Latest Regulatory News

Aquirian Limited has completed a strategic review of its Wubin Energetics Precinct and entered a framework agreement with Hongda Civil Blasting Group to establish a joint venture for an automated electronic detonator facility in Western Australia.

Jade Gas Holdings has appointed industry veteran Chris Newport as Managing Director to spearhead its transition from exploration to production in Mongolia’s coal bed methane sector. Newport’s extensive global experience is expected to accelerate the company’s commercialisation efforts ahead of first gas output.

Moho Resources has identified a significant 1.4km by 250m gold anomaly at its Bush Chook Project in Western Australia, with plans to begin drilling as early as November 2025. This discovery, near AIM Mining’s Blue Spec deposit, marks a promising step in Moho’s exploration campaign.

New Frontier Minerals has finalised drill targets for a maiden reverse circulation program at its Harts Range Heavy Rare Earth and Niobium Project, with regulatory approvals imminent and drilling poised to begin.

Platina Resources has identified five promising target zones at its Mt McKenna Gold Project in Western Australia, setting the stage for imminent drilling after securing key approvals and completing detailed surveys.

Pepper Money and KKR have agreed to acquire Westpac’s RAMS home loan portfolio, marking a significant move in Australia’s mortgage servicing landscape. The $21.4 billion portfolio acquisition aligns with Pepper Money’s strategy to expand its capital-light servicing business.

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 net profit for FY25, underpinned by strong deposit growth and ongoing digital transformation, while advancing ambitious sustainability targets.

Westpac reported a resilient full-year 2025 performance with modest profit decline, robust loan and deposit growth, and ongoing strategic initiatives aimed at simplifying operations and enhancing customer experience.

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.