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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.

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 ACCC has decided not to oppose Southern Cross Media’s proposed acquisition of Seven West Media, finding limited competition concerns amid evolving digital media landscapes.

The ACCC has decided not to oppose Southern Cross Media’s proposed acquisition of Seven West Media, citing limited competition concerns amid evolving digital media landscapes.

An independent expert report from Kroll Australia affirms the proposed merger between Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media is fair and in the best interests of Southern Cross shareholders, setting the stage for a major consolidation in Australian media.

Audio Pixels Holdings has raised A$1.25 million through unsecured convertible notes from sophisticated investors, with the Chairman’s company poised to invest up to A$2 million pending shareholder approval. This funding boost aims to extend the company’s working capital runway and support its strategic goals.

The ASX has granted key waivers allowing Southern Cross Media to proceed with its acquisition of Seven West Media without shareholder approval, smoothing the way for a major media consolidation.

Southern Cross Media Group reports a robust Q1 FY26 with audio revenues rising 4.7% and EBITDA more than doubling, while preparing for a pivotal merger review.

Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media have agreed to merge in an all-scrip deal, creating a dominant integrated TV, audio, and digital platform across Australia. The merger aims to unlock significant cost synergies and expand audience reach across metropolitan and regional markets.

Structural Monitoring Systems plc has reported its first profit after tax, driven by strong avionics sales and a successful $8.7 million capital raise. The company’s strategic shift towards proprietary products and key certifications underpin a positive outlook.

ARN Media reported a 7% revenue decline in the first half of FY25 amid audience challenges and a sluggish post-election market, yet digital audio revenue surged 21%. A $40 million transformational cost-out program and leadership overhaul set the stage for a strategic reset and growth in the second half.

Nine Entertainment reported a solid FY25 with $2.7 billion revenue and $133 million net profit, driven by streaming and digital subscriptions, while crystallising value through a $1.4 billion Domain stake sale.