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19 November 2025
WA Commercial Property Pulse Check – October 2025
Western Australia’s commercial property market remains mixed in 2025, with industrial and retail sectors showing resilience, while office assets face elevated vacancy and selective investor interest. Industrial Sector: Resilient but Tightening WA’s industrial market continues to perform strongly, underpinned by robust occupier demand, limited supply, and monetary policy easing. According to Opteon’s Industrial Pulse Check: Metro and regional WA both register “Elevated” activity, reflecting sustained leasing momentum. National vacancy sits at 2.8%, with WA contributing to one of the tightest global vacancy environments, 2.0% as at Q2 2025. Yields have compressed throughout 2025, with WA’s prime industrial yields now ranging...

20 October 2025
Beyond Wealth: Discovering Purpose in Family Business Succession
In family enterprises, financial security often comes early. But once survival isn’t the goal, a deeper question emerges. In many family enterprises, financial security is a given. The business has succeeded, the next generation is stepping up, and survival is no longer the daily concern it once was. But when the pressure to survive fades, a new—and often unfamiliar—question emerges: What truly drives us now? This moment isn’t a crisis—it’s an opening. When basic needs are met, families have a rare opportunity to explore purpose from a place of abundance rather than urgency. It’s a time to step back and...

24 September 2025
Surety Bonds Explained: A Smarter Alternative to Bank Guarantees
Surety Bonds Explained If your business regularly tenders for projects, you’ll know that providing security to demonstrate you can meet your contractual obligations is essential. Traditionally, this has meant tying up cash or property to secure a bank guarantee — locking away valuable resources that could otherwise fuel growth. But there’s another option: surety bonds. Surety bonds provide the same unconditional, on-demand guarantee as a bank guarantee, but without requiring cash collateral or property security. That means you can free up working capital, reduce debt, and confidently tender for larger projects. For businesses with ambitious growth plans, and subject to...

11 September 2025
Succession Planning in Family Businesses: Honouring Talent & Preserving Relationships
Succession in family enterprises is rarely straightforward It can involve navigating a complex web of emotional, relational, and strategic factors. While founders often carry deep passion and vision for their business, this energy and clarity doesn’t always transfer seamlessly to the next generation. Sometimes, one heir stands out as a clear successor – driven, capable, ready to step up into leadership. But what happens when talent emerges unevenly among potential successors? Families face a delicate balancing act. How to honour and recognise individual aptitude and qualities without damaging the underlying relationships that hold the family unit together. Choosing a successor...

10 September 2025
Forecast: $25 Billion Per Year WA Civil Construction Market by 2035
The new WA Civil Infrastructure 10 Year Outlook report, commissioned by the Civil Contractors Federation Western Australia (CCF WA) and written by Oxford Economics, highlights a $208 billion pipeline of civil construction work ahead in WA over the next decade. This independent assessment provides valuable insight to assist CCF WA Members with strategic investment, planning, and resource allocation, while also strengthening CCF WA’s advocacy to Government. Key Findings from the Report Current Activity: Civil construction activity in WA grew 15% in FY2025 to $18.2 billion, driven by increases in electricity, water, and sewerage projects. Roads and railways, however, declined for the...

8 September 2025
Beyond the Numbers: Turning Your Carbon Footprint Data into Business Success
You’ve measured your carbon footprint, now what? Here’s how to transform data into action and competitive advantage. Congratulations! You’ve calculated your carbon footprint. You have a number (maybe several) and you’re staring at a spreadsheet wondering, “What now?” This is where many businesses stall, but it’s where the real opportunity begins. Your carbon footprint isn’t just an environmental metric; it’s a business intelligence tool that can drive cost savings, operational improvements, and competitive positioning. Let’s explore how to unlock that value. Turning Data Into Action Not all emissions are created equal. Some are expensive to reduce, others are surprisingly easy....

25 August 2025
Understanding Australian Cyber Regulations: What You Need to Know
Cyber security regulations are put in place by governments and industry groups around the globe to protect sensitive information and safeguard digital systems. ‘ They provide guidance on how to prevent cyberattacks, how to respond when an attack occurs, and where to report it. For businesses, compliance is not only a legal requirement but also a crucial risk management strategy. Failing to comply with cybersecurity regulations exposes businesses to serious risks such as: Financial penalties for failing to meet obligations Reputational damage from data breaches and publicised non-compliance Operational disruption caused by system downtime and ransomware attacks Legal liability for...

22 August 2025
The Fairness Paradox: Navigating Perceptions of Equity in Family Enterprises
In family enterprises, some of the most complex challenges aren’t financial—they’re emotional. One of the most common and least talked about is the fairness paradox. The Fairness Paradox The fairness paradox is the tension that arises when family members feel unequally treated, even in times of abundance. It’s not about how much someone receives—it’s about how decisions are made, and whether those decisions feel fair. Research shows that perceived inequity can quietly fracture trust. This is especially the case when financial resources or influence are distributed in ways that aren’t clearly explained or openly discussed. This kind of tension doesn’t...

8 August 2025
Your Small Business Guide to Measuring Your Carbon Footprint: A Step-by-Step Roadmap
Whether you’re taking a proactive step toward sustainability or responding to regulatory or stakeholder requirements, measuring your carbon footprint is becoming an essential part of doing business. The good news? You don’t need to be an expert to get started. This step-by-step guide is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses navigate the carbon measurement process with clarity and confidence — and start generating meaningful results in just a few weeks. Step 1: Define Your Scope The biggest mistake small businesses make when they begin measuring their carbon footprint is trying to measure everything at once. Instead, define your scope...