Premier Colin Barnett has announced several changes to State Cabinet, including that Health Minister Kim Hames will take on the additional portfolio of Training and Workforce Development.

Axe hovers over penalty rates. Pressure is mounting for a change to penalty rates, with State Minister for Small Business Joe Frances believing it is time to look at scrapping the higher hourly rates for up to 100,00 people.

People angry about their water bills will have a new watchdog to go to within weeks as part of overdue State Government efforts to make providers such as the Water Corporation more accountable.

The Building and Construction Industry Bill 2013 re-establishes the Australian Building and Construction Commission.

Water Corp fears sewer blockages - see the article published on Friday 15 November 2013 in the West Australian.

World Toilet Day is observed annually on 19 November. This international day of action aims to break the taboo around toilets and draw attention to the global sanitation challenge.

The Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner scheduled for Saturday 30 November 2013 has now been sold out!

The Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) is warning tradies and other small businesses advertising in local newspapers and trade publications, to be aware of scams involving bogus invoices and demands for payment.

It was less than a fortnight ago that the Abbott Government Ministers were sworn in. And we have to admit pleasant surprise at the speed with which new Small Business Minister Bruce Billson has moved to protect small business people.

Put down the tools, and enjoy a day out on the track! The MPA Group brings you Perth Racing.

We would like to advise you that due to an increase in the price for as constructed / sewer junction / water mains drawings from the Water Corporation, the cost for a flimsy/as constructed diagram has gone up to: MPGA member: $14.75 incl GST, non MPGA member: $20.25 inc GST.

There is a lot of change happening to Super right now that will impact you and your business. The changes started on 1 July 2013.

Are newest gadget (card with QR Code) for 2013 is out now!

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