Carillon for lack of CBD vibrancy; Woodside scraps renewables target; and Sanderson reveals more Western Power accusations.

At Close of Business Podcast August 24 2026 Aug 24, 2026 00:10:46 Sam Jones speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about why experts have flagged subsea cables as one of Australia's biggest vulnerabilities. Plus: PM insists 'no change to GST deal'; Brownes dairy back on the market; 'Defence to growth': PLS returns to the black.

Mark My Words August 21 2026 Aug 21, 2026 00:43:35 Tom Zaunmayr speaks to Gary Adshead, Claire Tyrell, Jack McGinn and Isabel Vieira about news and politics of the week

At Close of Business Podcast August 21 2026 Aug 21, 2026 00:11:25 Ella Loneragan and Jack McGinn discuss the Royal Australian Air Force Association of WA and its near-100-year history. Plus: Multiplex wins national gong for ECU campus; ADC sells $16.8m office building; and Origin confirm bank details taken in hack.

At Close of Business Podcast August 20 2026 Aug 20, 2026 00:13:43 Jack McGinn and Ella Loneragan discuss the balancing act that’s key to advocacy work. Plus: Drama in WA parliament as MP suspended; Jurys in $55m Pingrup farm sale; and Medallion gets cash to push to production.

At Close of Business Podcast August 19 2026 Aug 19, 2026 00:19:16 Sam Jones speaks to Justin Fris about Business News' recent communications and cyber feature. Plus: Hancock's $850m Belisama gas project approved; Green light for $28m Cockburn shopping centre; WA Health slammed over $1b payments.

At Close of Business Podcast August 18 2026 Aug 18, 2026 00:13:05 Justin Fris speaks to Sam Jones about how WA may miss out on benefits from the federal government's recent uranium export deal with India. Plus: Liberal leaders to talk GST; Unions lambast latest BHP offer to end strikes; BCI to build sulphate pilot plant.

At Close of Business Podcast August 17 2026 Aug 17, 2026 00:12:01 Sam Jones speaks to Justin Fris about how data breaches can cause issues for organisations. Plus: Secret Harbour by-election begins; Develop awards $275m processing plant contract; WA Kaolin tumbles into administration.

At Close of Business Podcast August 14 2026 Aug 14, 2026 00:09:23 Tom Zaunmayr speaks with Nadia Budihardjo about a company looking to branch out into building nuclear-capable professional emergency response teams. Plus: Productivity Commission's GST findings; Equus and Alcoa's deal; and two $11m Cottesloe home sales.

Mark My Words August 14 2026 Aug 14, 2026 00:40:36 Mark Pownall is joined by Isabel Vieira, Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics. In this edition, they discuss Northern Star, Michael Fotios, South West dairies, Laurence Escalante, Post Newspapers, Hesperia, Lend Lease and Shenton Quarter.

At Close of Business podcast August 13 2026 Aug 13, 2026 00:10:37 Ella Loneragan and Nadia Budihardjo discuss new developments at the Blue Room Theatre. Plus: Northern Star board addition; Pentagon's top policy official praises WA; and $94m West Leederville apartments approved.

At Close of Business podcast August 12 2026 Aug 12, 2026 00:10:45 Claire Tyrrell and Nadia Budihardjo discuss the state of the apartment market in Perth. Plus: Strike threat at South32's Worsley; Lancelin rock wall plan; and Hesperia buys Woolworths centre for $268 million.

At Close of Business podcast August 11 2026 Aug 11, 2026 00:10:13 Claire Tyrrell speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about the succession plan at interior design firm MKDC. Plus: RBA holds cash rate; Hanwha launches $1.7 billion Austal USA bid; and Stokes' SGH reveals $993 million investment.

At Close of Business Podcast August 10 2026 Aug 10, 2026 00:10:58 City of Perth update reveals some councillors resist change; BHP, unions back to bargaining table and Lendlease sells half stake in Lakeside Joondalup to Cbus Property in a $1.3 billion deal. Plus, Gary Adshead and Nadia Budihardjo discuss a wide ranging interview with Treasurer Rita Saffioti.

At Close of Business podcast August 7 2026 Aug 7, 2026 00:11:03 Jack McGinn and Nadia Budihardjo discuss gold miner Regis Resources' plans after a thwarted merger with Vault. Plus: MinRes in SAT stoush with Shire; Post Newspapers expand coverage; and Woodside to sell off Calypso stake.

Mark My Words August 7 2026 Aug 7, 2026 00:46:52 Mark Pownall is joined by Gary Adshead, Isabel Vieira, Jack McGinn and Tom Zaunmayr to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics, including the byelection campaign, the under-treasurer’s move, Glencore, Amanda Lacaze, investment banking, Mid West business and Diggers & Dealers.

At Close of Business podcast August 6 2026 Aug 6, 2026 00:10:44 Jack McGinn speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about the recent developments in the state's gold sector. Plus: Broome strike action escalates; Migration law changes; and Satterley buys Busselton project.

At Close of Business podcast August 5 2026 Aug 5, 2026 00:10:45 Isabel Vieira and Tom Zaunmayr discuss recent insolvencies in the retail sector. Plus: WA under treasurer exits; Westgold's $22m investment; and $70m Woodlands centre approved.

At Close of Business podcast August 4 2026 Aug 4, 2026 00:11:39 Claire Tyrrell speaks to Ella Loneragan about developers’ appetite for government land in the western suburbs. Plus: BHP, unions dispute continues; Hawaiian appoints new CEO; and $80m Costco plan approved.

