Latest Court Approvals News

Ainsworth Game Technology has terminated its proposed scheme of arrangement with Novomatic due to insufficient shareholder support, yet the board still recommends accepting Novomatic’s unconditional $1 per share takeover bid.

Johns Lyng Group reported a modest revenue increase to $1.18 billion in FY25, driven by organic growth and key acquisitions, while agreeing to a $1.1 billion takeover scheme with Pacific Equity Partners.

Platinum Asia Investments Limited has refined the payout figure for its final special dividend, enhancing precision for shareholders ahead of the September payment date.

Platinum Asia Investments Limited has finalized its special dividend payment, confirming an amount of AUD 0.2011 per share with a high franking percentage. The dividend is set for payment in September following court approval of its scheme of arrangement.

Apiam Animal Health has entered a Process Deed granting Adamantem exclusivity to pursue a $0.88 per share acquisition proposal. The Independent Board Committee signals intent to recommend the deal, pending due diligence and shareholder approval.

Vonex Limited shareholders will soon decide on a court-approved scheme of arrangement under which Maxo Telecommunications will acquire the remaining 30.6% of Vonex shares it does not already own, offering an 80% premium to the pre-announcement share price.

The Federal Court has approved the transfer of Centrex Limited’s shares to PRL Global, marking the end of Centrex’s external administration and a new chapter as a PRL subsidiary.

Vonex Limited shareholders are set to vote on a court-approved scheme of arrangement for Maxo Telecommunications to acquire the remaining 30.6% stake, offering a significant premium. The scheme promises a timely cash exit amid sector uncertainties.

Insignia Financial delivered a robust FY25 performance with an 18% rise in underlying net profit after tax, driven by higher funds under management and cost efficiencies, while announcing a $3.3 billion acquisition agreement with CC Capital Partners.

Northern Star Resources reports a remarkable 110% profit increase for FY25 alongside a 30% revenue rise, declaring a fully franked 30-cent final dividend. The acquisition of De Grey Mining marks a strategic expansion amid strong financial momentum.

Astron Corporation has completed its redomicile from Hong Kong to Australia, launching Astron Limited (Aus NewCo) as the new ASX-listed parent company with a 2-for-1 share consolidation.

Duxton Farms has received Foreign Investment Review Board approval for its strategic merger and updated its timetable for key shareholder and court approvals, alongside a $4.55 million capital raise.