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Weebit Nano has appointed seasoned ASX director Anne Templeman-Jones as Deputy Chair, aiming to strengthen its engagement with Australian investors and government amid plans for growth.

Universal Biosensors reported a 44% increase in net loss to A$10.45 million for H1 2025, alongside an 11% revenue decline, raising serious going concern doubts. The company is pursuing an A$8.5 million senior secured loan and equity raise to sustain operations.

Hudson Investment Group faces intense scrutiny from ASX after its auditor issued a Disclaimer of Opinion on the 2024 financial report, citing doubts over a $2.4 million property receivable and the company’s going concern status.

PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (ANTAM) has finalized a US$500 million loan facility to support its corporate initiatives, marking a significant material transaction disclosed under Indonesian financial regulations.

The Lederer Group has made an unsolicited off-market takeover offer for Elanor Commercial Property Fund at 70 cents per security, prompting the Fund's board to carefully consider its response.

HeraMED advances AI-driven maternity care partnerships and strengthens its US commercial team, navigating policy uncertainties while progressing its global expansion and funding strategies.

Element 25 Limited is advancing its Butcherbird Manganese Mine expansion in Western Australia alongside a new US-based refinery, backed by strong financing and partnerships with major automakers for EV battery-grade manganese supply.

Chilwa Minerals has raised A$4.1 million through a private placement to fast-track exploration and development at its multi-commodity Chilwa Project in Malawi, with directors backing the raise subject to shareholder approval.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Brickworks Limited have unveiled plans to merge via inter-conditional schemes, creating a new ASX-listed entity, Topco. The combination promises enhanced liquidity, portfolio diversification, and a stronger balance sheet, with expert endorsement affirming its benefits for shareholders.

Brickworks Limited and Washington H. Soul Pattinson have unveiled plans to combine under a newly capitalised ASX-listed entity, Topco, aiming to simplify their complex cross-shareholding and unlock shareholder value. Shareholders are set to vote on the scheme in September, with the merger expected to enhance liquidity and deliver dividend accretion.

The Lederer Group has announced an off-market takeover offer for all stapled securities in the Elanor Commercial Property Fund at 70 cents each, representing a premium over recent trading prices. The bid comes amid governance concerns and a proposed overhaul of the fund’s management structure.

Benz Mining reports extensive high-grade gold intercepts at its Icon Prospect, confirming the potential for a large-scale, bulk open-pit operation within the Glenburgh Gold Project in Western Australia.

Siren Gold has appointed seasoned mining executive Zane Padman as CEO, signaling a strategic push to unlock the potential of its Sams Creek gold project. This leadership change aims to accelerate development amid strong market conditions for gold and antimony.

Augustus Minerals has appointed Dr James Warren as its new CEO, bringing a wealth of exploration and corporate growth experience to lead its promising Western Australian projects. This leadership change signals a strategic push towards advancing drilling campaigns and unlocking shareholder value.

Domain Holdings Australia has announced a fully franked special dividend alongside a recommended $4.43 per share acquisition offer from CoStar Group, pending shareholder and court approval.

Medallion Metals has executed a binding agreement to acquire the Forrestania Nickel Operation from IGO Limited, setting the stage for a low-capital pathway to gold and copper production at its Ravensthorpe project. The transaction targets completion and a final investment decision by late 2025.

NIMY Resources has reported exceptional high-grade gallium assay results from its Block 3 prospect within the Mons Project, positioning itself as a key player amid global supply constraints driven by China's export ban.

Heavy Rare Earths Limited (ASX – HRE) has struck a binding agreement to acquire an 80% interest in the Prospect Hill tin project, South Australia’s largest and most advanced tin deposit, expanding its footprint in critical minerals.

Gorilla Gold has unveiled a major Mineral Resource upgrade at its Mulwarrie Gold Project in Western Australia, boosting contained gold ounces by 340% to 350,000 at a higher grade of 3.6 grams per tonne. This pivotal update sets the stage for further growth and development in a prolific gold region.

Beach Energy has reported a robust FY25 performance marked by significant production growth, record free cash flow, and strategic progress on key projects like the Waitsia Gas Plant and Moomba CCS. The company’s disciplined cost management and gas marketing strategy underpin a confident outlook for FY26.

Tesoro Gold has announced a significant 42% increase in the Ternera Gold Deposit resource at its El Zorro project in Chile, lifting contained gold to 1.82 million ounces and enhancing the project’s development potential.

Beach Energy reported robust FY25 results marked by significant cost reductions, increased production, and record dividends, while advancing key projects like the Waitsia Gas Plant and Moomba CCS.

WiseTech Global has completed its $2.1 billion acquisition of U.S.-based e2open, significantly broadening its supply chain software reach and product portfolio. This move positions WiseTech as a more integrated player in global trade and logistics technology.

Story-i Limited reported a significantly reduced half-year loss of $386,949 for December 2024, down from nearly $24 million a year earlier, as it exits its Indonesian operations and focuses on recapitalisation and new investments.