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Liontown Resources has reported a robust December 2024 quarter at its Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation, delivering strong production and financial results that underscore its trajectory towards becoming a world-class lithium producer.

Lucapa Diamond Company has identified two significant conductive base metal targets at its Merlin Diamond Project in the Northern Territory, marking a major milestone after 25 years without geophysical surveys. These targets lie just 50km from the world-class McArthur River zinc-lead mine, suggesting strong exploration potential.

Strickland Metals reports a significant 80.2m intercept grading 1.9g/t AuEq at its Shanac Deposit in Serbia, setting the stage for a resource upgrade in March 2025.

Core Energy Minerals has entered staged option agreements to acquire up to 100% interests in the Cummins and Harris Greenstone uranium projects, expanding its footprint in South Australia's premier uranium mining jurisdiction.

Iron Road Ltd has secured a $3 million milestone payment from Amp Energy and made significant progress on its Cape Hardy Industrial Port Precinct and Central Eyre Iron Project slurry pipeline study, reinforcing its strong cash position and strategic development plans.

Dart Mining's latest rock chip assays from the Triumph Gold Project reveal significant high-grade gold and silver mineralisation, confirming historical data and opening new avenues for exploration and resource growth.

iTech Minerals has entered a binding agreement with global lithium giant SQM to jointly develop the Reynolds Range Lithium Project, marking a significant step forward for the Northern Territory asset. This partnership enables SQM to earn up to a 70% stake in lithium rights, backed by a structured investment and exploration program.

BHP has reported a robust 10% increase in copper production for the half year ended December 2024, driven by record output at Escondida and strong performances across key assets. Despite a weather-related setback in South Australia, the company remains on track to meet FY25 guidance while advancing major growth projects and sustainability initiatives.

Brazilian Critical Minerals Limited reports strong assay results from its 2024 drilling program at the Ema project, confirming widespread high-grade rare earth mineralisation ideal for in-situ recovery mining.

Golden State Mining's December Quarterly Report reveals promising exploration progress with three new gold target areas identified near the 11.2Moz Hemi deposit, alongside encouraging assay results from Canning Hill and planned drilling at Southern Cross East.

Sun Silver Limited reports exceptional drilling results from its Maverick Springs Project in Nevada, revealing a standout 132.59m mineralised intercept with high silver-gold grades that surpass current resource averages, highlighting significant growth potential.

Catalyst Metals is on track to nearly double its annual gold production to 200koz by revitalising the Plutonic East mine, backed by strong grade control drilling results and a modest A$31 million capital plan.