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Super funds to reap returns from $2.2bn biotech exit

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  TUESDAY, 7 JUL 2026
Brandon Capital, a life sciences venture capital firm has exited from its investment in Myricx Bio, following its agreement to be acquired by Novartis for US$1.5 billion ($2.2bn). The exit will generate a significant return for investors, Brandon Capital ...

ARK Invest awards local distribution mandate

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 3 JUL 2026
Cathie Wood's ARK Investment Management has chosen Associate Global Partners (AGP) to help distribute its venture capital strategy to Australian wholesale investors. ARK Venture Fund, which is set to launch in Australia this month, is an actively ...

Investors Mutual founders launch new venture

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 2 JUL 2026
The former investment director and founder of Investors Mutual (IML) Anton Tagliaferro is launching a new fund management business, focussing on small caps, with a new fund already made available for investors. Fundamental Investment Management's ...

Five V Capital welcomes new C-suite appointment

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 1 JUL 2026
The Sydney-based boutique investment manager focussing on venture capital and private equity has welcomed a new member to its executive line up. Larissa Reyes has joined Five V Capital as chief people officer, brining over two decades of experience ...

NZ Super names private equity lead

VINNY VUCAGO  |  MONDAY, 29 JUN 2026
... approximately NZ$93 billion portfolio. The appointment follows the fund's recent commitment of NZ$35 million to Movac's latest venture capital fund, continuing its support for New Zealand's technology sector. Earlier this year, the NZ Super Fund was ...

VFMC names head of property

STAFF WRITER  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUN 2026
... than 17 years' experience in the property industry, spanning investment and asset management, transactions, joint venture management, valuations, development, asset stabilisation, and funds and mandate management. Mark Aarons, VFMC head of asset ...

Evergreen founder exits Ascalon Capital

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 22 JUN 2026
... shortly after acquiring the consulting firm last year. Ashton confirmed she has left Ascalon and will soon work on a new venture. Ascalon acquired Evergreen Consultants in late 2025 in a bid to strengthen its position in the domestic wealth management ...

Powerhouse Ventures partners with European fund manager

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 22 JUN 2026
... capabilities," Powerhouse said. The co-managed CIO Fund, which officially launched in May under subsidiary Powerhouse Venture Partners, will soon transition into a feeder structure for Australian investors. It is currently under an Australian corporate ...

Start-ups, small businesses win CGT reform carveouts

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 19 JUN 2026
... risk taking and investment in the Budget, including two-year loss carry back, loss refundability for start-ups, expanded venture capital incentives, and making the instant asset write off permanent," Chalmers said. Additionally, Treasury will introduce ...

Soul Patts to pocket $1.89bn from Brickworks divestment

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 18 JUN 2026
... Soul Pattinson & Co is set to receive $1.89 billion after agreeing to divest its stake in Brickworks' industrial joint venture property trusts to Goodman Group, freeing up capital for future investment opportunities. The transaction will see Soul Patts ...