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State of WA small business: growth amid rising costs and regulatory hurdles
Insights from CCIWA’s Small Business Summit highlight the challenges and reforms needed to support WA small businesses.
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Three founders on building a small business that lasts
Starting a small business takes guts. What will it cost you? What will you stand for when it’s tested? And who will keep it going when...
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New affordable energy plan aims to keep power prices down
The WA Government’s recently-released Plan for Affordable Energy has set out a range of measures aimed at keeping power prices in check for households, businesses and...
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New anti-discrimination laws tabled in WA Parliament
Proposed WA anti-discrimination laws would expand protections and employer obligations. Business Law WA explains what businesses should consider.
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WA defence and aerospace businesses invited to join Avalon 2027 delegation
Western Australian defence, aerospace and space businesses can apply to join a State Government-backed delegation at the largest aerospace and defence trade exposition in the southern...
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Seven big ideas to power up WA in CCIWA’s budget submission
Our 2027-28 Pre-Budget Submission outlines seven big ideas and 62 recommendations to lower business costs, grow industry and strengthen WA’s workforce and regions.
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Western Defence Forge tenants put forward munitions, drones and satellites
WA could produce artillery munitions, assemble missiles and build uncrewed aircraft and satellites under proposals from the first five prospective anchor tenants named for the Western...
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Has trade disruption become business as usual?
WA exporters are adapting to trade disruption by reviewing supply chain risks, maintaining customer relationships and strengthening contracts. Industry experts share practical ways to build resilience.
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Households tighten discretionary spending as cost-of-living hits consumer confidence
Western Australians are cutting back on dining out and socialising as cost-of-living pressures and rising interest rates weigh on confidence.
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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
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
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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