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IVE Group has raised its FY25 underlying NPAT guidance to approximately $52 million, driven by margin expansion despite a slight revenue dip. The company also outlined ambitious growth plans targeting $1.25 billion in revenue by 2030, focusing on diversified, sustainable marketing solutions.

Astron Corporation is set to redomicile from Hong Kong to Australia, establishing a new Australian parent company and simplifying shareholder engagement. This move aims to align governance with local standards and boost investor confidence.

Kip McGrath Education Centres has appointed Melinda Smith as CEO and Managing Director, signaling a new leadership era ahead of its 50th anniversary. Smith’s extensive experience in education and government sectors positions her to lead the company’s growth ambitions from the second half of 2025.

The Calmer Co. has secured a major retail milestone by launching its Fiji Kava 50g Instant Kava product across Woolworths supermarkets nationwide, significantly broadening its Australian footprint.

Hazer Group has raised A$8 million through a share placement and launched a A$2 million Share Purchase Plan to accelerate its clean hydrogen and graphite technology commercialisation.

Unith Limited reports a remarkable 1100% increase in users on its Digital Humans platform over the past year, driven by organic growth and strategic global partnerships. The company is poised to accelerate growth with upcoming marketing campaigns and high-profile industry events.

Meridian Energy’s May 2025 report reveals rising hydro storage levels and a dip in national electricity demand, alongside mixed retail sales performance and lower generation prices.

Ventia Services Group has locked in a $100 million, five-year contract with Tuatahi First Fibre, reinforcing its role as a key player in New Zealand's fibre infrastructure landscape.

Ioneer Ltd has raised approximately US$16 million through a strongly supported placement to advance its Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project, complemented by a Share Purchase Plan targeting an additional US$3.3 million. This funding is pivotal for progressing environmental permitting, project readiness, and strategic partnerships.

The Reject Shop Limited has announced a special fully franked dividend of AUD 0.77 per share, contingent on the approval of its acquisition by Dollarama Inc. Key dates for the dividend include an ex-dividend date of 4 July and payment on 14 July 2025.

The Reject Shop has announced a fully franked special dividend of $0.77 per share as part of its acquisition by Dollarama, boosting the total transaction consideration to $6.68 per share.

Accent Group reports a modest decline in like-for-like sales and margin compression in the second half of FY25, setting full-year EBIT guidance between $108 million and $111 million.