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Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth has initiated a second unconditional off-market takeover bid for 5.5% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at a significant premium, aiming to increase his stake and influence in the company.

Chorus Limited has set the foreign exchange rate for its HY26 interim dividend payable to Australian shareholders, confirming a payment date of 14 April 2026. The unimputed dividend and withholding tax details clarify returns for cross-border investors.

Saferoads Holdings Limited is initiating a buy-back of unmarketable share parcels under $500, offering shareholders a simple, cost-free exit at $0.10 per share. Shareholders must opt out by 30 April to retain their holdings.

Diversified United Investment Limited (DUI) has registered its Scheme Booklet with ASIC, proposing a merger with Australian United Investment Company Limited (AUI). The Independent Expert concludes the merger is in the best interests of DUI shareholders, with directors unanimously recommending a vote in favour.

Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth has initiated a second proportional takeover bid for 5.5% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at $1.30 each, offering shareholders a significant premium and cash certainty. The move underscores Ainsworth’s belief that AGI remains undervalued amid a low likelihood of competing bids.

Contact Energy Limited has updated its dividend announcement, confirming an ordinary dividend of NZD 0.16 per share and a supplementary dividend for non-New Zealand residents, payable in March 2026 with a full Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved the convening of meetings for National Storage REIT securityholders to vote on a $2.86 per security acquisition offer by a Brookfield-GIC consortium. The independent expert report supports the transaction as fair and reasonable, with the NSR Board unanimously recommending approval.

Pengana International Equities has dismissed an unauthorized announcement about management changes and outlined plans for a shareholder buy-back and potential special dividend amid its strategic review.

Little Green Pharma Ltd (ASX: LGP) has proposed a full acquisition of Cannatrek Ltd via a scheme of arrangement, creating a vertically integrated medicinal cannabis group with pro forma FY26 revenues exceeding AUD 100 million. The scheme, supported by an independent expert, offers liquidity and strategic growth opportunities amid regulatory and market risks.

AuMEGA Metals has announced a C$5.35 million capital raising via a flow-through unit offer aimed at advancing its exploration projects in Newfoundland and Labrador. The offer includes shares and warrants, targeting Canadian charity investors with tax incentives.

London City Equities Limited reported a 38% revenue increase and a $5.6 million capital gain from asset sales, while boosting liquidity to nearly 60% of its portfolio and raising dividends amid a cautious investment outlook.

HUB24 Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.36 per share for the six months ending December 2025, signalling steady returns for shareholders.