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Sonic Healthcare announces a major leadership transition with Dr Colin Goldschmidt retiring after 32 years as CEO, succeeded by Dr Jim Newcombe. The company also appoints Evangelos Kotsopoulos as Chief Operating Officer to support its global growth ambitions.

Cann Group Limited has reported its first-ever EBITDA-positive month in August 2025, driven by strong B2B flower sales and disciplined cost management. The company is advancing export negotiations in Europe and preparing to launch a new Botanitech product range.

Premier Investments reported a 31.1% rise in net profit after tax for FY25, driven by strong sales growth at Peter Alexander and a strategic shift following the sale of its Apparel Brands to Myer.

Premier Investments reported a 31% jump in net profit to $338.2 million for FY25, driven by the sale of Just Group and a $1.03 billion fully franked In-Specie Distribution to shareholders. Continuing operations showed a profit decline amid strategic brand investments.

Austin Engineering has announced a Board-approved on-market share buy-back of up to 10% of its ordinary shares over the next 12 months, reflecting confidence in its financial strength and growth prospects.

Savannah Goldfields has secured crucial environmental approvals to restart gold production at its Georgetown Gold Project, with mining at Big Reef set to begin in October 2025. The company also received approval for a tailings storage facility expansion to support future processing.

Computershare Limited has agreed to sell its UK Mortgage Services business to Pepper Advantage, marking a strategic step to streamline operations and enhance earnings quality without altering FY26 profit forecasts.

New Zealand King Salmon reports a $20.8 million net loss for the half-year ending July 2025, driven by biological asset write-downs, while maintaining EBITDA guidance and advancing key growth initiatives.

Mad Paws Holdings has sent out the Scheme Booklet to shareholders detailing the proposed acquisition by Rover Group, with the board unanimously backing the deal. Shareholders are set to vote on the scheme in late October.

Raiz Invest Limited reported robust FY25 results with record active customers and funds under management, underpinned by strategic partnerships and AI-driven innovation. The company projects positive earnings growth for FY26 amid a competitive fintech landscape.

Green Critical Minerals has locked in a $5.2 million underwriting agreement to support the exercise of its expiring options, reinforcing its commercialisation strategy for innovative VHD graphite technology.

Micro-X’s U.S. arm has won a $2.5 million contract extension from the Department of Homeland Security to enhance its passenger self-screening technology, pushing total DHS funding to nearly $32 million.