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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Isabel Vieira speaks to Claire Tyrrell, Tom Zaunmayr and Sam Jones about the big events of the week in WA business and politics.

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.

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.

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.