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Anatara Lifesciences reports encouraging pre-clinical results for its anti-obesity candidate AOC, demonstrating significant reductions in weight regain and visceral fat in mice. However, a delay in mechanism of action studies pushes full data release to January 2026.

Opthea Limited has announced a strategic pivot to develop OPT-302 for Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM), a rare lung disease affecting women, aiming for ASX reinstatement in 2026. The company leverages strong intellectual property and cash reserves to pursue orphan drug designation and clinical development.

Neurotech International has locked in $4 million through a share placement to advance its promising paediatric neurological drug, NTI164. The raise, supported by both new and existing investors including company directors, aims to fund critical clinical and regulatory milestones.

Epiminder Limited has settled a $15.77 million tax liability with the ATO related to historical R&D claims, freeing up $4.23 million from IPO proceeds for working capital.

Proteomics International has secured a US patent for its PromarkerEso blood test, a pioneering diagnostic tool for early detection of esophageal adenocarcinoma, marking a critical step toward commercialisation in the world’s largest healthcare market.

Freightways Group Limited is set to acquire VT Freight Express for A$71 million, marking a strategic expansion into Australia's B2B express delivery market. The acquisition is expected to boost earnings and complement Freightways’ existing B2C operations.

Epsilon Healthcare reported a 19% revenue increase to $3.4 million for the half year ended June 2025, driven by new client wins and its pharmacy segment launch. However, net losses widened 44% to $2.07 million, reflecting administration and financing costs during its recovery phase.

CONNEQT Health’s Pulse arterial health monitor sales have outpaced expectations with over 200% growth in the December quarter, driven by efficient marketing and early subscription uptake.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has won a significant Australian Government R&D tax incentive, unlocking up to A$85 million for its synthetic anti-infective programs worldwide, including a pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial.

ECS Botanics is strategically preparing for entry into the US medicinal cannabis market, leveraging its EU-GMP certification and proprietary genetics amid evolving regulatory landscapes.

Emyria has secured its first Empax clinic in Victoria, marking a significant step in its multi-state expansion and validating its scalable, reimbursed national mental health platform.

Entropy Neurodynamics has successfully completed dosing the first patient in its TRP-8803 clinical trial for Binge Eating Disorder, marking a key milestone with controlled psychedelic infusion and safety clearance. Top-line results are expected in early 2026.