Latest Regulatory Challenges News

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has been hit with a $50 million operational risk capital charge by APRA, while AUSTRAC launches an enforcement investigation into serious AML/CTF breaches. The bank commits to intensifying risk management efforts amid regulatory scrutiny.

Central Petroleum has signed a binding Letter of Intent with Northern Territory's Power and Water Corporation to fast-track drilling of four wells and establish long-term gas supply agreements through 2034.

Kingsland Minerals has initiated a Pre-feasibility Study for its Leliyn Graphite Project, partnering with Quinbrook to test graphite concentrate for battery anode applications. This marks a significant step toward developing a world-scale graphite operation in the Northern Territory.

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT appoints Michael Juniper as CEO, signaling a strategic push into advanced data centre development amid rising cloud and AI demand. Chris Maher shifts focus to government relations, underscoring regulatory challenges ahead.

SDI Limited reported a steady FY2025 with a slight profit increase, driven by growth in aesthetic and whitening products and the launch of its new amalgam replacement, Stela. The company also announced plans for a new factory to boost production capacity.

Reef Casino Trust has lodged a supplementary statement revealing delays in regulatory approvals that are likely to extend the takeover bid timeline by Iris Cairns Property. The board maintains its recommendation to accept the offer despite the uncertainty.

A former director of Emu NL has lodged a formal application with the Takeovers Panel, contesting the legitimacy of a recent $1.4 million institutional placement and alleging undisclosed attempts to influence board control.

Sunshine Metals Limited will lift its trading suspension on 24 November 2025 following a key Supreme Court ruling. Investors await details on the court outcome that triggered the suspension.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited has reaffirmed its position as the world’s largest metallurgical coal export facility with full contracted capacity through 2028 and unveiled detailed plans for a significant terminal expansion.

Nufarm Limited has announced Rico Christensen as its new CEO, effective January 2026, succeeding Greg Hunt who will stay on as advisor until mid-2026. Christensen brings three decades of global agricultural sector expertise and a strong operational focus.

Solvar Limited reported solid FY25 results with profit growth, a significant dividend hike, and a positive outlook for FY26 driven by loan originations and commercial lending expansion.

Sarama Resources Ltd reported a $1.9 million loss for the first nine months of 2025 while securing A$2.7 million in equity funding and advancing a $242 million arbitration claim against Burkina Faso over mining permit expropriation.