Latest Financial Distress News

WA Kaolin Limited has entered receivership with Cathro & Partners taking control, signalling urgent assessment of operations and potential sale or recapitalisation.

BNK Banking Corporation is set to book a $3.5 million non-cash goodwill impairment in its FY2026 results, fully writing off its remaining goodwill but leaving capital ratios and cash flow untouched.

Adslot Technologies, the troubled subsidiary of Adslot Ltd, has gained creditor backing to execute a Deed of Company Arrangement, aiming to satisfy non-related creditors while maintaining group control of its technology platform.

QPM Energy Limited and its subsidiaries have entered voluntary administration with McGrathNicol appointed as administrators and FTI Consulting as receivers over key gas-producing entities. The move aims to stabilise operations and explore restructuring options amid ongoing financial distress.

Gumtree Australia Markets has refinanced its Commonwealth Bank loan, cutting quarterly repayments and extending the facility to November 2027, freeing up cashflow to support sales growth.

WA Kaolin Limited has announced a partially underwritten pro-rata rights offer to raise up to $34.9 million, aiming to reduce debt and provide working capital to stabilise its Wickepin kaolin operations amid ongoing ASX suspension.

TasFoods Limited has appointed KPMG as voluntary administrators following the unsuccessful sale of its Nichols Poultry business, signalling a critical restructuring phase. A creditors' meeting is scheduled for 23 March 2026 as the company seeks new capital or buyers.

The NSW Department of Planning and Environment has approved a six-year extension for the Dartbrook underground coal mine, pushing its operational horizon to 2033 despite ongoing financial administration challenges.

1414 Degrees Ltd posted a steep 192% rise in half-year losses to $3.86 million, while advancing its silicon-based energy storage and hydrogen technologies. The company also faces uncertainty after its joint venture partner Vast Renewables entered administration.

Iluka Resources posted a net loss of $288 million in 2025 amid subdued mineral sands demand but progressed key projects including the Balranald mine commissioning and Eneabba rare earths refinery construction.

Bowen Coking Coal Limited has reported a challenging quarter ending December 2025, marked by cash outflows, a default on its senior secured debt, and ongoing voluntary administration.

Australian Pacific Coal Limited’s Dartbrook Mine has entered receivership, with the company now assuming no residual value in the asset. Despite this, AQC maintains solvency and continues to explore its options amid ongoing financial challenges.