Latest Legal Proceedings News

The Federal Court has dismissed most ASIC claims against Money3 Loans, a Solvar subsidiary, affirming its compliance with responsible lending standards while identifying limited breaches in a handful of consumer loans.

Strata Investment Holdings PLC disputes a termination notice from 1000433639 Ontario Inc. regarding a binding letter agreement and is considering legal proceedings to enforce the deal or seek damages.

Coles Group reveals a significant potential financial impact following a Federal Court decision on underpayments to salaried team members, estimating remediation costs between $150 million and $250 million.

Woolworths Group has revealed a preliminary estimate of up to $330 million post-tax liability following a Federal Court decision on historical underpayments to salaried store team leaders, signaling major shifts in retail wage practices.

Triton Minerals has settled a legal dispute with NQM Gold, paving the way for the completion of a $17 million graphite asset sale with structured payment terms and court proceedings adjourned.

Excelsior Capital Limited reports a sharp 98% drop in profit after tax for FY25 following the prior year’s $47.2 million gain from selling its CMI Electrical subsidiary. Despite this, the company declared a fully franked final dividend of 4.0 cents per share.

Seafarms Group Limited reported a reduced loss of $11.7 million for FY2025, despite a 43% drop in revenue and ongoing legal challenges surrounding Project Sea Dragon. Production setbacks from flooding and subdued market demand weighed heavily on results.

MEC Resources Ltd has reported a net profit of $207,490 for the 2025 financial year, reversing prior losses, while advancing a significant legal challenge through its investee Advent Energy Ltd and raising $2.6 million via an entitlement offer.

Mayne Pharma reported a 5% revenue increase to $408.1 million for FY25 but posted a net loss of $93.8 million, narrowing from the prior year. The company’s planned acquisition by Cosette Pharmaceuticals faces legal hurdles, delaying completion.

Dubber Corporation Limited reported a 9% increase in revenue to $42.19 million for FY25, alongside a significant reduction in net loss. However, challenges remain with a major contract non-renewal and ongoing efforts to recover $26.6 million in misused funds.

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.

Income Asset Management Group reported a 22% revenue increase and a significant reduction in net loss for FY25, underpinned by strategic cost cuts, debt repayment, and governance enhancements. The Group also launched a new managed account product and announced key board changes.