Latest Regulatory Scrutiny News

The Takeovers Panel has directed Emu NL and its former directors to cover a combined $41,712 in costs incurred by Wayburn Holdings during takeover proceedings, underscoring ongoing regulatory scrutiny.

Viridis Mining and Minerals Limited has had its trading suspension lifted following its response to media speculation and an ASX price and volume query.

Viridis Mining and Minerals Limited has addressed ASX concerns following unusual trading linked to a Brazilian environmental recommendation on its Colossus Project. The company remains confident in securing the project's Preliminary License despite the non-binding recommendation.

Venus Metals has flagged potential regulatory concerns after QGold purchased shares above its stated takeover offer price, prompting calls for market clarity ahead of a formal shareholder response.

C29 Metals has explained a delayed filing of a director interest notice as an isolated administrative oversight, reaffirming its compliance policies.

Reef Casino Trust’s takeover bid by Iris Cairns Property faces a regulatory hurdle as Queensland’s Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation delays suitability investigations, pushing the offer period beyond March 2026.

Iress Limited has responded to an ASX price query, denying any undisclosed information behind recent share price movements while acknowledging ongoing strategic discussions.

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.

Dusk Group Limited has addressed an ASX compliance query regarding the delayed disclosure of a director’s interest change, attributing the lapse to an administrative oversight while reaffirming its commitment to regulatory compliance.

Northern Minerals has applied to defer its 2025 AGM as it awaits regulatory review over potential foreign investment breaches, underscoring heightened scrutiny on shareholder compliance.

The Star Entertainment Group has secured crucial regulatory approvals to convert a $300 million strategic investment by Bally’s Corporation and Investment Holdings into equity, setting the stage for board changes and a path toward financial recovery.