Latest Board Governance News

The Australian Treasurer has approved Hanwha Corporation’s increase of its direct equity stake in Austal Limited from 9.9% to 19.9%, setting the stage for potential strategic partnerships as Austal rides a wave of record revenues and defence contracts.

Nex Metals Explorations has secured a landmark profit-sharing and rehabilitation agreement with an Aboriginal corporation for its Kookynie Gold Tailings Project, while strategically entering Egypt’s Eastern Desert gold district with promising production potential.

Group One Capital Limited reports initial $600,000 fee income from its subsidiary FSU Capital, with a $16 million fee pipeline and refreshed board governance signaling strategic momentum.

Andromeda Metals has responded to ASX queries regarding its commissioned East Coast Research report, clarifying compliance with disclosure rules and differences in project assumptions.

Senetas Corporation has reported a transformative FY2025 with a $27.8 million net profit driven by the divestment of its Votiro business, while its core network encryption operations remain profitable and cash generative.

SciDev Limited reported a 5% revenue decline in FY25 but secured major contracts and reaffirmed strong growth guidance for FY26. Key proprietary technologies like CatChek™ and PFAS treatment are driving expansion.

Tourism Holdings Limited (thl) reported a statutory net loss of $25.8 million for FY25 amid challenging market conditions but posted an underlying profit of $28.7 million. The company’s growth roadmap aims to exceed $100 million in annualised NPAT within four years, driven by rental expansion and operational efficiencies.

PWR Holdings Limited posted a 6.7% revenue decline and a 60.6% drop in net profit for FY2025, impacted by contract completions and factory relocation. Despite short-term setbacks, the company is investing heavily in new facilities, aerospace growth, and sustainability initiatives.

Lovisa Holdings has appointed John Cheston as Global CEO and Managing Director, alongside Mark McInnes as Executive Deputy Chairman, signaling a strategic push for global growth.

Soul Patts and Brickworks have announced a transformative merger to create Washington H. Soul Pattinson, a new $14 billion ASX-listed company that promises enhanced liquidity and a diversified portfolio.

IVE Group Limited has scheduled its half-year financial results release for February 24, 2025, alongside a notable governance change with Paul Selig moving from Executive to Non-Executive Director.