Latest Governance News

Global Masters Fund Limited has appointed long-serving director Jason Pohl as its new Managing Director, signaling continuity in leadership and strategic focus.

Yowie Group has announced an all-scrip off-market takeover bid for Keybridge Capital, offering one Yowie share per Keybridge share. The bid is subject to key regulatory and shareholder approvals, setting the stage for a significant consolidation in the ASX-listed consumer goods and investment sectors.

The NSW Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal challenging the replacement of Keybridge Capital's directors and confirmed the end of its external administration, marking a pivotal governance shift for the investment group.

NZME updates shareholders on key board nominations and retirements ahead of its Annual Shareholders’ Meeting, signaling a strategic shift with new leadership and governance plans.

VHM Limited has launched a partially underwritten equity placement and share purchase plan to fund the development of its Goschen rare earths and mineral sands project, targeting production by late 2026.

Black Dragon Gold Corp. reported a Q1 2025 net loss of CAD 377,262 while advancing its Salave Gold Project in Spain, navigating permitting challenges and legal disputes over land re-zoning. The company also progressed exploration and asset sales in Australia, maintaining a cautious outlook on financing.

Farm Pride Foods has locked in a $27.57 million financing deal with NAB, refinancing existing debt and backing key capital projects to strengthen its growth trajectory.

An application to the Takeovers Panel challenges Pact Group Holdings’ planned ASX delisting, citing concerns over shareholder disadvantage and selective disclosure.

Excite Technology Services has successfully completed a $3 million placement, issuing 250 million new shares at a 9% premium, reflecting robust investor confidence.

Webjet Group Limited has confirmed awareness of an undisclosed buyer seeking to acquire a significant stake in the company, coinciding with a recent 5% jump in its share price and heightened trading volumes.

Donaco International Limited has postponed its Scheme of Arrangement timetable amid extended legal and valuation reviews, while revealing a new 10% VAT gaming tax liability in Cambodia effective from January 2025.

Australian Vanadium’s subsidiary VSUN Energy reports improved cost competitiveness for Project Lumina’s vanadium flow battery system, positioning it strongly in Australia’s growing long-duration energy storage market.