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$1.1 Billion Investment to Strengthen WA Supply Chains and Productivity
April 30, 2026
Western Australia is set to benefit from a $1.1 billion Federal investment aimed at strengthening supply chains, boosting productivity, and supporting long-term economic growth. The funding will target key freight and transport infrastructure, improving connections between ports, roads, and regional networks that underpin WA’s mining, construction, and export sectors. This investment will drive significant construction and infrastructure activity, supporting jobs across civil, engineering, and logistics sectors throughout both metropolitan and regional WA. The pipeline of works is expected to create employment opportunities from planning through to delivery, while strengthening local industry capability. A key focus is improving supply chain resilience …
$339.9M Investment to Drive Safer Roads and Infrastructure Growth Across WA
April 24, 2026
The Cook Labor Government has committed a further $339.9 million to improve road safety across Western Australia, targeting high-risk routes and reducing fatalities across both metropolitan and regional networks. A key component of the funding includes $80 million for the Regional Road Safety Program, expanding upgrades across local government roads. Works will focus on proven safety treatments such as shoulder sealing, audible edge lines and enhanced road markings—critical improvements that significantly reduce crash severity, particularly in regional areas. Beyond the safety benefits, this investment represents a substantial boost for WA’s civil construction and infrastructure sector. The scale and consistency of …
From Precincts to Power: WA’s $500M Push to Fast-Track Industry and Jobs
April 16, 2026
The Cook Government has announced plans to fast-track key industrial precincts and major projects across Western Australia, unlocking significant investment and job creation opportunities. Backed by a $500 million Strategic Industries Fund, the initiative will accelerate the development of Strategic Industrial Areas (SIAs), including Oakajee Strategic Industrial Area and Kwinana Industrial Area, enabling critical infrastructure such as roads, power, and serviced land to be delivered sooner. This is set to attract billions in private investment across clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and critical minerals. Key projects already forming part of this pipeline include the 470MW Parron Maam Marang Wind Farm, 130MW …
Australia’s $318 Billion Pipeline Driving Construction Momentum
April 8, 2026
Australia’s construction sector remains strong, with total activity reaching approximately $318 billion in 2025, highlighting a near-record pipeline of work nationwide. According to a March 2026 market update, project approvals and commencements are continuing to accelerate into 2026, particularly in key states such as Western Australia, Queensland and South Australia. This sustained momentum is being driven by major investment across energy, infrastructure, commercial developments and residential projects, reinforcing long-term confidence in the industry. Strong demand across these sectors is helping maintain a consistent flow of work and supporting ongoing project delivery. While cost pressures and labour demand are increasing, this …
$148.8M Mandurah Bridge Project Delivers Jobs and Long-Term Growth
March 31, 2026
The completion of the $148.8 million Mandurah Estuary Bridge Duplication marks a major win for Western Australia’s infrastructure pipeline, jointly funded by the Australian Government ($68M) and WA Government ($80.8M). During construction, the project supported around 500 local jobs, driving strong demand across engineering, construction, and supply chains, while also exceeding Aboriginal employment and business participation targets. Now complete, the duplication removes a key congestion bottleneck for 33,000+ daily vehicle movements, improving travel times, freight efficiency, and connectivity across the Peel region. These upgrades are already delivering economic benefits – supporting local businesses, tourism, and population growth, while positioning the …
Western Australia Tourism Soars to Record $19.2 Billion, Powering Economy and Jobs
March 23, 2026
Western Australia’s tourism sector has reached a major milestone, with visitor spending surging to a record $19.2 billion in 2025, highlighting the State’s growing appeal as a world-class destination and a key driver of economic growth. The result marks another step forward in WA’s tourism resurgence, building on previous records and reinforcing the State’s strong recovery and expansion post-pandemic. In just a few years, visitor spending has climbed significantly from $14 billion in 2022 to new record highs, demonstrating sustained momentum across both domestic and international markets. This surge isn’t just about more visitors; it’s about the scale of investment …
$3.8 Billion Burswood Point & Anantara Hotel Investment Boosts WA Economy
February 27, 2026
The $3.8 billion Burswood Point development – including the proposed five-star Anantara Hotel represents one of the largest private investments in Perth’s urban regeneration history. The multi-billion-dollar precinct is forecast to inject more than $10 billion into the Western Australian economy across construction and long-term operation. The scale of development will support thousands of jobs, driving activity across engineering, trades, consultants, suppliers, hospitality and tourism sectors. During construction, significant capital expenditure will flow through local contractors and supply chains. Once operational, the luxury Anantara Hotel will strengthen Perth’s ability to attract high-value domestic and international visitors, major conferences, and premium …
WA’s Midland Station Opens, Marking METRONET Milestone that supported 250+ local jobs
February 24, 2026
The new METRONET Midland Station officially opened on 22 February 2026, marking a major milestone in Perth’s transport transformation and the completion of Western Australia’s long-term METRONET program. The state-of-the-art facility includes a 12-stand bus interchange, pedestrian overpass, upgraded public spaces and a multi-storey car park with more than 800 bays, significantly improving connectivity to key destinations including Midland Health Campus and Midland Gate. As the 23rd and final METRONET station delivered, the broader program has added 72 kilometres of new rail and removed 15 level crossings, unlocking land for future housing, commercial development and community infrastructure. METRONET’s investment has …
A multi-billion-dollar transport project linking Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane could be edging closer.
February 18, 2026
Momentum is building around Australia’s long-discussed east coast high-speed rail network, with renewed focus on a potential Melbourne–Canberra–Sydney–Brisbane corridor. The project, if progressed, would represent one of the nation’s largest-ever infrastructure investments, reshaping transport between major capital cities and regional hubs. High-speed rail has long been flagged as a multi-billion-dollar nation-building opportunity, designed to reduce travel times, ease pressure on airports, cut emissions and unlock significant economic uplift along the corridor. Regional centres stand to benefit most, with faster connectivity expected to drive population growth, housing development and business investment. Beyond improved mobility, the construction phase alone would generate thousands …
$230 million investment to deliver new public schools and major upgrades in Western Australia
February 6, 2026
The Cook Labor Government has committed $230 million to deliver new public schools and major upgrades across Western Australia’s fast-growing suburbs, reinforcing its focus on building modern education infrastructure where it’s needed most. Included in this investment is $140 million for four new primary schools scheduled to open in 2028, expanding local learning options for families in high-growth areas. A further $57.2 million has been allocated for major upgrades at Como Secondary College and Karrinyup Primary School, supporting expanded classrooms, specialist facilities and improved learning environments. The package also includes funding to progress planning for additional new schools in Byford …