Wheatbelt

Indigenous investors’ backs WA renewable energy project

An Australian renewable energy company is about to begin construction of a Northam-based renewable energy project, which promises Aboriginal employment and procurement outcomes.

Study targets 2018 construction for Wheatbelt lithium project

A key study has envisioned a fast ramp-up of a WA resources development.

Final approval granted for Wheatbelt clay facility infrastructure

A WA resources company plans to start building its planned screening and loading facility at its project in the Wheatbelt following final approval by the state government.

Greenlight for $160m solar farm in WA’s Wheatbelt

Planners have signed off on the first stage a major solar farm in regional Western Australia which will create up to 200 construction jobs.

Key dates revealed for regional WA road project

A contract for the second stage of a major road upgrade in regional Western Australia is set to be awarded in August.

Poultry producer set to roost in new $70m Wheatbelt feedmill

Plans by one of Australia’s largest poultry producers to expanding its operations in Western Australia is set to create up to 1400 jobs.

Construction expected mid year for $20m WA solar power project

A WA renewable energy company will kick off construction activities in mid-2017 on a solar power station in the state’s Wheatbelt which is expected to power more than 4,000 households.

Regulatory sign off for $98m clay mine in regional WA

A Perth-based resources company has been given the greenlight from the WA Government to proceed with its kaolin mine in the Wheatbelt.

Sign off comes for $160m solar farm in regional WA

Key project contacts have confirmed they are pushing for local suppliers and subcontractors to contribute to their WA solar farm which was approved by planning officials last week.

$4.3m safety road work in Wheatbelt awarded to civil construction contractor

A Perth-based mining and civil construction company has been awarded a contract to improve safety for a stretch of road in the Wheatbelt.