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Lifestyle Communities is extending an option for existing homeowners to adopt a revised Deferred Management Fee model following a pivotal VCAT ruling, aiming to enhance transparency and goodwill regardless of the appeal outcome.

Argenica Therapeutics has demonstrated that its lead drug candidate ARG-007 does not interfere with the clot-busting agent tenecteplase, fulfilling a critical FDA requirement and advancing its stroke therapy development.

Critica Limited has produced a second high-grade rare earth product from its Jupiter Project, achieving 86% total rare earth oxide and confirming the repeatability of its beneficiation process. This milestone reinforces Jupiter's status as Australia's premier rare earth resource amid growing global supply chain concerns.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has revealed systemic deficiencies in its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing controls following a Deloitte investigation, committing to comprehensive remediation efforts.

Sequoia Financial Group has acknowledged that ASIC’s civil penalty proceedings against its subsidiary InterPrac are material and confirmed timely disclosure to the market following formal notification.

Nufarm Limited posted a $165.3 million statutory loss for FY25, driven by significant restructuring charges and omega-3 price declines, while announcing a CEO transition effective January 2026.

Nufarm Limited reported a $165.3 million statutory loss for FY25, driven by restructuring costs in Seed Technologies despite strong Crop Protection growth. A CEO transition and refinancing moves set the stage for FY26.

Biotron Limited has launched a $1.5 million non-renounceable rights issue to fund its strategic acquisition of Sedarex Limited and support ongoing drug development programs. The capital raise follows shareholder approval and aims to diversify Biotron’s portfolio with a next-generation general anaesthetic.

Genmin Limited has launched a A$25.7 million equity raising to advance its Baniaka iron ore project in Gabon, aiming for a final investment decision by mid-2026. The raise includes strategic collaboration with PowerChina and offers attaching options to investors.

Smart Parking Limited has delivered record FY25 results, driven by strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions including its entry into the US market with Peak Parking. The company is targeting 3,000 ANPR sites globally by 2028, leveraging proprietary AI technology and a capital-light model.

Paladin Energy reported a reduced net loss of US$9.9 million for Q1 FY2026 and completed a significant A$300 million equity raise to fund key uranium projects. The company also faces shareholder class actions alleging misleading production guidance.

Block, Inc. reported robust Q3 2025 results, driven by strong Cash App and Square performance, and raised its full-year guidance. The company’s AI innovations and expanding BNPL offerings are key growth engines.