Report Urges Western Australia to Move Beyond $200 Billion Dig and Ship Resource Model

Western Australia’s resource sector currently contributes $200 billion to the state economy, yet a new report from the Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre suggests the region faces pressure to move beyond its traditional “dig and ship” export model. The report, titled “WA’s Resources Sector in Transition,” examines the state’s economic reliance on raw material extraction and evaluates the potential for capturing greater value from its $10 billion in resource wealth.

The research highlights the sector’s role as a primary pillar of the state’s financial stability while identifying the challenges inherent in the current exploitation-based approach. By analyzing the state’s economic trajectory, the report outlines the transition required to shift from simple raw material exports toward more integrated industrial processes. These findings provide a framework for understanding how Western Australia manages its resource assets and addresses the long-term sustainability of its economic output.

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Date: June 24, 2026

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