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Confidence steady in regions but cost and labour concerns persist
High costs and labour shortages are continuing to challenge businesses in regional Western Australia, despite modest improvements to conditions to start 2025. CCIWA’s Regional Pulse...
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How the US tariffs will impact WA businesses
WA businesses are facing a new wave of uncertainty after the United States imposed sweeping tariffs on global imports.
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WA job vacancies edge up; dwelling approvals at near four-year high
WA's job vacancies and building approvals have both ticked up, according to data released today and Wednesday. CCIWA Senior Economist Sam Collins explains.
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Federal Election priorities: supporting business growth, jobs, and economic stability
With the Federal Election campaign in full swing, CCIWA is advocating for polices that support businesses, create jobs and grow the economy.
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Further consultation on Nature Positive laws welcome
CCIWA has acknowledged the Prime Minister’s commitment to further consultation on the Nature Positive reforms and stands ready to work constructively to reach a commonsense...
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Departmental shake-up puts spotlight on economic diversification
CCIWA has welcomed the restructuring of Western Australia’s government departments. The changes, announced by Premier Roger Cook, will see the creation of new departments and...
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Critical role of gas, Secure Jobs Better Pay Act lead policy agenda
The vitality of gas for WA and a review of the Secure Jobs Better Pay Act were key areas of focus for CCIWA's Policy &...
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Sobering figures in pre-election budget highlight Australia’s next big challenges
Cost-of-living measures and modest support for business were the hallmarks of the 2025-26 federal budget, which highlighted some sobering insights for the nation’s finances ahead...
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Business confidence in WA bounces back to a three-year high
Business confidence in Western Australia has rebounded to its highest level in more than three years, as concerns about skills shortages eased and cost increases...
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Sobering Federal Budget highlights Australia’s next big challenges
Cost-of-living measures and modest support for business were the hallmarks of the 2025-26 Federal Budget, which highlighted some sobering insights for the nation's finances ahead...
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Luxury travellers drive WA tourism boom
WA’s visitor economy has surged 35% from 2019 (pre-COVID) figures – driven in part by a boom in luxury travel. Crown Perth says this marks...
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Business confidence in WA bounces back to a three-year high
Business confidence in Western Australia has rebounded to its highest level in more than three years, as concerns about skills shortages eased and cost increases...
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