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Central Petroleum has secured strategic interests in the Cooper and Otway Basins through binding agreements with ADX Energy, setting the stage for a multi-million dollar expansion and planned drilling campaigns in 2026 and 2027.

Saluda Medical has received CE certification for its EVA™ Sensing Technology, enabling commercialisation in Europe and recognition in Australia following prior FDA approval. This milestone sets the stage for a broader rollout of its personalised spinal cord stimulation therapy in early 2026.

Lithium Energy has completed Phase 1 drilling at its high-grade Burke and Mt Dromedary graphite deposits in Queensland, with Phase 2 drilling set to begin in January 2026. The company is also exploring a vertically integrated battery anode material business to capitalize on shifting global supply dynamics.

Seven West Media shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the proposed acquisition by Southern Cross Media Group, clearing a major hurdle ahead of final court approval.

Global Uranium and Enrichment Limited (GUE) has registered its scheme booklet with ASIC, detailing the proposed acquisition by Snow Lake Resources Ltd. The independent expert report supports the fairness and reasonableness of the deal, with GUE directors unanimously recommending shareholder approval.

Blue Star Helium has successfully started helium production at its Galactica project in Colorado, positioning itself as America’s newest helium producer with sales targeted for early 2026. The company’s strategic joint venture and low-cost operations underpin a promising growth trajectory amid rising helium and CO₂ demand.

Seven West Media shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the proposed acquisition by Southern Cross Media Group, clearing a major hurdle ahead of final court approval.

Little Green Pharma welcomes a landmark US Executive Order directing cannabis rescheduling, a move poised to reshape the global medicinal cannabis landscape.

Unico Silver Limited has more than doubled its Share Purchase Plan to $10.32 million amid overwhelming demand, contributing to a combined $50 million capital raise to advance its Joaquin and Cerro Leon silver projects.

Nick Scali Limited has upgraded its first half FY26 revenue and profit guidance, citing stronger than expected sales growth in Australia and New Zealand.

TrivarX has received $3.5 million in second-tranche placement funding, enabling advancement of its innovative Stabl-Im technology for early, non-invasive brain tumour detection. The funding supports manufacturing scale-up and regulatory preparations ahead of a planned Phase 1 clinical trial in 2026.

Pacgold’s initial drilling at the St George Project in Queensland confirms multiple thick zones of high-grade antimony, revealing a province-scale opportunity spanning over 20km. With further assays pending, the project positions Pacgold strategically in a critical and constrained antimony market.

Blue Star Helium has successfully started helium production at its Pinon Canyon plant, marking a key milestone as it prepares for commercial sales and expansion in 2026.

Gratifii Limited is set to transform its digital marketing and engagement capabilities through the acquisition of New Zealand’s Mosh Digital and the Future Pass digital wallet platform, backed by a $2.5 million capital raise.

High-Tech Metals has intersected visible gold in multiple zones at its Wagtail deposit, advancing drilling and development efforts toward a potential near-term mining decision.

Artemis Resources has secured a joint venture to earn a 60% stake in the Sharon Dam IOCG copper target, backed by a $220k government grant and planned drilling in early 2026. This deal extends Artemis’ footprint in a promising underexplored copper province in Western Australia.

Seven West Media shareholders convened on 22 December 2025 to vote on a landmark acquisition by Southern Cross Media Group, potentially reshaping Australia's media landscape. The proposed scheme promises a combined media powerhouse spanning television, digital, audio, and publishing.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals has secured Health Canada approval to expand its pivotal Phase 3 trial of NNZ-2591 for Phelan-McDermid syndrome into Canadian sites, complementing ongoing US enrolment.

African Gold Limited has reported significant step-out drilling results at its Blaffo Guetto deposit in Côte d’Ivoire, extending gold mineralisation beyond previous estimates and reinforcing the project’s scale and potential under new Montage Gold ownership.

Finbar Group has conditionally acquired a prime South Perth site for $16.5 million, aiming to launch a $350 million apartment development by 2028 and boosting its pipeline to over $1.6 billion.

Beetaloo Energy’s Carpentaria-5H well has delivered one of the highest gas flow rates in the Beetaloo Basin, showcasing promising long-term productivity and paving the way for pilot gas sales in 2026.

Kula Gold reports exceptional gold drill results extending over a 3km strike at Mt Palmer, while Forrestania Resources' takeover bid climbs beyond 73%. The company also completes maiden drilling at its Wozi Niobium Project, with assay results pending.

archTIS has renewed 1,000 NC Protect licenses within the U.S. Department of Defense’s Microsoft DoD365 environment and secured an $8 million debt facility to accelerate its U.S. market expansion.

Redcastle Resources has reported further high-grade and broad gold intercepts from its ongoing drilling at Redcastle Reef, reinforcing confidence in the deposit's geological continuity and supporting near-term mine planning.