Latest Independent Expert Reports News

The Takeovers Panel has accepted an undertaking from betr Entertainment, addressing key disclosure and structural concerns in its takeover bid for PointsBet, while declining to declare unacceptable circumstances.

Beonic Limited has raised A$3.74 million through convertible notes, anchored by its largest shareholder, to accelerate growth, refinance debt, and support a major North African project.

Peak Rare Earths Limited shareholders are set to vote on a scheme of arrangement proposing acquisition by Shenghe Resources (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., valuing Peak at approximately A$158 million and offering a substantial premium over recent trading prices.

Warriedar Resources has appointed BDO Corporate Finance Australia to assess the proposed acquisition by Capricorn Metals, with a detailed Independent Expert Report due in late September 2025.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Brickworks Limited have unveiled plans to merge via inter-conditional schemes, creating a new ASX-listed entity, Topco. The combination promises enhanced liquidity, portfolio diversification, and a stronger balance sheet, with expert endorsement affirming its benefits for shareholders.

Donaco International shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a scheme of arrangement for On Nut Road Limited to acquire the company at a significant premium, setting the stage for a major ownership change pending court approval.

Silk Logistics Holdings shareholders overwhelmingly approved the $174.5 million acquisition by DP World Australia, endorsing a 45.6% premium cash offer. The deal now awaits final court approval to complete by mid-August.

Whitebark Energy has confirmed a substantial update to its prospective hydrocarbon resources in South Australia's Officer Basin, with an independent assessment revealing 4.3 trillion cubic feet of gas and 1.3 billion barrels of liquids across key permits.

Vonex Limited has taken a key step in its acquisition by Maxo Telecommunications, lodging a draft Scheme Booklet with ASIC that includes an independent expert’s report. This move brings the proposed takeover closer to shareholder approval and regulatory clearance.

Ainsworth Game Technology shareholders will vote on a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by Novomatic AG, offering $1.00 cash per share including a potential fully franked dividend. The deal, valued at a 35% premium, awaits court approval in September.

Centrex Limited and its subsidiary Agriflex Pty Ltd have entered a Deed of Company Arrangement (DOCA) with PRL Group Limited set to acquire 100% of Centrex shares, pending court approval. An independent expert report values Centrex shares at nil on a liquidation basis, while mineral assets are valued at A$5.6 million.

Gold Road Resources has agreed to a $3.40 per share acquisition by Gold Fields, combining fixed and variable cash components tied to Northern Star shares. Meanwhile, Gruyere mine production remains steady, with costs edging higher and strong cash flow underpinning the company’s financial position.