Latest Regulatory Decisions News

The Takeovers Panel has decided not to declare unacceptable circumstances following Keybridge Capital's challenge to Yowie Group's off-market takeover bid, which has now been withdrawn.

The Takeovers Panel has declined to find unacceptable circumstances in two recent applications concerning Yowie Group's share placement and related fund unit issues, providing clarity on governance and control matters.

Kingsrose Mining advances its Finnmark exploration with promising new magnetic and conductive anomalies, while BHP withdraws from Central Finland to concentrate resources. Leadership changes and a robust cash position set the stage for an active year ahead.

PainChek has completed its final FDA submission for the PainChek Adult App, targeting the US long-term care market with a potential $100 million annual opportunity. A regulatory decision is expected within 75 days, setting the stage for rapid commercialisation.

The Virginia Supreme Court has affirmed the State Corporation Commission’s decision to deny a toll rate increase for the Dulles Greenway, owned by Atlas Arteria. Meanwhile, a related federal case alleging constitutional violations will now proceed.

The Takeovers Panel has declined to intervene in the ongoing control tussle for New World Resources, despite concerns over delayed disclosure and contested share acquisitions.

The Takeovers Panel has decided not to proceed with an application challenging Keybridge Capital’s board decisions amid Yowie Group’s takeover bid, citing prior rulings and no unacceptable circumstances.

The ACCC has approved DP World Australia’s acquisition of Silk Logistics, concluding it won’t significantly harm competition in container stevedoring and logistics services. The decision follows a thorough investigation into potential market impacts.

The Takeovers Panel has introduced a gradual lifting of voting restrictions on ARN Media's 6.83% stake in Southern Cross Media, following Sandon Capital's push to influence board control.

Silk Logistics Holdings and DP World Australia have agreed to push back the deadline for their acquisition deal, awaiting a key regulatory decision from the ACCC.

The Takeovers Panel has declined to review its earlier decision on Keybridge Capital's board reshuffle, dismissing Yowie Group's challenge and signaling a firm stance on takeover conduct.

Augustus Minerals has secured a key position in the Mt Kare Gold Project by acquiring ACM Contract Mining PNG Ltd, positioning itself second-in-line for the exploration license in Papua New Guinea.