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The Treasurer has expressed preliminary concerns that Cosette Pharmaceuticals’ proposed acquisition of Mayne Pharma could harm Australia’s economy, citing plans to close a key Adelaide manufacturing site. Mayne Pharma disputes these claims and urges a resolution before the scheme deadline.

Argent Minerals reports exceptional silver grades from deep drilling at Kempfield, alongside bonanza gold results at Trunkey Creek and new copper-gold targets at West Wyalong, supported by a $4.85 million capital raise.

Memphasys has sharpened its commercial focus on the Felix™ System, securing a major distribution expansion in the MENA region and cutting operational costs by 40%, setting the stage for a global market push.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd has acquired the Penouta tin-tantalum-niobium mine in Spain at a significant discount, raised A$18 million in capital, and received a key arbitration ruling on its Greenland rare earths project.

DigitalX Limited has accelerated its Bitcoin-first treasury strategy with a $20.7 million capital raise, nearly doubling its Bitcoin holdings to over 500 BTC and unveiling an ambitious plan to reach 2,100 BTC by 2027.

Critica Limited has marked a significant milestone in its Jupiter rare earths project, commissioning a pilot plant and producing its first high-grade mixed rare earth oxide product, underscoring its path from resource to revenue.

Otto Energy reported an 11% rise in oil production and a solid US$2 million net operating cash inflow in Q3 2025, alongside key executive and board changes.

Clara Resources upgrades the Ashford Coking Coal Project resource classification and raises $1.6 million to fund a critical drilling program, while reviewing strategic options for its Kildanga Nickel/Cobalt asset.

GWA reported modest revenue and earnings growth in FY25, driven by strong performance in Australia and the UK despite a tough New Zealand market. The company also initiated a $30 million on-market share buyback and increased its fully franked dividend.

Avira Resources has secured a binding agreement to acquire the high-grade Mt Cattlin Gold Project and raised $2.5 million in firm commitments, positioning itself for significant exploration activity in Western Australia and Sweden.

Steadfast Group reveals the remuneration package for new Acting CEO Tim Mathieson, highlighting a $1 million fixed salary plus substantial performance incentives for FY26.

Steadfast Group Limited has posted a 17.2% rise in underlying net profit after tax for FY25, marking its 12th consecutive year of growth, even as its CEO steps aside pending an investigation. The company also announced a leadership transition with Vicki Allen named incoming Chair.

Victory Metals has significantly upgraded its North Stanmore rare earths resource, reporting record dysprosium grades and producing a high-purity rare earth oxide. The company also secured strategic partnerships and $11.5 million in new funding.

Western Yilgarn NL has significantly boosted its bauxite portfolio with two new JORC-compliant resource estimates and confirmed high-grade gallium and cobalt discoveries, positioning itself strongly in critical minerals and gold exploration.

Neurizon Therapeutics has secured FDA clearance to resume clinical trials for its lead ALS drug candidate NUZ-001 and strengthened its balance sheet with a $5.2 million capital raise. The company is now poised to enter the pivotal HEALEY ALS Platform Trial, marking a significant step forward in its neurodegenerative disease program.

archTIS has significantly expanded its U.S. footprint through the acquisition of Spirion LLC and a new Department of Defense contract, supported by a A$20.5 million capital raise. These moves position the company for accelerated growth in the lucrative U.S. defense and enterprise cybersecurity markets.

GBM Resources has launched a major drilling campaign at its Twin Hills gold project and raised A$40 million to fund exploration and development across its Drummond Basin portfolio.

SRJ Technologies has made significant strides in its three-year growth plan, securing a $6 million joint venture with a Middle East National Oil Company and raising £1.4 million to fund its regional expansion.

Turaco Gold has significantly expanded its Afema Project gold resource to 4.06 million ounces, driven by high-grade discoveries at multiple deposits and a strong financial position supporting ongoing development.

Wide Open Agriculture advances its lupin protein commercialisation with a strategic China rollout, sustainability validation, and plans for a large-scale Australian facility.

Bryah Resources has secured the Golden Pike gold and antimony project in Canada, appointed Greg Hill as CEO, and raised nearly $2 million to fund upcoming drilling and resource upgrades.

Omni Bridgeway reported a strong start to FY26 with A$136.6 million in cash investment proceeds and a robust pipeline of nearly A$318 million in potential new commitments. The company also settled a long-standing legal liability and is progressing well with fund capital raising.

Verity Resources reports robust Phase 1 drilling results at its Monument Gold Project, secures full ownership of Botswana copper-silver assets, and confirms significant rare earth mineralisation in Brazil, underpinning its growth strategy.

Alpha HPA Limited reports significant progress on its HPA First Project Stage 2 construction and secures $30 million funding, while signing new letters of intent with leading semiconductor OEMs.