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Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth has taken a sharper stance in his bid for Ainsworth Game Technology, opposing Novomatic’s constitutional takeover protections while nominating a former CEO for the board and pressing for a dividend policy amendment.

The Star Entertainment Group reported a 10% drop in H1 FY26 revenue, offset by a 71% improvement in EBITDA, while navigating ongoing licence suspensions and a critical refinancing process.

Aristocrat Leisure has extended its on-market share buy-back program by an additional A$750 million, doubling the total capacity to A$1.5 billion as part of its ongoing capital management strategy.

Iris Cairns Property Pty Ltd has announced a delay in its takeover bid for Reef Casino Trust due to extended regulatory approval timelines, signaling a planned extension of the offer period beyond May 2026.

Light & Wonder, Inc. transitions from an ASX Foreign Exempt Listing to a full ASX Listing, marking a significant regulatory shift without raising new capital. The company continues trading its shares as CHESS Depositary Interests on a 1, 1 basis.

SkyCity Entertainment Group reported a decline in FY25 revenue and earnings but remains confident in its FY26 outlook, underpinned by cost savings and strategic initiatives.

Aristocrat Leisure reported solid half-year results with a 5.6% rise in normalised net profit after tax and before amortisation to $733 million, underpinned by growth across its gaming and interactive segments. The company also declared an unfranked interim dividend of 44 cents per share.