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BlueScope Steel’s board has unanimously dismissed a $30 per share takeover proposal from SGH and Steel Dynamics, calling it opportunistic and undervaluing the company’s assets and growth prospects.

Key Petroleum Limited has appointed Jujun Zhang as Executive Director, CEO, and Vice Chairman, bringing over two decades of new energy expertise to the boardroom. This leadership addition signals a strategic focus on growth and investment in power generation technologies.

Augustus Minerals has addressed ASX concerns over its recent appointment and election of a new director, clarifying compliance with listing rules despite timing challenges.

Southern Cross Media Group has completed its acquisition of Seven West Media, issuing shares to Seven shareholders and announcing significant leadership and board changes.

SQX Resources has completed its acquisition of an 80% interest in AM6 Pty Ltd, gaining control of two promising gold and silver projects in Montana and Arizona. The move is bolstered by recent high-grade sampling results and the appointment of a seasoned executive director.

Aurum Resources has taken a major step forward at its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire by lodging three mining licence applications covering over 570 square kilometres, setting the stage for a busy 2026 with extensive drilling and resource updates.

Bayan Mining has appointed Nathan Kong as its new CEO, bringing over 17 years of tier-one mining experience to lead its rare earth projects and strategic growth initiatives.

Regis Resources has reported a record quarterly cash and bullion build of $255 million, lifting its total cash and bullion reserves to $930 million, alongside solid gold production in the December 2025 quarter.

Manuka Resources is gearing up to recommence gold and silver production in the Cobar Basin by mid-2026 while awaiting a pivotal regulatory decision on its large-scale iron sands project in New Zealand.