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Receivers and administrators have been appointed to 54 pharmacies within the Infinity Retail Pharmacy Group, catching Paragon Care off guard despite ongoing debt restructuring talks. The company pledges to support an orderly resolution to maximise creditor returns.

Bapcor Limited has appointed Chris Wilesmith as its new CEO and Managing Director, signaling a strategic leadership shift aimed at accelerating growth in the automotive aftermarket sector.

OMG Group has achieved over $3 million in sales for the first half of FY2026, marking its strongest half-year performance since new management took charge. The company is poised for further growth with upcoming marketing campaigns and retail partnerships.

FireFly Metals has successfully raised approximately A$139 million through a multi-part equity raising, significantly bolstering its cash reserves to advance its flagship Green Bay Copper-Gold Project in Newfoundland. The company also closed its oversubscribed Share Purchase Plan early, reflecting strong investor demand.

Freightways Group Limited is set to acquire VT Freight Express for A$71 million, marking a strategic expansion into Australia's B2B express delivery market. The acquisition is expected to boost earnings and complement Freightways’ existing B2C operations.

Wellnex Life reports encouraging early results from its turnaround strategy, posting a modest EBITDA profit and robust sales growth for its Pain Away brand.

Yugo Metals Limited has secured a dual listing on Germany’s Frankfurt and Dusseldorf Stock Exchanges, enhancing its access to European investors, while initial drilling at its Sinjakovo Project in Bosnia-Herzegovina reveals encouraging silver-lead-zinc mineralisation.

Contact Energy's November 2025 report reveals increased electricity and gas sales alongside higher generation costs, while significant renewable projects advance on schedule.

Meridian Energy's November 2025 report reveals record-high hydro inflows and storage, alongside increased electricity demand and retail sales across all segments, signaling robust operational momentum.

Dexus Convenience Retail REIT reports a $20.2 million uplift in portfolio valuation for H2 2025, driven by cap rate compression and steady rental growth. The update signals strong investor demand for stable retail assets.

Oliver’s Real Food reported a notable 6.5% rise in same-store sales for November 2025 alongside a 22% reduction in expenses, signaling improved operational efficiency. Despite a slight revenue dip year-to-date, the company’s profitability metrics show encouraging signs as it heads into the holiday season.

Vection Technologies reports a record quarter-to-date cash intake of approximately $14 million and a robust $50 million forward pipeline, underscoring strong momentum across defence, AI, healthcare, and retail sectors.