♟️ Thursday 9 October 2025 Thu, 9 Oct 2025

Aurumin Limited proposes a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by Brightstar Resources, with an independent expert confirming the deal is fair and reasonable. The transaction offers Aurumin shareholders exposure to a larger gold portfolio and enhanced market presence.

Traka Resources Limited has officially rebranded as Liberty Metals Limited, with trading under the new ASX code LIB starting 14 October 2025. The company also plans a significant 20 – 1 share consolidation, pending shareholder approval at its upcoming AGM.

Lithium Energy Limited has confirmed lithium brine mineralisation in shallow aquifers at its White Plains Project in Utah, with assays up to 100 mg/L. The discovery supports plans for drilling deeper aquifers that may host higher-grade lithium.

ABx Group’s subsidiary ABx3 has received a $2.7 million investment from Good Importing International, granting GII 70% ownership to develop the Sunrise Bauxite Project in Queensland. This funding kickstarts a 12–24 month program targeting regulatory approvals and mine planning, with further investment options on the horizon.

Ainsworth Game Technology’s CEO Harald Neumann faces a setback as the Nevada Gaming Control Board recommends withdrawing his license application, prompting a board review of his role.

Moab Minerals is set to acquire full ownership of Imbas Mining, unlocking rights to earn up to 80% of the Sasare Gold and Copper Project in Zambia, a site with notable historic gold production and promising copper targets. The acquisition paves the way for an initial exploration campaign targeting both gold and copper mineralisation.

Kinetiko Energy hosts senior South African government dignitaries at its Brakfontein gas project, highlighting record gas flows and plans for a pilot LNG plant to address the country’s energy crisis.

Gorilla Gold announces strategic leadership hires and an employee incentive scheme tied to ambitious resource growth targets, alongside significant high-grade gold discoveries extending the Lakeview deposit at Comet Vale.

Infini Resources has intersected widespread high-grade uranium and polymetallic mineralisation in its Phase 2 drilling at Portland Creek, Newfoundland, validating its exploration model and hinting at a district-scale hydrothermal system.

Li-S Energy has partnered with Praetorian Aeronautics to integrate advanced lithium-sulfur batteries into autonomous interceptor drones, aiming to boost Australia's sovereign defence capabilities.

1414 Degrees has acquired exclusive global rights to a patented silicon nanoparticle technology from George Washington University, aiming to revolutionize lithium-ion battery anodes with higher capacity and faster charging. The company also raised $1.214 million to accelerate commercialisation and OEM engagement starting late 2025.

Andean Silver’s initial drilling at the Temer lode within Chile’s Cerro Bayo project reveals thick, high-grade silver-gold mineralisation, underpinning a 340% resource increase since acquisition. New vein discoveries promise further growth.

FireFly Metals reports exceptional high-grade copper and gold drill results from its Green Bay Project in Canada, setting the stage for a significant Mineral Resource Estimate update this quarter.

Brazilian Rare Earths has secured a decade-long heavy rare earth offtake deal with Carester, aligning Brazil’s high-grade resources with a leading European separation facility. This partnership also includes engineering support to accelerate BRE’s refinery development.

Netwealth Group Limited has reported a landmark quarter with total Funds Under Administration soaring to $120.8 billion, driven by record first-quarter net flows of $4.1 billion and strategic service expansions.

Marmota Limited’s maiden drilling program at the Greenewood gold project in South Australia has delivered exceptional bonanza-grade gold intersections, extending a high-grade mineralised zone over 900 metres. The latest assay batch includes the highest 4m gold intersection recorded at Greenewood, underscoring the project’s growing potential.

Develop Global Limited's updated Definitive Feasibility Study for its Sulphur Springs Zinc-Copper Project reveals a 76% surge in project valuation and a doubling of free cash flow to A$1.5 billion, setting the stage for final investment decision and construction.

Golden Deeps Ltd has expanded its Graceland mineralised corridor in Namibia by 500 metres to over 2.5 kilometres, revealing impressive copper, silver, zinc, lead, germanium, and antimony grades. An extensive Induced Polarisation survey is underway to pinpoint high-grade drilling targets.

Wildcat Resources reports a robust Preliminary Feasibility Study for its Tabba Tabba lithium project, alongside a significant new lithium discovery at Bolt Cutter Central, signalling strong growth potential in the Pilbara region.

Altech Batteries has achieved a major milestone with its Silumina Anodes™, delivering 88.5% capacity retention after 500 cycles and a 40% capacity boost over graphite anodes. This advancement promises longer electric vehicle ranges and lighter battery packs.