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Kip McGrath Rejects Crimson's Takeover Bid, Signals Better Offers Ahead

Kip McGrath Education Centres has firmly rejected Crimson Consulting's takeover offer, with the board unanimously recommending shareholders vote against the deal. The sticking point? The A$0.73 per share price tag simply doesn't cut it. The board argues the offer fails to reflect the company's growth potential and the benefits flowing from its operational reset. Adding to the skepticism, the offer comes loaded with conditions, and there's no guarantee they'll even be met. The company is actively hunting for superior proposals and wants shareholders to hold tight while exploring what's next.

Artrya Builds Revenue Base While Pushing Medical Devices Forward

Medical technology company Artrya is hitting its stride with a newly established commercial revenue base. The company has locked in minimum contracted revenue across three foundation customers and is sitting on a healthy $74.0 million cash position as of June 30, 2026. The real excitement lies in its product pipeline: Salix® Coronary Plaque has already launched commercially in the U.S., and the company is targeting FDA clearance for Salix® Coronary Flow by year-end. With a robust balance sheet backing its U.S. infrastructure expansion and a growing sales pipeline, Artrya appears well-positioned for the next phase of growth.

GR Engineering and Medallion Metals Team Up on $50M Mining Project

GR Engineering has landed a significant $50 million engineering, procurement, and construction contract from Medallion Metals. The project involves transforming the Cosmic Boy Concentrator into a standalone facility capable of producing copper concentrate and gold doré from the Ravensthorpe Gold Project. The groundwork is already done—site earthworks are complete, and concrete pouring kicks off in early September. The facility is designed to handle 650,000 tonnes per annum, and Medallion expects to start processing operations in October 2026, initially on third-party ore while advancing mine development at Kundip with first production targeted for the second quarter of 2027.

Collins Foods Celebrates Record Year, Eyes European Growth

Collins Foods wrapped up FY26 with record revenue and profit, marking a standout year for the restaurant operator. The company successfully exited Taco Bell, expecting a gain of $20-22 million from the exit. Germany emerged as a bright spot with strong growth, while the Netherlands remains a focus area for profitability improvements. Early trading data for FY27 shows total company sales up 6.6% in the first 17 weeks, with KFC sales climbing 6.4% in Australia and surging 44% in Germany, though the Netherlands saw a 2.5% dip. On the board front, the company appointed a new Chair and saw two directors retire. The outlook remains optimistic, with management targeting disciplined growth and strong shareholder returns.