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Cost pressures hit five-year high as business confidence improves
01 October, 2026
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Cost pressures hit five-year high as business confidence improves
Western Australian business confidence has shown signs of recovery, but businesses continue to face mounting cost pressures, skills shortages and regulatory challenges.
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WA-Vietnam trade mission builds business connections
01 October, 2026
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WA-Vietnam trade mission builds business connections
CCIWA joined WA’s Vietnam trade mission to explore opportunities in energy, agriculture and education, and help exporters understand the market firsthand.
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The Big Picture: GST fight, AI use in workplace claims, housing shortage and economic engagement
30 September, 2026
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The Big Picture: GST fight, AI use in workplace claims, housing shortage and economic engagement
CCIWA’s quarterly update covers the fight to protect WA’s GST deal, housing reform, AI in workplace claims and economic insights shaping business decisions.
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Let shops trade when they want: CCIWA
24 September, 2026
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Let shops trade when they want: CCIWA
CCIWA backs proposed changes to WA retail trading hours that would let Perth shops open from 8am on Sundays, giving retailers and shoppers greater choice.
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CCIWA fights for WA GST deal at Productivity Commission hearing
18 September, 2026
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CCIWA fights for WA GST deal at Productivity Commission hearing
CCIWA has urged the Productivity Commission to protect WA’s GST deal, warning proposed reforms could strip up to $6 billion a year from the State’s economy.
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Major migration cuts would ‘severely’ hurt WA’s economy
15 September, 2026
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Major migration cuts would ‘severely’ hurt WA’s economy
Major migration cuts would worsen WA’s skills shortage and threaten key industries, essential services and international education, CCIWA warns.
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Universities shift focus to skills, industry and workforce needs
27 August, 2026
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Universities shift focus to skills, industry and workforce needs
WA’s international education sector is shifting towards quality, skills and workforce outcomes as universities strengthen industry partnerships and respond to changing student demand.
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Henderson Defence Precinct plan delivers certainty for WA industry
26 August, 2026
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Henderson Defence Precinct plan delivers certainty for WA industry
New Henderson Defence Precinct plans confirm non-defence businesses will retain access as AUKUS work ramps up, providing greater certainty for WA industry.
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Albanese promises ‘no change’ to WA’s GST deal
24 August, 2026
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Albanese promises ‘no change’ to WA’s GST deal
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has promised no change to WA’s GST deal, but CCIWA says the campaign to protect the State’s GST share must continue.
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Keep your promise: WA’s GST fight is far from over
14 August, 2026
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Keep your promise: WA’s GST fight is far from over
Western Australia’s fight to protect its GST deal has been dealt a major blow, with a national Productivity Commission report recommending changes that would slash billions...
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Stop the Hit on Small Biz: call to scrap discretionary trust tax hike
12 August, 2026
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Stop the Hit on Small Biz: call to scrap discretionary trust tax hike
ACCI is calling on the Federal Government to scrap its proposed 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts, warning small and family businesses would be hit hardest.
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WA must export expertise not just resources, Coleman says
07 August, 2026
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WA must export expertise not just resources, Coleman says
WA should expand its exports beyond resources and capitalise on its expertise in energy and project delivery to meet growing demand across Asia, Peter Coleman says.
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