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Mad Paws Holdings has secured court approval for its acquisition by Rover Group, marking a key milestone with trading suspension imminent and cash payouts scheduled.

The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved Rover Group’s acquisition of Mad Paws, marking a pivotal moment for Australia’s leading pet services marketplace. The scheme will become effective this week, triggering share suspension and a new chapter for Mad Paws.

RooLife Group (ASX, RLG) reported a strategic pivot in Q1 FY2026, landing major supply contracts worth $174 million and raising $2 million to fuel its own-brand product expansion.

WOTSO’s flexspace segment sustained growth in Q4 FY25 with a 4% year-on-year revenue increase, opening four new locations and expanding its footprint by 9%. Occupancy dipped slightly but remains robust at 75%.

Green360 Technologies has independently verified its Eco-Clay product as a high-performance, low-carbon cement substitute made from kaolin waste, poised to disrupt Australia’s $3.5 billion cement market.

AGL Energy has agreed to purchase four new gas turbines for $185 million to develop the Kwinana Swift Gas 2 project, securing 176MW of reserve capacity to support Western Australia’s energy transition.

Centuria Office REIT reported its strongest quarterly leasing performance to date, signing over 23,400 sqm across key properties while maintaining solid occupancy and reaffirming its FY26 financial guidance.

Camplify Holdings has locked in a $3.21 million strategic investment from JB Group, which will take a 12.7% stake and partner to accelerate growth through dealership integration and marketing.

Lord Resources has completed its first drilling campaign at the Ilgarari Copper Project, identified promising geophysical targets, and bolstered its finances through successful capital raises amid key leadership changes.

Whitebark Energy’s fresh petrophysical analysis reveals significant dry gas zones in its Warro Gas Field, boosting its commercial prospects and prompting a $750,000 capital raise to fast-track development.

Carlton Investments reported a slight rise in net profit and an 8.7% increase in dividends for FY2025, while its investment portfolio grew nearly 60% over five years despite recent market fluctuations.

Helia Group’s 3Q25 APRA data reveals rising gross written premiums despite government scheme pressures, while a Board review confirms strategic focus on the Australian LMI market with significant cost cuts.