May 2025

Turners Automotive Group has delivered a record FY25 profit and dividend, showcasing resilience amid economic challenges and positioning itself to exceed FY28 profit goals ahead of schedule.

EROAD Limited reported solid financial results for FY25, with revenue up 6.8% to NZ$194.4 million and a substantial improvement in free cash flow to NZ$16 million. The company’s strategic focus on enterprise fleet growth and innovation underpins a confident FY26 guidance.

Yowie Group has lodged a formal application with the Takeovers Panel to block Keybridge Capital from convening a shareholder meeting aimed at replacing Yowie’s board, accusing Keybridge of trying to frustrate its takeover offer.

Pioneer Lithium has completed the second tranche of its capital raising, issuing 1.6 million shares to directors following shareholder approval. This move strengthens the company’s capital base as it advances its lithium exploration ambitions.

Osteopore Limited has drawn down an additional A$500,000 from the first tranche of its redeemable convertible notes, bringing total subscriptions close to the A$5 million tranche limit. The funds will support ongoing operations and future growth initiatives.

Macarthur Minerals has announced a fully underwritten pro-rata rights issue to raise nearly A$2 million, aiming to fund corporate operations and advance strategic options for its Lake Giles Iron Project.

Nufarm Finance (NZ) Limited reported a 4.1% increase in net profit after tax to NZD 10.35 million for the half-year ended 31 March 2025, driven by higher interest rates. The company declared an interim distribution of NZD 4.31 per security, payable in October 2024.

Chorus Limited has lodged a replacement Product Disclosure Statement for its $170 million Capital Notes offer, confirming S&P’s equity content treatment and updating key offer dates and terms.

Reef Casino Trust reported stable 2024 financial results with steady distributions, while confidential takeover proposals from two groups are under board review. Operational challenges include rising regulatory costs and inflationary pressures.

Lykos Metals announces key leadership changes with David Wheeler stepping up as Non-Executive Chair and Petar Tomasevic taking the helm as Interim CEO, signaling a strategic pivot as the company advances in the Balkan region.

Reef Casino Trust projects a drop in first-half distributable profit for 2025, citing stable revenues but increased regulatory and transaction-related expenses.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals has approved a significant long-term equity incentive plan tied to critical clinical and regulatory milestones for its drug candidate NNZ-2591, reinforcing management’s commitment to shareholder value.

GreenHy2 Limited has broadened its renewable energy storage portfolio by integrating graphene-based hybrid supercapacitor batteries, reporting robust FY24 growth and advancing key customer trials.

Orbminco Limited has entered a binding agreement to acquire the Majestic North Gold Project in Western Australia, boasting a JORC-compliant resource of nearly 40,000 ounces of gold. The company is raising A$0.88 million to support due diligence and exploration activities.

Auric Mining Ltd has unveiled a capital raising plan aimed at boosting gold production and expanding its resource base through 2028, including key acquisitions and exploration initiatives.

Auric Mining has raised $6.66 million through a strongly supported placement to fund key acquisitions and boost gold production amid record prices.

Alvo Minerals has terminated its planned acquisition of the Lavra Velha Gold Project after due diligence concerns, leading to the cancellation of a $2.93 million entitlement offer and the launch of a new discounted $1.6 million rights issue to fund ongoing exploration.

Streamplay Studio Limited has voluntarily suspended its shares on the ASX pending a significant announcement about a new gaming platform agreement, signaling a potentially pivotal development for the company.

3P Learning forecasts steady revenue for FY25 but anticipates a significant 20% uplift in underlying EBITDA and a stronger net cash position, driven by strategic product expansions.

Volt Resources Limited has had its trading suspension lifted following a key announcement about its mineral exploration tenements in Guinea, signaling renewed investor interest.

Volt Resources Limited addresses recent media speculation about the potential cancellation of its mining licences in Guinea, confirming no formal notice has been received and engagement with authorities is underway.

Sietel Limited’s half-year results to March 2025 reveal an 11% revenue drop and a near 50% plunge in net profit, reflecting tough market conditions in property leasing and startup investments.

360 Capital Mortgage REIT (TCF) has announced a Unit Purchase Plan offering eligible unitholders the chance to buy new units at net asset value, aiming to raise up to $11.1 million to fund commercial real estate loans with a forecast 10.4% yield.

Zenith Minerals has secured a binding agreement to sell its 20% stake in Turkey’s Kavaklitepe Gold Project for US$543,000, marking a strategic shift to focus on its Australian gold assets.