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EDU Holdings Limited reported a remarkable turnaround in FY24 with record revenue and profit, yet faces ongoing regulatory headwinds prompting a proposed ASX delisting. The company’s strategic pivot focuses on domestic growth and operational agility.

EDU Holdings Limited plans to voluntarily delist from the ASX, citing low share liquidity and regulatory uncertainty in the international student market. The company proposes a substantial buy-back offer to provide shareholders with an exit opportunity ahead of delisting.

NEXION Group has entered a non-binding agreement to sell its Perth data centre subsidiary to Canadian firm Carrier Connect Data Solutions for AUD 2.5 million, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet.

Dropsuite Limited’s shares are suspended from ASX trading following Federal Court approval of its acquisition by NinjaOne Australia, marking a pivotal step in the company’s transition.

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield unveils a confident 2025-28 strategy targeting robust EBITDA growth, expanding retail media, and increased shareholder returns. The plan balances disciplined capital allocation with ambitious development and licensing initiatives.

Dropsuite Limited’s acquisition by NinjaOne Australia has been legally approved, triggering a suspension of trading on the ASX and a $5.90 per share cash payout to shareholders.

Emu NL has raised $300,000 through a placement of 17.6 million shares priced at 1.7 cents each, aiming to fund its exploration projects and support working capital needs.

Superloop has reached a significant milestone under its exclusive contract with Origin Energy, surpassing 200,000 broadband subscribers on its network. This achievement highlights the growing demand for wholesale internet services in Australia.

Mayne Pharma has voluntarily withdrawn a speaker presentation for its contraceptive NEXTSTELLIS® following an FDA Untitled Letter concerning promotional claims. The company confirms this does not impact sales or its planned merger with Cosette.

Mayne Pharma has addressed a sharp share price decline following the public release of an FDA Untitled Letter, confirming no undisclosed material information and reaffirming compliance with ASX rules.

The Federal Court of Australia has approved the scheme of arrangement for NinjaOne’s acquisition of Dropsuite, setting the stage for a $5.90 per share cash payout to shareholders and imminent suspension of trading on the ASX.

Bass Oil Limited has announced a $3.1 million rights issue to fund key projects including recommissioning a gas facility in Australia and drilling an oil well in Indonesia, aiming to significantly increase production and cash flow.

Bass Oil Limited has acquired the Vanessa gas field from Beach Energy, marking its entry into gas production in Australia’s Cooper Basin. The company is raising $3.1 million to fund this acquisition alongside other growth initiatives.

Queste Communications reported a strong cash inflow from investing activities in April 2025, driven by a $3 million receipt linked to the termination of an iron-ore royalty. The company ended the month with a robust cash position of over $4.1 million.

Genetic Technologies Limited has officially exited external administration following the effectuation of a Deed of Company Arrangement, marking a significant shift in its corporate governance and creditor relations.

The Takeovers Panel has received a contentious application from Keybridge Capital challenging Yowie Group’s recent private share placement, alleging breaches of takeover laws amid internal disputes within Keybridge.

Health and Plant Protein Group Ltd (HPP) has received a US$3.38 million tax refund from the US IRS linked to its 2023 US subsidiary sale, slightly exceeding prior estimates. The company plans to return surplus assets to shareholders and pursue strategic growth opportunities under a leaner cost structure.

Melbana Energy reports steady oil production from its Alameda-2 well with over 15,000 barrels stored and prepares to drill the Amistad-2 well imminently, advancing its Block 9 development in Cuba.

Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (QRI) declared a distribution for April 2025, delivering an annualized return of 7.60% based on its net tangible assets. The fund continues to focus on real estate loans secured by mortgages across Australia, aiming to provide steady monthly income.

WCM Global Growth Limited has announced an increased fully franked dividend for Q3 FY2025, alongside a progressive dividend policy forecasting steady growth through FY2026. The company’s strong investment performance underpins this confident outlook.

Burley Minerals has successfully closed a significantly oversubscribed entitlement offer, raising more than $1.1 million to advance its iron ore and lithium projects in Australia and Canada.

Babylon Pump & Power is set to acquire Matrix Hydro Services, enhancing its water management capabilities in Western Australia’s mining sector, supported by a $3.5 million entitlement offer.

Patriot Resources is set to begin a 6,250-metre reverse circulation drilling program at its Katwaro copper-gold project in Zambia, aiming to extend high-grade mineralisation along an 8km strike. The campaign targets promising zones identified in previous sampling and mapping.

RareX Limited has successfully raised A$2.7 million through a share placement, attracting strong institutional support to advance its rare earths exploration projects in Australia and Kenya.