Latest Asic News

Alkane Resources has secured key regulatory approvals from FIRB and ASIC, paving the way for its planned merger with Mandalay Resources. This milestone brings the companies closer to creating a diversified Australian gold and antimony producer.

The Takeovers Panel has declined to declare unacceptable circumstances in a dispute involving Mayfield Childcare Limited shareholders but has referred potential breaches of takeover laws to ASIC for further investigation.

Ioneer Ltd has launched a non-underwritten Share Purchase Plan (SPP) aiming to raise up to A$5 million, offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand the chance to buy shares at the same price as a recent institutional placement.

Macarthur Minerals has acknowledged breaching ASX conditions by issuing equity securities without approval and will seek shareholder consent to amend terms and comply with listing rules.

DTI Group has successfully closed a fully underwritten entitlement offer, raising $2.69 million to support its transit technology ambitions. The offer saw strong shareholder participation alongside a managed shortfall placement.

Donaco International Limited has entered a binding acquisition scheme with On Nut Road Limited at A$0.045 per share, deemed fair and reasonable by an independent expert. The Board unanimously recommends shareholder approval ahead of the August 2025 vote.

Envirosuite has secured a key regulatory green light from FIRB for its acquisition by Ideagen, moving the proposed Scheme of Arrangement closer to shareholder approval.

betr Entertainment has unveiled a compelling all-scrip takeover offer for PointsBet, featuring an $80 million selective buy-back to provide liquidity and promising significant value creation for shareholders.

Australian Strategic Materials Limited (ASM) has announced an underwritten Share Purchase Plan to raise approximately A$3 million, offering eligible shareholders a 20% discount on new shares. The plan opens on 19 June and closes on 17 July 2025.

Blackstone Minerals has received Supreme Court approval to acquire IDM International, gaining control of the significant Mankayan copper-gold project in the Philippines. The scheme is set to become effective mid-June, marking a strategic expansion for Blackstone in Southeast Asia's critical minerals sector.

ASIC has initiated a comprehensive compliance inquiry into ASX’s governance, risk management, and operational capabilities, folding its previous CHESS incident probe into this broader review. ASX pledges full cooperation amid ongoing technology upgrades.

The Reject Shop Limited has announced a special fully franked dividend of AUD 0.77 per share, contingent on the approval of its acquisition by Dollarama Inc. Key dates for the dividend include an ex-dividend date of 4 July and payment on 14 July 2025.