Western Australian Business, Finance, Political, & Economic news

Migration deal for Rinehart's new mine
The Roy Hill iron ore project will be able to bring up to 1715 overseas workers into Australia during its three-year construction phase under a new immigration program announced today.
Alcock wants Kennett-style reform
Leading home builder Dale Alcock has called for more reform of the building approvals system, saying recent changes to allow private certification had failed.
Union furious over foreign labour plan
Union leaders have lashed out at a federal government skilled migration plan that will allow mining magnate Gina Rinehart to bring in 1700 foreign workers, saying it is a kick in the guts for Australian employees.
Emeco forecast profit lift
Earthmoving equipment supplier Emeco has forecast full year profit growth of up to 41 per cent due to strong demand in Australia, Canada in Indonesia.
ThinkSmart takes a hit
Online finance specialist ThinkSmart has taken a battering from shareholders on two fronts, with a sharp slump in its share price yesterday following a profit warning and a large protest vote against its long-term incentive scheme.