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The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved the acquisition of Seven West Media by Southern Cross Media, marking a major consolidation in Australian media. SWM shares will be suspended from trading as shareholders prepare to receive Southern Cross shares in early January.

The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved Southern Cross Media's acquisition of Seven West Media, setting the stage for a significant media industry consolidation early next year.

Jumbo Interactive will subcontract with Brightstar Lottery PLC to deliver key components of Lotterywest’s new gaming and digital platform, marking a significant collaboration in the lottery technology space.

Credit Clear Limited has agreed to acquire DTS, a SaaS collections business with a 35-year history, for A$7.75 million, enhancing its digital platform and global footprint. The deal is expected to be earnings accretive and unlock new growth opportunities across multiple international markets.

HITIQ Limited and Sportscover have forged an exclusive partnership to embed PROTEQT™, a cutting-edge concussion management system, into Sportscover’s sports insurance policies, starting with Hockey Australia and set to expand further.

Flight Centre Travel Group has agreed to acquire UK online cruise leader Iglu for £122 million, boosting its cruise sector footprint and upgrading FY26 profit guidance. The deal promises immediate earnings accretion and strategic expansion into key global markets.

Thrive Tribe Technologies has raised approximately $300,000 through a discounted share placement, aiming to strengthen its working capital position. The move reflects ongoing efforts to support its health and wellness digital platform amid a competitive market.

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.

NoviqTech has been awarded a $160,000 grant to develop Registry 2.0, a blockchain-backed platform that will modernize Eco-Markets Australia’s environmental credit system, enhancing transparency and scalability for programs like the Reef Credit Scheme.

BetMakers Technology Group has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Las Vegas Dissemination Company, gaining direct access to major Nevada casino operators and projecting $4.5 million revenue in the first year.

Collins Foods Limited reported solid half-year growth with revenue up 6.6% and net profit rising 12.7%, driven by strong performance in its KFC operations across Australia and Europe. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 13 cents per share, while navigating increased provisions linked to wage compliance and ongoing class action litigation.

Veris Limited has completed the acquisition of Melbourne-based Mesh and a 50% stake in the Parsel digital platform, marking a strategic push into higher-margin digital advisory services.