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Orthocell has completed its first Remplir™ surgical case in Hong Kong, marking a pivotal step in its Asian commercialisation strategy. The launch at the Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association Congress and partnership with MontsMed set the stage for broader regional growth.

Panther Metals Ltd has announced a non-renounceable rights issue to raise $817,000, primarily to fund exploration at its Laverton Gold Project and other assets. The move reflects strong board confidence with key directors fully participating.

JAYRIDE Group Limited is advancing its transformation into a scalable Mobility-as-a-Service platform, securing new funding and expanding its SaaS footprint across the Asia-Pacific region.

Santana Minerals has lodged a comprehensive Fast-track Approvals application for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project in New Zealand, aiming for development consents by the end of the 2026 financial year. The project promises significant economic and employment benefits for the Central Otago region.

Critical Resources Limited has strategically expanded its Mavis Lake Lithium Project in Ontario by staking an additional 80 km² of highly prospective land, increasing its footprint to over 400 km². This move strengthens its position in a key lithium and multi-commodity corridor ahead of anticipated market upswings.

Westpac has agreed to sell its $21.4 billion RAMS mortgage portfolio to a consortium led by Pepper Money, KKR, and PIMCO, aiming to simplify operations and boost capital ratios despite an expected loss on sale.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a solid $6.9 billion statutory net profit for 2025, maintaining strong capital and credit quality while increasing dividends. The bank’s ongoing transformation and disciplined growth underpin its outlook amid evolving economic conditions.

Westpac Banking Corporation has announced a fully franked final dividend of AUD 0.77 per share for the half-year ending September 2025, with a Dividend Reinvestment Plan available to eligible shareholders.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a slight 1% decline in net profit to $6.916 billion for 2025, while maintaining a strong capital position and progressing its UNITE transformation program. The bank declared a fully franked final dividend of 77 cents per share, underscoring its commitment to shareholder returns amid ongoing economic challenges.

Skin Elements Limited reports successful completion of key product evaluations and secures $2.5 million placement to fuel growth and commercialisation in 2026.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited has announced a 1.5% discount on shares acquired through its Dividend Reinvestment and Bonus Option Plans for the upcoming 2025 final dividend, signaling a subtle shift in shareholder incentives.

Locate Technologies has dispatched its Scheme Booklet to shareholders, outlining the proposed acquisition by Locate NZ and urging a vote in favour at the upcoming virtual meeting.