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Rumour has it ...PremiumWesfarmers’ next big (maybe, possibly, perhaps) buyout

Herd on the Terrace: Rumours about Wesfarmers next mega-bucks buyout of a slice of a prominent WA family’s empire just won’t go away.

Herd on the TerraceCommentsPremiumWhy won’t this $15m Peppermint Grove mansion sell?

If you’ve got $15 million lying around and would like to join Peppermint Grove’s exclusive Esplanade set, maybe call cultured pearl pioneer Lyndon Brown.

Herd on the TerraceCommentsPremiumGoldfields golden boy Bill Beament is living the dream

Bill Beament’s luck during Kalgoorlie Cup festivities at the Goldfields Tattersalls Club is really worth noting.

Bundy boyCommentsPremiumYoung Twiggy’s Royal Show ‘rum and coke’ stunt

Andrew Forrest reveals the trick he played as a young man enjoying the Royal Show.

HERD ON THE TERRACECommentsPremiumBabbage grasps at problem-solving skills in footy foray

Aeronautical engineer turned financial planner Mark Babbage may need all his self-proclaimed skills to get out of his grand final problems.

Herd on the TerraceCommentsPremiumBrian Taylor’s ‘roving mic’ reveals FMG secret

If you want to get a hold of FMG’s busy chief executive, just call her from a private number, according to the intel footy commentator Brian Taylor managed to get at a recent AFL breakfast.

Herd on the TerraceCommentsPremiumRegal Theatre attacks Fiore in Peppy Grove spat

We’re beginning to understand just what a Peppermint Grove party pooper the Regal Theatre manager has become as her family’s lawyers pursue $2 million-plus of claims.

Herd on the TerraceCommentsPremiumWhy Fiore Group moved out of preppy Peppermint Grove

Knowing the pleasures of the 6011 postcode, The Bull had trouble understanding why a young executive at Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue Metals Group would move out of Freshwater Bay this time of year.

Herd on the TerraceCommentsPremiumEx-Quintis boss cross-examination ‘perplexing’

This week’s Federal Court hearing of allegations against Quintis’ ex chief has been perplexing at many levels, including how investors were kept in the dark for months about the loss of a US deal.

Herd on the terraceCommentsPremiumTwiggy dangles prize for fully-vaxxed abattoir workers

Andrew Forrest is putting his boots where his mouth is, offering fully vaccinated workers in his Harvey Beef abattoir the chance to win a pair of RM Williams boots — valued at around $595.

Herd on the TerracePremiumOne of WA’s longest-running bankruptcies finally over

We are pleased to let you know some great news about one of this State’s longest running bankruptcies — dental surgeon and investment enthusiast Peter Fiore.

HOTTPremiumJaxon Construction missives mystify

We’re mystified by missives from Jaxon Construction this week as the arm of the Harry Xydas’ and Demetra Xydas’ Doric Group battles a cash crisis.

HERD ON THE TERRACEPremiumWA investor sues ex-manager over 2.81 million shares

Investor Andrew Chapman is less than impressed with missing out on a big lick of stock in a placement by digital consultancy Web Central ahead of a ripper run over the past nine months.

Crown princeCommentsPremiumPoynton out the pollie waffle from James’ man

Veteran dealmaker and director John Poynton should consider a career in politics after sharing his wisdom at the Crown Perth royal commission this week.

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HOTTPremiumTwiggy eyes Gina’s ruby to build cattle empire

Word is that Andrew Forrest has jetted into the Kimberley to check out stations put up for sale by rival iron ore and cattle billionaire Gina Rinehart.

Why so secretive?PremiumPlot thickens as movers return to shuttered Adnate

Mystery and secrecy continue to shroud the past, present and future of the stylish The Adnate hotel, with PR flacks mastering the art of obfuscation. Here’s what a few moles had to tell us ...

Pin itPremiumThe surprise gift WA women have planned for Barnaby

Rumour has it special badges are being produced in WA ahead of a big gala event in Canberra next month to celebrate rural women. But what do they say, and will the Deputy PM actually take one?

Herd on the TerracePremiumDog days for MacAlister clan

It was a sure thing saddling this piece with puns about bankrupt Perth racing identity Alan MacAlister’s various connections to a pet food factory in Bayswater — just a quick hearse ride from Ascot.

Herd on the TerraceCommentsPremiumWA miner’s extraordinary bid to sack own director

Rare earths hopeful Northern Minerals has taken the unusual step of seeking shareholder approval next month to dump one of its own non-executive directors.

Herd on the terracePremiumBHP & plods spinning in cahoots

Private companies, investment funds and government departments are employing ever-expanding teams of spin doctors to stem and colour inconvenient truths being dug up by diligent news hacks.

HOTTPremiumRoom for manoeuvre at BHP

If you think the days of great deals on CBD office space are coming to an end, maybe it is time to think again.

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Herd on the TerraceCommentsPremiumOutgoing Woodside boss reveals shock Eagles bid

A farewell dinner for outgoing Woodside Petroleum boss Peter Coleman involved a shock revelation this week, with Coleman revealing a little-known fact about the Freo Dockers’ bitter cross-town rivals.

HOTTPremiumThermomix wonders back into profit

It looks like cooking from home during the early months of COVID-19 has helped the WA company behind the Thermomix wonder appliance back into profit.

HOTTPremiumChris crosses proving costly

Federal Court judge Darren Jackson will need the wisdom of Solomon in coming weeks as he deals with folks trying to get a cut of betting scheme flogger Chris Brown’s purported winnings.