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The Australian Government has increased financial support thresholds for Viva Energy’s Geelong Refinery, reflecting rising operating costs and reinforcing domestic fuel security through the decade.

Ampol has welcomed key amendments to the Fuel Security Services Payment scheme and postponed refinery maintenance to increase domestic fuel production amid global supply disruptions.

Infotrust has agreed to acquire Canberra-based Catalyst Cyber, marking a strategic push into federal government cyber security markets with an expected earnings boost from the deal.

Infotrust Ltd reported a significant $16.5 million half-year loss driven by a $15.6 million impairment on its Cloud and Communications segment, which it plans to divest for up to $50 million. The move refocuses the company on its core Cyber Security business amid steady revenue growth.

Viva Energy Group Limited reported a significant net loss for 2025, driven by retail asset impairments, yet underlying profits and strategic investments signal resilience and a clear path forward.

Infotrust has agreed to sell its Cloud & Communications segment, Nexgen, to Aussie Broadband for $50 million, marking a decisive pivot towards cyber security. The move prompts withdrawal of FY26 earnings guidance as the company reshapes its future.

Intelligent Monitoring Group Limited has significantly reduced its half-year loss while increasing revenue and adjusted EBITDA, driven by organic growth and key acquisitions in Australia and New Zealand.

Aura Consolidated Group and Qoria Limited have announced a merger to create AXQ, a global leader in digital safety and cybersecurity, backed by a US$75 million equity raise and targeting strong growth and innovation.

Intelligent Monitoring Group (IMG) is set to acquire Bluesky Holdco, owner of Tyco New Zealand and Red Wolf Security, in a deal expected to boost FY26 EBITDA by 28.3%. This move significantly strengthens IMG’s commercial security and fire services presence across Australasia.

Intelligent Monitoring Group has agreed to acquire Tyco NZ and Red Wolf for NZD 45 million, significantly boosting its New Zealand presence and FY26 earnings outlook.

Intelligent Monitoring Group (IMG) reported robust FY25 results with $38.4m EBITDA and an 8.2% earnings rise, while projecting up to 24% EBITDA growth in FY26 fueled by AI innovations and key acquisitions.

Scout Security has raised a further $220,000 through a share placement, bringing total capital raised to $820,000, as it works toward resolving its trading suspension.