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Keybridge Capital urges shareholders to take no action following an off-market takeover bid from its own subsidiary, Yowie Group, citing serious governance concerns and legal disputes.

The Reject Shop Limited has entered a recommended scheme of arrangement with Dollarama Inc., offering shareholders $6.68 cash per share, a substantial premium over recent trading prices. The Independent Expert deems the deal fair and reasonable, with a shareholder meeting set for June 23.

Almonty Industries reports steady tungsten market conditions and completes key financing for its Sangdong Mine, while posting a $34.6 million net loss in Q1 2025. The company advances its US Domestication and plans to restart Los Santos Mine in 2026.

Patagonia Lithium has reported outstanding Nuclear Magnetic Resonance survey results from its Formentera Lithium Brine Project, revealing high porosity and lithium concentrations that reinforce the site’s production potential.

Korea National Oil Corporation is set to acquire a 29% stake in the Otway Basin joint venture with 3D Energi and ConocoPhillips, strengthening the exploration push for East Coast Australia’s gas supply.

Kaiser Reef Ltd has completed its acquisition of the Henty Gold Mine, instantly boosting its annual gold production to over 30,000 ounces and setting a clear path to 50,000 ounces. The deal also brings significant infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and strategic partnerships that could reshape the company’s growth trajectory.

Field Solutions Group has executed a binding agreement to sell its TasmaNet business to Comms Group Ltd as part of its receivership process, with further asset sales underway.

Legacy Minerals Holdings has raised A$7.75 million through a strongly supported equity placement to accelerate drilling and exploration at its key Drake and Thomson projects in New South Wales.

Great Divide Mining is poised to restart operations at its Challenger Gold Mine in Adelong, NSW, marking a pivotal shift from exploration to production with first gold expected imminently.

Empire Energy Group has launched a $28 million equity raise to fund critical development activities at its Beetaloo Basin shale gas project, aiming for first gas sales in 2025. The capital will support fracture stimulation, flow testing, and installation of the Carpentaria Gas Plant.

Hastings Technology Metals has entered a binding agreement with Wyloo to form a 60:40 joint venture on the Yangibana Rare Earths and Niobium Project, with Wyloo taking the lead on funding and management. This partnership aims to de-risk project development and accelerate progress toward final investment decision.

Empire Energy has successfully raised $28 million through a placement and launched a $3 million Share Purchase Plan to fund critical development of its Carpentaria-5H well in the Beetaloo Sub-basin.

ECS Botanics is on track for a record-breaking FY25 harvest with a 50% production increase and new premium product launches, signaling strong growth and a positive cash flow outlook.

Midas Minerals has announced a transformative acquisition of the Otavi Copper-Gold-Silver Project in Namibia, unlocking significant exploration potential with plans to commence drilling later this year.

Midas Minerals has agreed to acquire the Otavi Copper Project from Nexa Resources, unlocking significant high-grade copper, silver, and gold potential in a well-established African mining jurisdiction.

Etherstack plc has reported its highest ever half-year cash receipts, surpassing US$7 million in the first half of FY2025, signaling strong momentum and a promising revenue outlook for the year.

Medallion Metals has raised $27.5 million through a well-supported institutional placement to accelerate its gold and copper production strategy by acquiring Forrestania’s processing infrastructure. This funding positions the company to advance drilling, feasibility studies, and a final investment decision by late 2025.

Manuka Resources’ Taranaki VTM Project has cleared a key regulatory hurdle, moving forward in New Zealand’s Fast-track Approvals Process with promising economic and environmental prospects.

Comms Group Limited announces a strategic $10 million acquisition of TasmaNet and select assets from Field Solutions Holdings, alongside a $7 million capital raise, targeting a proforma FY25 revenue of approximately $75 million.

Comms Group Limited has inked a binding agreement to acquire TasmaNet, a leading Tasmanian communications provider, significantly expanding its network assets and customer base. This strategic move is expected to lift Comms Group’s proforma revenue to around $75 million and EBITDA to $9-10 million annually.

Larvotto Resources has announced an initial tungsten mineral resource at its Hillgrove Project, revealing a significant by-product opportunity alongside gold and antimony. This development could diversify revenue streams and enhance project economics amid rising tungsten prices.

Appen Limited reported robust 2024 results with a 16% revenue increase excluding Google and a return to profitability, driven by generative AI projects and China market expansion. The company outlines a confident 2025 strategy focused on AI data quality, operational efficiency, and sustained growth.

Appen Limited reports a strong financial turnaround in FY24, driven by growth outside Google and a focus on generative AI, while seeking shareholder approval for key governance and remuneration measures.

Catalyst Metals has received the final environmental approval to begin mining at its Trident Gold Project, marking a key step in its plan to double production at the Plutonic Gold Belt.