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Blackstone Minerals has received Supreme Court approval to acquire IDM International, gaining control of the significant Mankayan copper-gold project in the Philippines. The scheme is set to become effective mid-June, marking a strategic expansion for Blackstone in Southeast Asia's critical minerals sector.

PointsBet has released a supplementary scheme booklet revealing an improved $1.20 per share cash offer from MIXI, alongside a postponed shareholder meeting now set for June 25. The deal, backed unanimously by the PointsBet board, faces final court and regulatory approvals.

Horizon Oil has finalized amendments to its senior debt facility with Macquarie Bank, enabling the acquisition of significant gas assets in Thailand that will add approximately 2,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day to its production.

Vanadium Resources has signed a non-binding MoU with China Precious Asia Limited to supply vanadium-rich magnetite ore from its Steelpoortdrift project, aiming for early production and cashflow. This marks a strategic pivot to monetise its vast resource amid subdued vanadium markets.

Lakes Blue Energy has raised $6.5 million through a fully underwritten placement to fund the drilling and testing of its Wombat 5 appraisal well in Victoria, positioning itself to address looming gas shortages on Australia’s east coast.

Diatreme Resources’ Northern Silica Project has been awarded Major Project Status by the Australian Government, marking a pivotal step in advancing critical minerals development in Queensland. This designation streamlines federal approvals and supports the project’s role in the clean energy supply chain.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has locked in a non-dilutive A$30 million debt facility with Avenue Capital Group, extending its cash runway to support pivotal Phase 3 trials and commercialisation of its synthetic anti-infective R327G.

Finder Energy has partnered with global energy giant SLB to fast-track the engineering phase of the Kuda Tasi and Jahal oil fields, potentially bringing forward first oil by a year. This strategic alliance promises cost savings and a streamlined path to project execution.

Beetaloo Energy has begun hydraulic stimulation on its record-length Carpentaria-5H well in the Beetaloo Basin, aiming to unlock enhanced gas production with advanced techniques. Results from the upcoming production test will be pivotal for the company’s pilot project and future development plans.

Aguia Resources has landed a A$4 million loan offer from Brazil’s Southern Development Bank to fund the initial phase of its Tres Estradas phosphate project, enabling production to commence by early 2026 with plans for rapid expansion.

Betr Entertainment has reaffirmed its superior $1.33 per share acquisition proposal for PointsBet, challenging the rival MIXI offer ahead of a crucial shareholder vote. With strong funding and synergy claims, Betr signals confidence that MIXI’s $1.20 bid will be rejected.

Javelin Minerals has identified multiple high-priority gold-copper drilling targets at its Coogee West Project in Western Australia, setting the stage for a significant exploration campaign in the coming months.

Western Yilgarn Limited has announced a maiden JORC 2012 Inferred Mineral Resource Estimate for its Cardea 2 Bauxite Project in Western Australia, adding 20 million tonnes to its portfolio and complementing its flagship Julimar West project.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals has partnered with SpectronRx to manufacture and distribute its lead prostate cancer diagnostic, Cu-64 SAR-bisPSMA, at commercial scale across the US. This agreement sets the stage for a seamless launch pending FDA approval.

Xanadu Ltd’s major shareholder Zijin Mining has accepted Bastion Pte. Mining Ltd’s takeover offer, pushing Bastion’s stake close to 30% and prompting the Takeover Committee to recommend shareholders accept the bid.

Aurum Resources reports significant shallow, wide gold intercepts at its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, reinforcing its 2025 drilling campaign and resource expansion ambitions.

Dubber Corporation has initiated court proceedings against its former auditors following a $26.6 million misappropriation uncovered in FY24, aiming to restore financial stability by year-end.

Sky Metals reports strong, shallow tin intercepts from ongoing drilling at its Tallebung Tin Project, significantly expanding the deposit footprint and extending mineralisation in all directions.

Element 25 has locked in a $50 million senior debt facility from the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility to expand its Butcherbird manganese project, underpinning supply for its US battery materials plant.

Lode Resources has announced its first Mineral Resource Estimate for the Webbs Consol silver-base metals project in New South Wales, revealing a substantial high-grade deposit. This milestone confirms the project's potential and sets the stage for further exploration and development.

RLF AgTech has secured exclusive rights to distribute AXIOMA Biologicals’ advanced biostimulant products across Australia, China, and Asia, marking a strategic move into the biologicals market segment.

Osmond Resources has confirmed extensive mineralised outcrops spanning 12 kilometres at its Orion EU Critical Minerals Project in southern Spain, while expanding metallurgical test work to include silicon metal, a key EU strategic raw material.

Noronex Limited has broadened its strategic alliance with South32 to include two new Botswana tenements, backed by promising drilling results from Namibia’s Damara Copper Project that highlight significant regional copper potential.

FBR Limited has entered a non-binding MOU with Habitat NT for the sale of a Hadrian X robotic block-laying unit, aiming to accelerate construction in Darwin amid a housing shortage and infrastructure upgrades.