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Minerals 260 has locked in a $220 million strategic funding deal with Franco-Nevada, boosting development and de-risking the Bullabulling Gold Project in Western Australia. This marks Franco-Nevada’s largest Australian investment to date.

IPD Group Limited reported a robust half-year performance with revenue climbing 8.9% to $192.7 million and underlying NPAT rising 8.3%. The strategic acquisition of Platinum Cables strengthens its foothold in the mining sector, while a fully franked interim dividend signals confidence.

Lindsay Australia Limited reported a robust 24.9% increase in revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by its strategic acquisition of SRT Logistics and strong divisional performances. However, profit after tax declined 11.7%, reflecting competitive pricing and integration expenses.

Lendlease reported a statutory loss of $318 million for the half year ended December 2025, reflecting non-cash impairments, while its core Investments, Development and Construction segment delivered solid EBITDA and maintained full-year guidance. The group is focused on capital recycling and balance sheet strengthening ahead of anticipated earnings growth in FY27.

Resolute Mining has outlined its 2026 production guidance targeting up to 275,000 ounces of gold and revealed ambitious plans to more than double output by 2028 through key African project expansions.

Lendlease Group reported a significant $318 million statutory loss for the half year ended December 2025, driven by impairments and lower transaction earnings. The company plans a $3 billion capital recycling program to reduce gearing and strengthen its balance sheet.

Nuix Limited has reported robust half-year results for 1H26, highlighted by a 148% increase in Nuix Neo Annualised Contract Value and a significant boost in profitability and cash flow.

Stanmore Resources delivered record coal production and strong cash flow in 2025 despite softer market prices, declaring a fully franked dividend and guiding a modest production decline for 2026.

Stanmore Resources Limited posted a net loss of US$47.2 million for 2025, impacted by a 21% revenue decline due to lower coal prices despite record production and cost efficiencies. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of US 8.9 cents per share.

Osmond Resources has partnered with Técnicas Reunidas to establish the European Union’s first vertically integrated rare earth production facility, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and boost local supply chains.

Pharmx Technologies has entered a multi-year strategic alliance with Sigma Healthcare, becoming the preferred EDI provider for Sigma and Chemist Warehouse across Australia and New Zealand, while Sigma takes a significant equity stake.

G8 Education’s 2025 full year results reveal significant occupancy challenges amid affordability pressures and sector confidence issues, alongside a $350 million goodwill impairment. Despite these hurdles, the company maintains a strong focus on child safety, operational discipline, and cautious capital management.

Brightstar Resources reports strong diamond drilling results at its Sandstone Hub, highlighting high-grade gold intercepts that underpin an imminent Mineral Resource upgrade and ongoing pre-feasibility studies.

Pacgold Limited reports strong initial assay results from its White Dam resource drilling, confirming high-grade gold and copper mineralisation consistent with existing models and supporting a resource upgrade. The company advances towards mine planning and production in 2026.

Norfolk Metals has confirmed the US$250,000 option payment for the Carmen Copper Project in Chile and completed the environmental impact report, setting the stage for further exploration and eventual ownership consolidation.

Finder Energy is accelerating development of its KTJ oil project in Timor-Leste, securing key infrastructure and funding partnerships to target first oil by the end of 2027. The company’s strategic moves include acquiring the Petrojarl I FPSO and a farmin agreement covering half the development costs.

Adavale Resources has identified a compelling porphyry target at its Ashes Prospect through integrated geophysical data and expanded tenure near its Parkes Gold-Copper Project. The acquisition of adjacent licences also extends the London-Victoria gold corridor, unlocking fresh exploration opportunities.

Aurum Resources has announced a significant 49% increase in Indicated Mineral Resources at its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, lifting the total resource to 3.03 million ounces and setting the stage for a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study.

Lefroy Exploration has achieved a major milestone with its first gold production from the Lucky Strike Gold Mine, shipping three gold doré bars to the Perth Mint. The initial toll milling campaign is progressing well, with further processing capacity negotiations underway.

Biome Australia Limited has reported a robust half-year performance, with revenues climbing nearly 40% and net profit more than doubling, driven by strong product momentum and strategic investments.

GenusPlus Group Ltd has reported a record half-year with a 61% jump in revenue to $535.4 million and an 82% rise in net profit to $24.9 million, driven by strong performance across all business segments and strategic acquisitions. The company also declared its first-ever fully franked interim dividend of 2.0 cents per share.

Gold Mountain Limited has announced a significant rare earth element discovery at its Capivara Prospect in Brazil, revealing strong mineralisation from surface and plans for resource drilling.

PVW Resources has completed its acquisition of Southern Prospecting, gaining full ownership of the Cobb Creek Project in Nevada with a historical gold estimate of 173,000 ounces. The move marks a significant shift towards North American precious metals exploration.

Genesis Minerals has announced a recommended scheme to acquire Magnetic Resources for A$639 million, significantly expanding its gold resource base and advancing its ambitious ASPIRE 500 production goal.