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ABx Group’s preliminary column leach tests reveal exceptional extraction rates of heavy rare earths from its Deep Leads project, underscoring the potential for cost-effective heap leaching and accelerated commercial production.

Aumake Limited has obtained a Hong Kong pharmaceutical wholesale licence, enabling it to launch up to five online over-the-counter medicine stores targeting Chinese consumers. This strategic move positions the company to tap into China’s rapidly expanding OTC market.

SunRice reported a 14% rise in net profit for the first half of FY26 despite a revenue dip, reaffirming its growth outlook and updating paddy price guidance amid a forecast drier season.

Thor Energy is gearing up for a pivotal 2D seismic survey in mid-2026 at its HY-Range Project, while securing significant funding through divestments of non-core assets, positioning itself for focused hydrogen and helium exploration.

Ricegrowers Limited (SunRice) reported a 14.5% rise in half-year profit despite a 3.1% revenue decline, driven by improved margins and strategic growth in key markets. The company also increased its interim dividend by a third, signaling confidence in its 2030 Growth Strategy.

Paladin Energy has restructured its syndicated debt facility, reducing total debt capacity from US$150 million to US$110 million, enhancing liquidity and balance sheet flexibility following a strong equity raise in 2025.

West Cobar Metals is making significant progress across its Salazar, Bulla Park, and Mystique projects, initiating metallurgical testwork and planning drilling programs that could reshape resource estimates and project economics.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has been hit with a $50 million operational risk capital charge by APRA, while AUSTRAC launches an enforcement investigation into serious AML/CTF breaches. The bank commits to intensifying risk management efforts amid regulatory scrutiny.

Renegade Exploration has secured an option to acquire the Rooster Hill Monazite Project in Wyoming, tapping into a historically promising rare earth element resource. The move expands Renegade’s US footprint amid rising demand for critical minerals.

HealthCo Healthcare & Wellness REIT confirms full rent payment from Healthscope and has conditional agreements with alternative tenants for its hospital portfolio, while suspending its December quarter distribution to preserve liquidity.

American Uranium Limited has successfully expanded uranium mineralisation trends by 3,000 metres at its Lo Herma ISR Project in Wyoming, delivering its strongest drill intercept to date and setting the stage for a 2026 resource update and scoping study.

Perpetual Limited has extended its exclusivity agreement with Bain Capital into early 2026 as discussions continue over the potential sale of its Wealth Management business. While progress is steady, no binding deal is yet assured.