October 2026

Matsa Resources says all conditions have been satisfied for AngloGold Ashanti’s acquisition of five Lake Carey tenements, putting a further A$45 million payment within 15 business days. The final settlement amount has not yet been received.

Kingsrose Mining has secured the key Finnish approvals needed to advance drilling at Area 6 of its Penikat project, with a January 2027 start still targeted. Appeals remain possible until 20 November, but a separate enforcement order could allow restricted drilling while any challenge is heard.

Alfabs has carried its cash-generation reset into FY27, producing $2.4 million of free cash flow and cutting net debt to $35.5 million in the September quarter. Mining hire rates strengthened, but weak engineering demand and unfinished debt refinancing still stand between the company and a dividend restart.

Antimony Resources has begun processing about 200 tonnes of Chinantla material through its Tecomatlán plant in Mexico, marking its first plant-scale campaign on third-party feed. The result that matters next is not the start-up itself, but whether independent assays validate a saleable concentrate and support continuous operations.

Mount Ridley Mines says its patent-pending Selectro process recovered 91.9% of aluminium and 96.7% of iron from a third-party bauxite sample at below 100°C. The test produced a small, pH-neutral silica-rich residue instead of conventional red mud, but product purification, economics and scale-up remain unproven.

Bass Oil’s September revenue surged to A$1.69 million as Bunian 6 drove a sharp increase in Indonesian production and Cooper Basin sales resumed. The company is now targeting first gas from Vanessa by year end, subject to regulatory approval and remaining site work.

Fiducian Group delivered double-digit growth in underlying profit and lifted its fully franked dividend, despite a one-off $7.95 million ASIC penalty dragging statutory earnings lower. The wealth manager is also betting on AI-enabled adviser productivity and expansion of its external platform business.

Recharge Metals has secured firm commitments for a $4.1 million placement ahead of its first 30,000-metre drilling campaign at Sunset Well. The raise lifts pro forma cash to approximately $8 million and also funds copper-tungsten work at Brandy Hill South.

Crimson Consulting Australia has passed 50% voting power in Kip McGrath, triggering an automatic eight-day extension to its A$0.75-a-share takeover offer. The target’s directors continue to recommend acceptance in the absence of a superior proposal.

Orezone Gold delivered record consolidated production of 59,674 ounces in the third quarter, with both Bomboré and Casa Berardi positioned for stronger output in the final quarter. The company has reiterated its 2026 production guidance despite a seven-day wildfire-related suspension at Casa Berardi.

KGL Resources has approved the final investment decision for its Jervois copper project, moving the Northern Territory development into full execution. About 60% of project costs are under executed contracts, while first concentrate remains targeted for the first half of 2028.

Midas Minerals has identified up to three high-grade copper positions at its Deblin deposit in Namibia, with assays returning intervals of up to 4.89% copper. The expanding target will now be tested with deeper drilling, additional rigs and metallurgical work ahead of a planned maiden resource estimate in early 2027.

DroneShield has reached A$261 million in FY2026 Committed Revenue, sitting at the midpoint of its existing A$250 million to A$270 million outlook. The counter-drone specialist also has A$29 million committed for FY2027 and A$17 million scheduled for FY2028 and beyond.

Estrella Resources has upgraded confidence in its Werumata limestone project, moving 274Mt into the Indicated category after expanding bulk-density data. The total resource falls to 533Mt from 621Mt, but the company says the change reflects revised density assumptions rather than less mineralised rock.

Benjamin Hornigold will pay shareholders a fully franked special dividend of 6.2 cents per share on 18 November, following litigation updates and executed deeds of settlement. The distribution is worth more than its headline cash amount to eligible Australian shareholders because it carries full franking credits.

CZR Resources has declared its all-scrip offer for Zuleika Gold best and final after lifting voting power to 72.45%, while confirming the structure of a proposed $15 million buy-back. The takeover consideration will not increase unless a competing proposal emerges, leaving the 6 November closing date as the next key deadline.

Adveritas has secured a $2 million placement at a 42.9% premium to its last close, with the proceeds earmarked for product development, marketing and working capital. The funding comes as the company pushes beyond sports betting and gaming while managing delayed Brazilian customer payments.

Green360 Technologies has secured a binding agreement to supply Eifers Civil with up to 4,800 tonnes of its MKX calcined clay over 12 months. The deal could generate about A$1.2 million if the full volume is ordered and delivered, taking maximum supply under disclosed agreements to 9,600 tonnes.

Medical Developments International CEO Brent MacGregor is stepping down after six years, with CFO Anita James taking over as interim CEO from 15 October. The board has begun searching for a permanent successor as MacGregor prepares to return to North America.

Freehill Mining has secured A$600,000 from a placement and launched a further A$606,943 entitlement offer as September aggregate sales reached a record A$506,121. The funding will support Islón plant upgrades, working capital and permitting for the Blanco y Negro copper-gold project.

Airtasker’s Australian marketplace reached a record $57.3 million in first-quarter GMV, while paid subscribers more than doubled in three months. The company reaffirmed FY27 guidance as international growth continued, though seasonal weakness is expected in the UK and US.

Range International has given shareholders an extra 10 days to participate in its 1-for-1 entitlement offer, while leaving the $0.09 issue price and approximately $1.69 million target unchanged. The revised timetable puts the focus on participation levels and any shortfall after the offer closes.

Navigator Global Investments expanded ownership-adjusted assets under management by 8.9% to US$36.6 billion in the September quarter, with the newly acquired Stable Growth Portfolio providing a substantial lift. Lighthouse Partners remained broadly flat as US$280 million of inflows were offset by negative quarterly investment performance.

ARB Corporation’s FY26 profit fell 5.2% as weaker Australian aftermarket and OEM sales outweighed modest export growth. The 4x4 accessories maker is relying on improved vehicle supply, US expansion and new product programs to rebuild momentum in FY27.