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Forrestania Resources has contracted Como Engineers to deliver a fully automated modular gold processing plant for its Lake Johnston facility, marking a key step towards production. The $5.57 million plant will be pre-assembled and hot tested to streamline commissioning.

Paladin Energy has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with formal environmental approval for its Patterson Lake South uranium project in Saskatchewan, Canada, paving the way for construction licensing.

WA Kaolin reported $2.7 million in sales for the December quarter, secured a $1.5 million working capital loan, and restructured $20.4 million of debt, while focusing on plant improvements and cost reductions to address negative margins.

Flynn Gold has initiated its first diamond drilling program in nearly 80 years at the Silver King prospect in Western Tasmania, aiming to test high-grade silver-lead-zinc mineralisation along a historically rich trend. This staged program seeks to validate and extend historical findings with modern exploration techniques.

Kuniko Limited has raised A$3.75 million in a strongly supported placement to fast-track drilling and resource expansion at its Commonwealth Gold–Silver Project in NSW’s Lachlan Fold Belt. Phase I drilling is underway, with results expected in April 2026.

Recharge Metals Limited has inked a binding deal to acquire the Sunset Well Gold Project in Western Australia's Leonora district, featuring a 94,500-ounce inferred gold resource. The company has also secured $5.75 million in capital to kickstart drilling and exploration activities.

Viking Mines has completed due diligence on its Nevada tungsten portfolio, confirming high-grade mineralisation and fast-tracking acquisition and exploration to meet urgent US supply needs.

Energy Resources of Australia reported a significantly reduced net loss of $50 million for 2025, driven by rehabilitation provision adjustments and higher interest income. Meanwhile, rehabilitation delays and Rio Tinto’s compulsory acquisition efforts highlight ongoing operational and ownership challenges.

EV Resources has partnered with U.S.-based MineMaker LLC to accelerate its antimony projects in Mexico and Nevada, aiming to become a key supplier to North America’s critical minerals market.

Newmont Corporation’s 2025 Annual Report reveals a robust financial performance driven by higher gold prices and portfolio optimisation, alongside significant progress in key development projects and sustainability initiatives.

Temas Resources has launched a major re-assay initiative on historic drill core at its La Blache project, aiming to identify valuable metals like gallium, scandium, and chromium while saving millions in drilling costs.

Iron Road Ltd has announced a significant $96.5 million non-cash impairment charge on its Central Eyre Iron Project, reflecting a sharp reassessment of the asset’s value ahead of its half-year report.