Latest Boardroom Shifts News

Lithium Universe Limited appoints Iggy Tan as full-time CEO and Executive Chairman, signalling a strategic push to fast-track lithium refinery projects and innovative recycling technologies.

Perenti Limited has appointed Dr Vanessa Torres as its new Managing Director and CEO, succeeding Mark Norwell. With over 25 years of global mining leadership experience, Torres is set to lead Perenti into its next chapter of growth and diversification.

Buru Energy’s CEO Thomas Nador resigns due to health reasons, with interim leadership stepping in as the company advances its Rafael Gas Project.

Xenitra Limited has secured a $30 million AUD sales agreement for Danone products with Rockcheck Group and established its Australian subsidiary as an authorised supplier, marking a major step in its China market strategy.

Variscan Mines announces the resignation of CEO Stewart Dickson and the appointment of Tom Kent as executive director, signaling a strategic shift following the San Jose Mine Restart Study.

EML Payments has appointed Adam Olding as its Global CEO, marking a pivotal step in its EML 2.0 transformation and signalling strengthened leadership to drive growth. Concurrently, regulatory developments around its Australian banking licence application introduce new compliance dynamics.

Webjet Group announces the resignation of CEO Katrina Barry, who led the company through a major demerger and strategic overhaul. The company reaffirms its FY26 EBITDA guidance despite ongoing leadership changes.

Excelsior Capital Limited has announced a further fully franked special dividend of over $10 million amid its ongoing winding up process, alongside key board changes and plans for final capital returns.

Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth has initiated a second unconditional off-market takeover bid for 5.5% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at a significant premium, aiming to increase his stake and influence in the company.

Coronado Global Resources has announced the resignation of CEO Douglas Thompson, appointing former CEO and current Executive Chair Gerry Spindler as interim leader. The board also welcomes Greg Pritchard as the new Chair.

Lodestar Minerals has appointed Executive Director Coraline Blaud as CEO, positioning the company to capitalise on its expanding exploration projects across multiple continents.

Surefire Resources has revealed a promising new gold discovery at its Yidby project in Western Australia, with surface samples showing grades up to 12.04 g/t Au in a previously unexplored Albitite lithology. This discovery validates historic data and opens a fresh corridor for exploration.