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CZR Resources has won overwhelming shareholder approval to sell its Robe Mesa Iron Ore Project to a Rio Tinto-Mitsui joint venture for approximately A$75 million, setting the stage for a significant portfolio reshuffle.

Hancock & Gore Limited reported a statutory net loss of $3.18 million for the half-year ended 31 March 2025, impacted by unrealised investment losses despite steady dividend income from its school uniform subsidiary. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 1 cent per share.

The ASX has challenged Wellnex Life Limited over its recent shareholder announcement featuring forward-looking financial forecasts from SP Angel, prompting a mandated retraction due to disclosure shortcomings.

EVE Health Group has successfully passed all shareholder resolutions at its recent General Meeting, paving the way for its acquisition of Nextract Pty Ltd and announcing significant leadership changes.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has secured a pivotal three-year contract with Glencore to supply up to 50% of feedstock for its upcoming Kwinana Cobalt Refinery, marking a major step in advancing Australia's critical minerals ambitions.

Regal Partners Limited reported a stellar 2024 with a 141% jump in average funds under management to $14.4 billion and a near tripling of net profit after tax. Strategic acquisitions and offshore expansion underpin its growth trajectory.

QEM Limited has raised A$2.05 million through a strongly supported placement to accelerate its Julia Creek Vanadium and Energy Project, coinciding with the retirement of founding CEO Gavin Loyden and the appointment of Robert Cooper as his successor.

ReadCloud Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with revenues up 13% and statutory profit soaring 214%, driven by significant growth in its Vocational Education & Training segment.

The ACCC has issued a preliminary Statement of Issues regarding Elders Limited’s proposed acquisition of Delta Agribusiness, signaling potential competition challenges that could affect the deal’s timeline.

Uvre has cleared a crucial regulatory hurdle in its acquisition of New Zealand’s Waitekauri Gold Project, setting the stage for new leadership and exploration activities.

Agrimin Limited has initiated a strategic review of its flagship Mackay Potash Project following prolonged approvals and market challenges, while spotlighting its valuable stakes in WA1 Resources and an upcoming Tali Resources IPO.

Felix Gold Limited has confirmed its ability to produce premium-grade antimony concentrate with up to 69% purity from its Treasure Creek Project in Alaska, targeting production by late 2025. The results align with U.S. strategic mineral priorities amid a tightening global supply.

European Lithium Ltd and Critical Metals Corp have updated the Tanbreez Rare Earth Project scoping study, incorporating feldspar and arfvedsonite alongside eudialyte, underpinning a robust $2.4–3.0 billion NPV and a 162% IRR over a 19-year mine life.

European Lithium has announced a significant addendum to its Tanbreez Project Mineral Resource Estimate, adding 180 million tonnes of feldspar and arfvedsonite to the existing rare earth elements resource base. This broadens the project's economic scope and underlines its potential as a world-class rare earth development.

Mayfield Childcare Limited reports a significant operational and financial turnaround in Q2 FY25 under new CEO Daniel Stone, with improved earnings and cost efficiencies despite ongoing sector pressures.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited has confirmed an ultra-high-grade rare earth deposit at its Sulista Project in Brazil, highlighted by exceptional drill results and a new Outcrop Ridge discovery signaling district-scale potential.

Euro Manganese has successfully closed a C$11.2 million financing round, attracting heavyweight investors including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and Eric Sprott. The funds will accelerate development of its Chvaletice Manganese Project, a critical European source of battery-grade manganese.

St Barbara’s Concept Study confirms a 3 Mtpa processing hub in Nova Scotia, integrating Cochrane Hill with existing deposits to deliver stable, long-life gold production and strong economics while significantly reducing environmental impact.