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Andromeda Metals has raised $13 million through a placement and launched a $2.5 million Security Purchase Plan to accelerate development of its Great White and High Purity Alumina projects.

Tivan Limited has received regulatory clearance to begin drilling at its Sandover Fluorite Project, aiming to unlock high-grade fluorite deposits with assays reaching 94% CaF2. The staged drilling program marks a significant step toward defining a commercially viable resource.

The ASX has granted key waivers allowing Southern Cross Media to proceed with its acquisition of Seven West Media without shareholder approval, smoothing the way for a major media consolidation.

Etherstack's subsidiary has won a significant £14.2 million contract to supply critical software for the UK's Emergency Services Network, marking a major milestone in mission-critical communications.

Structural Monitoring Systems (ASX – SMN) reports a robust third consecutive profitable quarter, driven by soaring avionics sales and a landmark US defense contract via Canada’s CCC program. Revenue climbs 23% year-on-year, signaling strong momentum in its Special Mission communications business.

Australian Finance Group Ltd (AFG) reported a robust 21% increase in net profit for FY25, driven by strategic broker network expansion and technology investments, while setting ambitious growth goals through FY29.

Gorilla Gold has identified significant new gold-in-soil anomalies at its Comet Vale and Mulwarrie projects in Western Australia, setting the stage for expanded drilling and resource growth ahead of a major update in Q4 2025.

Biome Australia Limited has reported a record quarterly revenue of $5.94 million for Q1 FY26, marking a 40% increase year-over-year and its seventh consecutive quarter of positive EBITDA. The company’s strong cash flow and sustained margins underscore its growth momentum.

DeSoto Resources has initiated its first-ever reverse circulation drilling at the historically artisanal Dadjan Gold Project and commenced power auger drilling at the Tole Gold Project in Guinea, unveiling promising early assay results.

Pinnacle Minerals Ltd is fast-tracking its U.S. growth by initiating a listing on the OTCQB Market and appointing key U.S. advisers to boost investor engagement and capital access.

Lode Resources has reported impressive initial drill results from the historic Magwood Antimony Project in NSW, revealing high-grade antimony mineralisation up to 31.1%. This discovery highlights significant unmined potential in a region largely unexplored for decades.

Solstice Minerals reports its strongest gold drill results yet at Yarri’s Bluetooth and Edjudina Range prospects, while gearing up for a significant copper-gold resource expansion program at Nanadie.

Koonenberry Gold has expanded its Enmore mineralised zone to 260m strike and identified new gold targets, backed by a strong $7.8 million cash position to fund extensive drilling.

Queensland Brine Solutions has locked in a strategic 10-hectare site to develop its Queensland Brine Management Complex, aiming to transform waste brine from the coal seam gas industry into valuable green chemicals.

Adveritas Limited has reported a record annualised recurring revenue of $12.2 million for the September 2025 quarter, driven by strong affiliate momentum and initial commercialisation of its Meta integration. The company is advancing its US expansion with a robust trial pipeline and expects significant contract conversions in the coming quarter.

Corazon Mining has completed its acquisition of the Two Pools Gold Project, alongside a $2 million capital raise and a significant share consolidation, positioning itself for accelerated exploration in Western Australia’s prolific Gascoyne region.

EROAD pivots strategically to prioritise ANZ electronic road user charging opportunities, revises FY26 guidance downward, and appoints John Scott as Executive Chair to steer growth.