The power of social media has once again been harnessed for a great cause, with Margaret River chef Tony Howell and wife Sarah setting out on a mission over the Gourmet Escape weekend to raise awareness for one of the regions most loved and vital charity organisations. Armed with a River Angels collection can, bearing the iconic blue and white logo, the Howells aimed to

Locals Daniel and Sian Hockridge have been the proud owners of Brumbys Margaret River for just under 18 years, since they began as a small bakery before expanding to incorporate the cafe side of their business. The store has undergone a recent makeover, which will be on show this weekend at their relaunch celebration. The pairs hard work and focus on quality has paid off,

Commonwealth Bank boss Matt Comyn has revealed the bank was a week away from scrapping commissions paid to mortgage brokers but ditched the plan for fears it would decrease its share of the home loan market. Key points: CBA learned paying a flat fee to brokers in the Netherlands led to better customer outcomes The model would have saved CBA $197m over five years, which

BHP has settled a longstanding dispute with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for $529 million, in relation to taxes it allegedly owed between 2003-18. Key points ATO deputy commissioner described the settlement as "a fair and reasonable outcome" All profits from the sales of BHP's Australian-owned commodities will be taxed in Australia in future Rio Tinto also

A key witness has changed her evidence at the inquest into the 1989 death of Queensland teenager Annette Mason, saying she heard a man confess to killing the 15-year-old. Key points: Toowoomba teen Annette Mason was found bludgeoned to death in her bed in November 1989 Key witness told the inquest that she heard Allan MacQueen confess to killing Annette Witness said she