Western Australia is one of the world’s premier destinations for mineral investment, offering a stable regulatory environment, world-class geology, and strong infrastructure. The State accounts for over half of Australia’s mining activity, with abundant resources of iron ore, gold, lithium, nickel, and rare earth elements.
We actively support investment through initiatives like the Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS), which provides co-funding for drilling programs, and our core libraries, which house invaluable geological data. Investors benefit from a transparent approvals process, a well-established mining services sector, and access to global markets via major ports.
With the energy transition driving demand for critical minerals, our State is positioned as a key supplier of battery metals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel. Downstream processing capabilities are also expanding, with projects focused on lithium hydroxide and rare earth refining.
Exploration remains strong, with ongoing discoveries in emerging mineral provinces such as the West Musgrave and Paterson regions. Our commitment to sustainability and responsible mining further enhances WA’s investment appeal.
Government and commercial organisations that help investors
Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC) represents exploration companies, small to medium mining businesses, and service providers in Australia.
Australian Energy Producers (AEP) represents Australia’s oil and gas exploration and production industry.
Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) regulates businesses, financial markets, and services in Australia. It is also responsible for registering companies.
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) is one of the world's major stock exchanges and includes many mineral and petroleum companies.
Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) is the Australian Government’s international trade promotion, investment and visitor attraction agency.
Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA (CCIWA) provides businesses across Australia with industry data, project information, and export market support.
Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME WA) supports companies involved in minerals and energy exploration, production, and processing in Western Australia.
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is the Australian Government’s agency that promotes and protects Australia’s international interests. Manages free trade agreements.
Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI) is a Western Australian State Government agency the supports economic development and promotes investment opportunities
Development WA works with industry, communities and government agencies, including DEMIRS, to coordinate the development of major resource, industrial, and infrastructure projects and attract investment.
Foreign Investment Review Board oversees foreign investment in Australia, including in the resources sector.
Invest and Trade Western Australia is the 'front door' to assist investors and businesses into Western Australia. Helps to engage with established industries and gather critical information to make it easier to do business