At Close of Business podcast August 3 2026 Aug 3, 2026 00:12:06 Isabel Vieira speaks to Tom Zaunmayr about the next generation of family leadership at historic Perth jewellery house Linneys. Plus: Premier questioned about Secret Harbour; Joe Hockey opens Diggers & Dealers; and $16.6m South Perth development.

At Close of Business Podcast July 31 2026 Jul 31, 2026 00:07:54 Claire Tyrrell and Ella Loneragan discuss Perth's new city architect’s mission to communicate the value of design. Plus; more strike action at BHP’s Port Hedland operation; Fortescue’s iron ore spoils and WA on track for another record crop.

Mark My Words July 31 2026 Jul 31, 2026 00:51:03 Mark Pownall is joined by Business News reporters to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics. In this edition they discuss oil refining, desalination, Northern Star, strike actions, data centres, Golden Sedayu, and the latest in Greg Poland’s defamation action.

At Close of Business podcast July 30 2026 Jul 30, 2026 00:11:28 Justin Fris and Mark Beyer discuss the fact only a handful of the 100 projects submitted through the state’s market-led proposal pathway have succeeded. Plus: Gingin become the latest shire to have a monitor appointed; $350 million agribusiness precinct plan floated; and Perth developer eyes Exmouth Marina play.

At Close of Business podcast July 29 2026 Jul 29, 2026 00:15:34 Ella Loneragan speaks with Claire Tyrrell about how stalled projects and a shortage of accommodation is testing WA's tourism ambitions. Plus: Rio buoyant on copper riches; MinRes beats iron ore, lithium targets; Fence height capped at Goyders' $17m house.

At Close of Business podcast July 28 2026 Jul 28, 2026 00:12:55 Jack McGinn an d Sam Jones discuss calls by a WA skilled migration expert. Plus: Stax liquidators estimate $24m liabilites; New oil refinery would still import crude; and Regis Age Care submit $50m Shenton Park plan.

At Close of Business podcast July 27 2026 Jul 27, 2026 00:11:55 Sam Jones speaks with Jack McGinn about a decision for no full investigation into Qantas' recent data breach. Plus: Yindjibarndi to buy $1.1b desal plant; Delay for $22m Tsunami site project; Pilbara Ports award $37m road contract.

At Close of Business podcast July 24 2026 Jul 24, 2026 00:11:30 Tom Zaunmayr and Sam Jones discuss a Pilbara council's use of a futurist and AI to develop its future plan. Plus: State moves forward with overriding concils on planning; New Perth Glory chief appointed; and $55 million abbattoir expansion approved.

Mark My Words July 24 2026 Jul 24, 2026 00:54:00 Mark Pownall is joined by Gary Adshead, Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics. This week, the discussion includes Pauline Hanson, Labor's industrial court, uranium, Andrew Forrest's tungsten move, Wesfarmers, St Martins redevelopment, Vivien Yap, Greg Poland, Woodside and Aspermont.

At Close of Business podcast July 23 2026 Jul 23, 2026 00:12:42 Tom Zaunmayr speaks with Mark Beyer about DevelopmentWA’s residential land developments in the Pilbara. Plus: Woodside’s Browse revisit; Lancelin’s erosion fight in Perth; and AQWA’s $13m extension.

At Close of Business podcast July 22 2026 Jul 22, 2026 00:09:48 Sam Jones speaks with Isabel Vieira about Business News' recent resources feature. Plus: One Nation energy policies in premier's sights; Panel approves $240m St Martins revamp; Wesfarmers, SQM approve $1.4b Mt Holland lithium expansion.

At Close of Business podcast July 21 2026 Jul 21, 2026 00:13:18 Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss the revamp of multiple heritage properties in Fremantle. Plus: Pauline didn't know about candidate's drug history; Indigenous airline launched; and Nedlands finds new chief.

At Close of Business podcast July 20 2026 Jul 20, 2026 00:09:10 Mark Beyer speaks with Tom Zaunmayr about why ASX-listed contractors have undertaken a flurry of acquisitions over the past year. Plus: Forrest buys $190m stake in tungsten producer; Fenix gains new mine approval; Lilleyman, Norwell join Zenith Energy board.

At Close of Business podcast July 17 2026 Jul 17, 2026 00:12:29 Ella Loneragan speaks to Claire Tyrrell about the McGovern Foundation, a charity established by former West Coast Eagles defender Jeremy McGovern and his dad Andrew. Plus: Fortescue confident on green power plan; Union strikes at BHP Port Hedland hub; and Lester Group in $50m industrial sell-off.

Mark My Words July 17 2026 Jul 17, 2026 00:56:38 This week Mark Pownall is joined by Sean Cowan, Jack McGinn, Isabel Vieira, Sam Jones and Claire Tyrrell to talk about the big events of the week in WA business and politics - including Vault Minerals, transition challenges, lithium and rare earths, Betts and Stax, IR disputes, Bill Gates' interest in NW data centres, Gloucester Park and more.

At Close of Business podcast July 16 2026 Jul 16, 2026 00:12:16 Jack McGinn and Isabel Vieira discuss the mining companies leading the renewables push in the Goldfields. Plus: Woodside claim more people involved in gas stunt; Hesperia's Kewdale logistics hub approved; and BHP workers strike at Port Hedland.

At Close of Business podcast July 15 2026 Jul 15, 2026 00:11:21 Sam Jones and Isabel Vieira discuss the bi-annual corporate finance feature. Plus; Diesel prices hit Rio's costs; Zempilas confirms One Nations preferences; and Albanese to lead Australia's AI response.

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