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Clear messageCommentsPremiumFailure to invest in metaverse could see firms fall behind

WA companies who fail to invest in the metaverse and beyond will fall behind as the world heads into the next computing revolution, says the founder of a Perth tech company. 

Cheyanne Enciso

Ahead of the curveCommentsPremiumA day in the life of SpaceDraft founder Lucy Cooke

INSIDER: ‘If I don’t have an answer, I will always say ‘I don’t know’. There’s not enough time to make wrong decisions because as a startup, we have to be ahead of the curve.’

The West Australian

Dynamic storytellingCommentsPremiumThe Perth entrepreneur helping blockbuster film productivity

It was on the sets of Pirates of the Caribbean and Game of Thrones where Perth tech founder Lucy Cooke concocted the idea for her visual planning tool, which she believes can improve productivity by tenfold.

Cheyanne Enciso

Sustainable solutionsCommentsPremiumWA Govt’s single-use plastics ban hits bubble tea businesses

The State Government’s single-use plastics ban has posed unique challenges for bubble tea businesses that have found it difficult to source sustainable alternatives, Perth business owners have said.

Caitlin Paroczai

Huge opportunity CommentsPremiumSocial enterprises could be key to diversifying WA’s economy

Social enterprises have the potential to accelerate the diversification of WA’s economy, but the State Government will need to significantly step up its support for the sector, Perth experts say.

Caitlin Paroczai

COVID hesitance CommentsPremiumThe walking tour app bringing Perth CBD back to life

Tech businesses could play a vital role in revitalising Perth’s CBD during community spread of Omicron, a WA founder has said.

Caitlin Paroczai

Skills squeezeCommentsPremiumWar for tech talent forces creative approach to hiring

With the ongoing war for tech talent, businesses must prioritise transferable skills over long histories of work experience when it comes to hiring, Perth experts say.

Caitlin Paroczai

Key to successCommentsPremiumHow Perth’s young business owners have survived COVID storm

Young Perth business owners say they have weathered the pandemic impact and used the headwind as an opportunity to grow, as experts flag entrepreneurial success hinges on resilience.

Cheyanne Enciso

Avoiding disruptionsCommentsPremiumSimplicity key in remote working tools, Perth founder says

Businesses must prioritise enhancing their remote working processes amid the rise of hybrid models to attract top talent, a Perth tech founder has said.

Caitlin Paroczai

Increased representationCommentsPremiumTjuart to deliver reimagined ancient Indigenous architecture

A WA architecture firm aims to embody this year’s National Reconciliation Week theme of Be Brave. Make Change by reimagining ancient Indigenous styles and bringing them into the modern world.

Cheyanne Enciso

Steps to reconciliationPremiumConnections with traditional owners crucial for businesses

Businesses can help the nation’s reconciliation journey by reflecting on the connections they have with traditional owners of the land where they operate, says a Perth Indigenous owner.

Cheyanne Enciso

Opening a dialogueCommentsPremiumiyarn to support businesses in reconciliation journey

A young Perth entrepreneur who lived in an Indigenous community says it is crucial businesses actively create spaces for deeper cultural understanding.

Cheyanne Enciso

Stronger capabilitiesCommentsPremiumBrisbane mining tech company Plotlogic to expand WA presence

Brisbane-based mining tech startup Plotlogic will establish its first Perth office in a move the company says will further extend its capabilities across the Pilbara iron ore heartland.

Cheyanne Enciso

Little shreddersCommentsPremiumPerth startup Ookkie on deck to skate into global expansion

The Perth company behind a first-of-its-kind learner skateboard is eyeing further expansion into global markets after posting solid sales during its recent launch in Europe.

Cheyanne Enciso

Side-hustle CommentsPremiumWA’s young people have sights set on business ownership

A growing number of young Western Australians have their sights set on running their own business, with COVID-19 making them reassess their work priorities, new research has found.

Caitlin Paroczai

Market planPremiumOne Click Life looks to list on ASX

A Perth fintech platform focusing on simplifying financial transactions is eyeing an ASX listing later this year after posting more than 300 per cent growth in a year.

Cheyanne Enciso

Overseas move PremiumMore support needed for startups developing sustainable tech

The Federal and WA Governments will need to step up their support for startups working towards net zero if businesses are to remain in Australia, a Perth founder has said.

Caitlin Paroczai

Discretion needed CommentsPremiumPerth pair put intelligence in artificial intelligence

As more companies look to speed up their processes with automation technology and artificial intelligence, two Perth founders stress retaining the human element is key.

Caitlin Paroczai

Switched onCommentsPremiumPerth start-up shows the way for recruitment

With borders now open to the rest of the world and international travellers beginning to trickle back in, a Perth company is ensuring a streamlined recruitment process for backpackers.

Cheyanne Enciso

Alternative offeringCommentsPremiumPerth startup to beat Facebook in creating, sharing events

Two young Perth entrepreneurs say they have bold plans to take on tech giant Facebook with a website allowing users to sidestep the social media platform in creating and sharing events.

Cheyanne Enciso

Quick actionCommentsPremiumHealth tech key to helping understaffed aged care nurses

Health tech could play a vital role in improving Australia’s aged care system and supporting understaffed nursing homes, a Perth founder has said.

Caitlin Paroczai

Work-life balanceCommentsPremiumStartup industry must stop romanticising hustle culture

A Perth founder has slammed the promotion of “hustle culture”, saying it took a significant toll on her mental and physical health when she was a new business owner.

Caitlin Paroczai

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Genuine assistanceCommentsPremium
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WA’s tech sector needs a lot more capital to thrive

No amount of reports and studies are going to make WA a tech centre without meaningful and genuine government assistance.

Sean Smith

Culture fitPremiumVideo recruitment tool sees companies pitch to candidates

With job seekers leveraging a hot labour market, the onus is on employers to pitch the perks of working at their business to young talent, Perth founders say.

Caitlin Paroczai