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Foresta Group Holdings reported a 12% increase in its half-year loss to nearly $2 million as it progresses its pioneering wood pellet and pine chemicals project in New Zealand, securing key lease agreements and finalising a $2.4 million insurance settlement.

Eastern Gas Corporation Limited is set to raise $5.5 million through an IPO to fund drilling and flow testing at its Queensland gas exploration permits, aiming to prove commercial viability in the Surat and Cooper Basins.

Scentre Group has reported a robust 2025 financial year with Funds From Operations rising 4.9% and distributions up 3.4%, underpinned by record occupancy and strong customer engagement. The Group also advanced its sustainability agenda, exceeding interim net zero targets and progressing major redevelopment projects.

Kelsian Group Limited has reported a robust first half for FY26 with double-digit revenue growth and upgraded EBITDA guidance, alongside a strategic $161 million sale of its Tourism Portfolio.

Bass Oil has received a $3.5 million grant from the South Australian Government to fund pipeline construction for its Kiwi liquids rich gas project in the Cooper Basin, marking a key step towards production by 2028.

Viva Energy Group Limited reported a significant net loss for 2025, driven by retail asset impairments, yet underlying profits and strategic investments signal resilience and a clear path forward.

Abacus Group has reported a strong turnaround with a $47.6 million net profit for the half-year to December 2025, maintaining steady funds from operations and declaring a consistent interim distribution. The group is also exploring internalising management of its key joint venture, Abacus Storage King.

QuickFee Limited has reported a dramatic turnaround with a $36.45 million profit in H1 FY26, driven by the sale of its US Pay Now business and a strategic capital return to shareholders. Underlying operations show promising growth despite divestments.

Tyro Payments Limited reported a solid 5% increase in gross profit and a 72% surge in statutory profit before tax for H1 FY26, underpinned by growth in core payment volumes and banking activities. The company also expanded its fintech footprint with the acquisition of AI-powered platform Thriday.

Nine Entertainment reports a 6% increase in Group EBITDA to $201 million and a 30% jump in net profit, driven by strong streaming and digital subscription growth amid strategic portfolio shifts.

PlaySide Studios reported a sharp 28% revenue decline for H1 FY26 but posted a remarkable 249% jump in profit, buoyed by cost cuts and a $7.8 million tax rebate. The company also secured a $6 million loan and inked a new global publishing deal.

AUB Group Limited has reported a robust first half with underlying net profit after tax rising 14% to AUD 90.4 million, prompting an upgrade to its full-year earnings guidance. The company also announced a new CFO appointment amid mixed divisional performances.