OPERATIONS

West is still the best

WESTERN Australia’s government is forecasting a bumper $3.7 billion operating surplus in 2024 thanks to the strong iron ore price, with a mid-year budget review showing the state economy is performing better than expected.

 WA leads the nation

WA leads the nation

The stronger outlook compared to the 2023-24 state budget saw the operating surplus revised from $3.3 billion. State final demand is also forecast to grow by 4.5%, up from 3% expected at time of budget....

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the mining sector, brought to you by the Mining Monthly Intelligence team.

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