Latest Regulatory News

Imugene Limited has received a $5.87 million R&D tax refund, reinforcing its capacity to advance clinical trials in immuno-oncology. This funding milestone supports the development of its innovative cancer therapies, including CAR T cell treatments and oncolytic virotherapy.

Rimfire Pacific Mining has requested a voluntary suspension of its shares on the ASX following an arbitration loss against Golden Plains Resources, signaling a period of uncertainty as the company assesses the impact.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has signaled no opposition to DP World Australia’s acquisition of Silk Logistics, advancing the deal but leaving key approvals pending.

Cleanaway Waste Management has secured regulatory approval to acquire Contract Resources, positioning itself as a leader in specialised industrial waste services. The deal, set to complete by the end of July, aims to accelerate growth in the decommissioning and remediation market.

Marvel Gold Limited has extended the completion date for the sale of its Mali gold projects to August 2025 due to ongoing regulatory delays, signaling cautious navigation of complex local approvals.

New World Resources Limited has agreed to a Takeovers Panel undertaking restricting share issuance to Central Asia Metals PLC pending regulatory proceedings. This move follows an application by Kinterra Capital and could influence the company’s capital raising plans.

The ACCC has approved Cleanaway’s acquisition of Contract Resources, finding no significant threat to competition in Australia’s industrial and waste management sectors. The decision highlights the resilience of competition, especially in the oil and gas services market.

Highfield Resources reports steady progress on a proposed $300 million equity placement with Qinghai Salt Lake, aiming to accelerate its flagship Muga and Southey potash projects. While due diligence advances, no binding deal is yet secured.

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.

Lightning Minerals has initiated site preparations for a Phase 1 drilling campaign at the Mt Turner Gold Project in Queensland, aiming to unlock deeper gold mineralisation beneath historic pits. The move follows a recent funding boost and is part of the company’s proposed acquisition of Lotus Minerals.

Capricorn Metals capped FY25 with a strong Q4 at Karlawinda, delivering gold production at the upper guidance range while pushing forward major development milestones.

Lanthanein Resources Ltd is raising $2.1 million through a fully underwritten entitlement offer, proposing a 30, 1 share consolidation and a rebrand to Fortuna Metals Ltd. The capital raise aims to fund exploration and working capital, but will dilute existing shareholders by approximately 50% if they do not participate.