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Seven West Media shareholders convened on 22 December 2025 to vote on a landmark acquisition by Southern Cross Media Group, potentially reshaping Australia's media landscape. The proposed scheme promises a combined media powerhouse spanning television, digital, audio, and publishing.

SportsHero Limited’s new HeroPlay mobile gaming platform is off to a strong start in Indonesia, attracting nearly 300 daily subscribers and generating early revenue that validates its market strategy.

Merino & Co. has secured a significant new order from its Shanghai distribution partner, reinforcing its expanding footprint in China’s luxury apparel market and validating its strategic growth plans.

Southern Cross Media Group has secured crucial ACMA approval for its proposed merger with Seven West Media, advancing a major consolidation in Australia’s media landscape. The deal now moves closer to final shareholder approval.

Seven West Media has secured crucial approval from the Australian Communications and Media Authority, advancing Southern Cross Media's acquisition plans. The upcoming scheme meeting in December will be pivotal for shareholders.

Sports Entertainment Group (SEG) reported a 62% jump in underlying EBITDA for FY25, underpinned by strong margin expansion and operational leverage. The company reaffirms its optimistic FY26 outlook with double-digit EBITDA growth expected.

Merino & Co. has secured a significant distribution agreement with a Shanghai-based omni-channel partner, committing to annual sales of approximately A$1.5 million and expanding its footprint in China’s luxury fashion market.

Linius Technologies has secured a 12-month extension with Racing.com and reported ahead-of-schedule progress on its AI-powered proof of concept with a top European soccer league, signaling growth in sports media technology.

Airtasker has expanded its US partnership with iHeartMedia, securing an additional US$5 million in media resources and a A$10 million equity investment to accelerate its growth in the American market.

Airtasker Limited has announced a $10 million equity capital raise to accelerate marketing efforts in the UK and US, following a strong first quarter with group revenue up 20.5% year-on-year. Strategic partnerships, including a cornerstone investment from iHeartMedia, underpin its international growth ambitions.

The ACCC has given informal clearance for the merger between Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media, marking a key regulatory milestone. The deal still awaits shareholder and ACMA approvals before completion.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has given the green light to Southern Cross Media’s proposed acquisition of Seven West Media, marking a significant regulatory milestone in the evolving Australian media landscape.