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Viking Mines has reported the discovery of two distinct gold-bearing zones at its Northern Duplex Target, prompting an expansion of its Phase 1 drilling program. The initial results highlight promising mesothermal gold mineralisation within a largely untested segment of the prolific Zuleika Shear.

OzAurum Resources has announced a significant new high-grade gold discovery at its Mulgabbie North Gold Project in Western Australia, revealing multiple shallow intercepts that could expand its existing resource base.

Medallion Metals Limited has secured $6.5 million through a placement to support its strategic acquisition of Forrestania Nickel Operation assets and advance the Ravensthorpe Gold Project, positioning the company for a final investment decision by late 2025.

Top Shelf International Holdings reports a $2 million underlying EBITDA loss in Q2 FY25, while pursuing the sale of its Campbellfield facility and exploring capital raising options amid ongoing trading suspension.

Yojee has formed a strategic joint venture with SmartClear to integrate advanced customs technology into its MOSAIC platform, supported by an oversubscribed $3.5 million capital raise aimed at fast-tracking growth in Australia and New Zealand.

Firetail Resources has reported significant high-grade drill intercepts at its Skyline Copper Project in Newfoundland, confirming mineralisation continuity and expanding the strike at depth. The company is advancing exploration with a planned high-resolution 3DIP geophysical survey targeting new zones.

Findi Limited has received Reserve Bank of India approval to acquire Tata Communications' White Label ATM business, Indicash, marking a pivotal step in its expansion across India's financial services landscape.

Auswide Bank Ltd held a pivotal Scheme Meeting to decide on its acquisition by MyState Bank Limited, with directors unanimously recommending approval. Shareholders will exchange Auswide shares for MyState shares, creating a merged entity with shared ownership.

Taiton Resources has reported exceptional Phase 2 sampling results from its Kingsgate Project in New South Wales, with quartz purity reaching up to 99.97% SiO2 and minimal impurities. The company is now advancing metallurgical studies and exploring pathways to monetise this high-grade quartz resource.

Hansen Technologies has secured a pivotal five-year, A$50 million contract with Virgin Media Limited (VMO2), licensing its cloud-native software suite to enhance VMO2’s operational platforms and customer engagement.

Vertex Minerals has begun commissioning a cutting-edge laser ore sorter at its Hill End gravity gold plant, aiming to enhance ore grade and reduce operational costs significantly.

New Murchison Gold Limited (ASX:NMG) reveals a robust Feasibility Study for its Crown Prince Gold Deposit, projecting $226 million pre-tax cash flow over 30 months with a low $5.4 million capital outlay. Mining is slated to start mid-2025, positioning NMG on the cusp of production.

Nova Minerals' 2024 exploration at the RPM Regional area reveals high-grade gold samples, including a standout 52.3 g/t Au, highlighting significant resource potential at the Estelle Project in Alaska.

Selfwealth has received a new $0.28 per share acquisition proposal from Svava, significantly outbidding Bell Financial’s earlier offer and prompting a fresh evaluation by the board.

Tartana Minerals is advancing talks to access the Mungana Processing Plant, potentially unlocking a significant processing capacity for its copper ore and reviving nearby mining operations.

Astral Resources NL has initiated an off-market takeover offer for Maximus Resources Limited, proposing one Astral share for every two Maximus shares. The Maximus Board unanimously recommends acceptance, highlighting a significant premium and strategic consolidation benefits.

NGX Limited has developed an innovative process that converts previously discarded graphite fines into high-value spherical graphite, significantly enhancing production yields and the economic potential of its Malingunde Graphite Project.

Astral Resources has launched a recommended takeover offer to acquire Maximus Resources, creating a leading Western Australian gold developer with combined mineral resources of approximately 1.8 million ounces.

Astral Resources has launched a recommended takeover offer for Maximus Resources, valuing the company at $31 million and combining their gold resources to form a leading Western Australian developer with approximately 1.8 million ounces of gold.

Cobre Limited reports promising assay results from diamond drilling at its Ngami Copper Project in Botswana, revealing significant copper and silver mineralization over a 4km strike. The findings bolster prospects for advancing the Comet target towards a formal resource estimate.

Catalyst Metals Limited is ramping up exploration in the historically underexplored Plutonic Gold Belt, aiming to boost annual gold production from 110,000 to 200,000 ounces. With a robust cash position and a $40 million drilling program underway, the company is poised to unlock significant new resources.

Optiscan Imaging has initiated a pivotal pre-clinical gastrointestinal study in Germany using its first flexible prototype, aiming to revolutionize real-time GI tract imaging and diagnostics.

Miramar Resources has validated the Bangemall region as a significant new nickel-copper province following detailed mineralogical analysis at its Mount Vernon Project, highlighting promising sulphide mineralisation and a dominant land position.

Tyranna Resources reports promising diamond drilling results at its Namibe Lithium Project in Angola, intersecting well-mineralised spodumene pegmatites and high-grade pollucite. The company is advancing exploration with plans for further drilling and new prospecting titles.