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Bounty Oil & Gas has clarified that no undisclosed information explains the recent surge in its share trading, linking activity to an ongoing Federal Court hearing on the PEP 11 project now adjourned to Sydney.

Regis Healthcare acknowledges the Australian Government’s recent announcement to increase aged care funding through higher AN-ACC prices and hotelling supplements, aimed at supporting wage rises for care workers. The company is currently assessing the financial implications of these changes.

Cann Group Limited has disclosed a late payment of over $1.37 million in interest and facility fees to National Australia Bank, which has issued a non-waiver letter but is holding off on immediate action. The company is actively negotiating financing arrangements and plans to update the market by the end of September 2025.

KMD Brands has launched a comprehensive transformation strategy aimed at unlocking brand potential and driving sustainable growth through cost reductions, product innovation, and digital acceleration.

Mayfield Childcare Limited reported a modest underlying EBITDA loss for the first half of 2025 amid occupancy challenges and acquisition underperformance. The company’s operational overhaul and targeted investments signal a cautious but hopeful recovery trajectory.

Yandal Resources has clarified that a recent spike in its share price follows a significant off-market block trade, with no undisclosed material information influencing the market. The company also signals imminent drilling activity at its Ironstone Well-Barwidgee Gold Project.

Star Minerals Limited addresses a sharp rise in its share price and trading volume, attributing the movement to pending assay results from recent drilling activities. The company confirms compliance with ASX disclosure rules while preparing to release interpreted data.

Universal Biosensors has extended the due diligence period with major investor Viburnum Funds as it continues to negotiate a secured loan facility, with no binding commitment yet reached.

Star Minerals Limited has voluntarily suspended trading on the ASX pending an important announcement related to assay results and a price query. The suspension is expected to last until 20 August or until the announcement is released.

Platinum Asia Investments Limited has updated the ex-date and record date for its special dividend, pending court approval scheduled for mid-August. The dividend payment is set for September, with currency options and final amounts to be confirmed.

Tyro Payments has acknowledged unsolicited acquisition interest but maintains that current offers undervalue the company. The board remains open to discussions that could unlock shareholder value.

Platinum Asia Investments Limited has announced a special dividend of AUD 0.1992 per share, pending court approval and final confirmation post-scheme valuation. The payment is scheduled for September 2025 with a significant franked component.