Latest Legal Developments News

The Federal Court of Australia has dismissed Harvey Norman’s appeal against prior legal declarations, setting the stage for an upcoming penalty hearing that could impact the retailer’s future.

G8 Education Limited reported a 12.4% rise in net profit to $22.5 million for the first half of 2025, navigating lower occupancy and divestments with strategic cost controls and capital management.

NRW Holdings reported a 12.2% revenue increase to $3.27 billion in FY25, offset by a significant impairment linked to OneSteel receivables. The company declared a final fully franked dividend of 9.5 cents per share, underscoring confidence despite challenges.

Telix Pharmaceuticals reported a robust 63% increase in revenue to $390.4 million for the first half of 2025, driven by strong Illuccix sales and the acquisition of RLS Radiopharmacies. Despite this growth, the company recorded a net loss of $2.3 million, reflecting increased investments and finance costs.

Australian Pacific Coal Limited has applied to set aside a statutory demand for over $1 million, a move that unfolds alongside its recent restart of underground mining at the Dartbrook Coal Mine.

Alcoa Corporation reported a solid $164 million net income for Q2 2025 amid strategic portfolio shifts including a new joint venture in Spain and the sale of its Saudi Arabia stake. The company navigated tariff challenges and resumed a key smelter restart after a power outage delay.

Identitii Limited advances its BNDRY AML platform tailored for clubs and pubs through strategic collaborations and new funding, while managing cash flow pressures and legal challenges.

Energy Resources of Australia Ltd narrowed its half-year loss to $35 million as it pressed ahead with the complex rehabilitation of the Ranger Project Area, backed by $1.24 billion in cash and investments. Meanwhile, Rio Tinto moves to compulsorily acquire remaining shares, signaling a new chapter for ERA’s future.

MEC Resources has boosted its investment in Advent Energy, navigates ongoing PEP-11 permit legal challenges, and highlights promising developments in clean hydrogen production.

Lifestyle Communities faces a pivotal VCAT ruling that voids a key deferred management fee clause, prompting an appeal and interim stay that allows fee collection to continue amid legal uncertainty.

Triton Minerals has officially secured exploration licenses for its Aucu Gold-Copper Project in Mozambique and received $8.5 million in funding, positioning the company to advance exploration activities.

A VCAT ruling has invalidated the Deferred Management Fee clause in Lifestyle Communities’ contracts due to disclosure issues, prompting an imminent appeal and contract revisions.