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Peninsula Energy has won a Supreme Court ruling validating a contentious nearly 20 million share issuance from February despite prospectus lapses, prompting a request to lift its trading suspension.

Australian Clinical Labs has been hit with a class action lawsuit linked to a 2022 cyberattack on Medlab Pathology, alleging breaches of consumer law and duty of care. The company denies the claims and plans a vigorous defence.

Collins Foods has formalised a settlement deed to resolve a long-running employee class action over 10-minute rest breaks, with Federal Court approval still pending.

PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (ANTAM) reported a historic financial year in 2025, with revenue up 22% and net profit more than doubling to Rp7.92 trillion, driven by strong domestic demand and operational efficiency. The company also navigates evolving Indonesian mining regulations and ongoing legal challenges as it invests in downstream nickel projects.

Lion Selection Group Limited has reported a robust half-year profit of $36.6 million, driven by strategic investments in Australian mining companies amid a resurging resources boom. The company also declared a fully franked dividend, signalling confidence in its portfolio and market outlook.

The Lottery Corporation is reshaping its executive team and operating model to sharpen focus on digital expansion and local market growth, effective July 2026.

Novatti Group Limited has reported a striking turnaround to a $3.8 million profit in the first half of 2026, despite a 42% drop in revenue. The fintech’s strategic divestments and reclassification of its AUDC investment signal a pivotal shift in its growth trajectory.

Coles Group reported a 2.5% revenue increase to $23.7 billion for the half year ended January 2026, driven by strong supermarket sales, but earnings were weighed down by a $235 million provision linked to a Fair Work Ombudsman ruling. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 41 cents per share.

NOVONIX Limited posted a $92.7 million net loss for 2025 while progressing its synthetic graphite anode materials business and preparing to divest its Battery Technology Solutions segment.

Super Retail Group reported a 4.2% revenue increase to $2.19 billion for the first half of FY26, driven by store expansion and online sales growth, while net profit declined nearly 20% due to higher costs and promotional activity.

Foresta Group Holdings reported a 12% increase in its half-year loss to nearly $2 million as it progresses its pioneering wood pellet and pine chemicals project in New Zealand, securing key lease agreements and finalising a $2.4 million insurance settlement.

Transurban Group posted robust half-year results for December 2025, with revenue climbing 8.1% and profit rebounding to $343 million. The company also declared a 34-cent interim distribution, underpinned by strong cash flow and key project milestones.