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Seven West Media Limited shares have been suspended from the ASX following court approval of its acquisition by Southern Cross Media Group, marking a significant shift in Australian media ownership.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
24 Dec 2025
Southern Cross Media Group has secured legal approval to acquire Seven West Media, marking a significant consolidation in Australia's media landscape. Seven West Media shares will be suspended as the scheme moves to implementation.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
24 Dec 2025
The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved the acquisition of Seven West Media by Southern Cross Media, marking a major consolidation in Australian media. SWM shares will be suspended from trading as shareholders prepare to receive Southern Cross shares in early January.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
24 Dec 2025
The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved Southern Cross Media's acquisition of Seven West Media, setting the stage for a significant media industry consolidation early next year.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
23 Dec 2025
Seven West Media shareholders convened on 22 December 2025 to vote on a landmark acquisition by Southern Cross Media Group, potentially reshaping Australia's media landscape. The proposed scheme promises a combined media powerhouse spanning television, digital, audio, and publishing.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
22 Dec 2025
Southern Cross Media Group has secured crucial ACMA approval for its proposed merger with Seven West Media, advancing a major consolidation in Australia’s media landscape. The deal now moves closer to final shareholder approval.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
27 Nov 2025
IVE Group Limited reported a robust FY25 with significant profit growth and margin expansion, driven by strategic logistics expansions and the rising Lasoo e-commerce platform. Despite a softer FY26 start, the company maintains steady dividends and growth ambitions.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
25 Nov 2025
The ACCC has given informal clearance for the merger between Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media, marking a key regulatory milestone. The deal still awaits shareholder and ACMA approvals before completion.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
13 Nov 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has given the green light to Southern Cross Media’s proposed acquisition of Seven West Media, marking a significant regulatory milestone in the evolving Australian media landscape.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
13 Nov 2025
Nine Entertainment reported a resilient FY25 with strategic transformation gains, digital subscription growth, and a major capital return following the sale of its Domain stake. Leadership changes and regulatory challenges frame its path forward.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
7 Nov 2025
NZME Limited has upgraded its FY25 Operating EBITDA guidance, signaling stronger-than-expected financial performance despite economic headwinds. The company now expects earnings between $59 million and $62 million, up from its earlier forecast.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
29 Oct 2025
Motio Limited has reported a robust Q1FY26 cash EBITDA exceeding $700,000, surpassing earlier guidance and marking over 20% growth year-on-year. The company also appointed industry veteran Justin Kingston as its new COO to spearhead commercial and operational expansion.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
22 Oct 2025