CCIWA

Housing lending continues to climb

In a sign that demand for housing remains strong, housing lending continued to push higher over March.

State Budget ‘all glitter and no gold’ for WA businesses

The 2024-25 State Budget is a missed opportunity for payroll tax reform at a time when WA businesses are struggling with rising costs, says CCIWA Chief Economist Aaron Morey. 

Budget “all glitter and no gold” for WA businesses

Western Australia’s economy remains in a strong position but businesses have been left disappointed, with the budget failing to address the heaviest payroll tax burden in...

Payroll tax reform and skills top state budget wish-list from WA businesses

CCIWA has urged the Cook government to deliver much-needed payroll tax relief to businesses, boost the state’s defence industry and address the housing crisis in this...

$10m RED grants round opens

Regional businesses have an opportunity to share in $10 million of funding with the release of the seventh round of the State Government’s Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program. 

Rio Tinto supporting WA communities and businesses to thrive 

Rio Tinto has revealed the extent of its impact on the WA business community with the release of its inaugural report ‘Our Contribution to Western Australia’. 

WA-USA trade alliance drives growth for businesses

The WA-USA bilateral trade relationship transcends decades and has entered a new era driven by global demand to decarbonise. 

Inflation falling but not as much as hoped

Nationally, the consumer price index recorded a 1% rise over the March quarter, bringing inflation to 3.6% over the year to March.

CCIWA expands efforts to build WA’s skills base

CCIWA will expand its efforts to build WA’s skills base with the Federal Government announcement today that is has secured a new contract to deliver Australian Apprenticeship Support Services. 

WA Investments on show at global UAE congress

WA investment opportunities will be showcased at one the world’s largest investment events, AIM Congress, on May 7-9 in the United Arab Emirates.