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First Au Limited is streamlining its portfolio to concentrate exclusively on Western Australian gold projects, exiting offshore interests and enacting key board changes to align with investor expectations.

OzAurum Resources has raised $4.1 million through a strategic placement to Forrestania Resources, which will become a significant shareholder and support development at the James Stage 1 Open Pit in Western Australia.

OzAurum Resources has raised $4.1 million through a strategic placement to Forrestania Resources, which now holds a near-20% stake. The funds will accelerate heap leach development at the James Stage 1 Open Pit in Western Australia.

Culpeo Minerals reports promising high-grade copper intersections at its La Florida Prospect and secures A$3 million to fund upcoming drilling at Vista Montana, advancing its Chilean copper exploration ambitions.

Kingsland Minerals has completed a pivotal scoping study for its Leliyn Graphite Project, confirming high-grade purified spherical graphite production potential. The company also secured $2.16 million through a placement and share purchase plan and has commenced a pre-feasibility study.

IODM Limited has reported a standout Q2 FY26 with record cash receipts driven by strong UK education sector growth and strategic board renewal.

NoviqTech has formalised a key collaboration with Viva Energy on sustainable aviation fuel and agreed to acquire biochar carbon removal specialist Coralia, backed by a $1.5 million capital raise.

Mont Royal Resources has kicked off a comprehensive work program at its Ashram Rare Earth and Fluorspar Project following a transformative merger and a successful $10 million capital raise. An updated Preliminary Economic Assessment is expected by the end of Q1 2026.

West Cobar Metals has kicked off metallurgical testing at its Salazar project targeting rare earth carbonate production and announced a new gallium resource, while gold exploration at Mystique confirms widespread mineralisation.

The Star Entertainment Group reported a 6% revenue increase to $301 million and a return to EBITDA profit in Q2 FY26, driven by stable Sydney trading, seasonal Gold Coast strength, and a key Brisbane operator fee. Strategic investments and refinancing efforts mark a pivotal phase for the company.

Livium Ltd has solidified its position in the clean energy recycling sector with new contracts, a key patent, and a $4.5 million capital raise, setting the stage for accelerated growth in lithium-ion battery and rare earth element recycling.

BOA Resources has secured a significant foothold in Western Australia’s Murchison Copper Belt with a 49% stake in the Neds Creek copper project, setting the stage for targeted drilling and exploration backed by a $3.75 million capital raise.

Locksley Resources has made significant strides at its Mojave Project, advancing drilling, securing major US institutional funding, and forging key partnerships to establish a domestic supply chain for critical antimony and rare earth elements.

Vital Metals has raised A$12.47 million in the second half of 2025 to fund its Tardiff Pre-Feasibility Study, underpinning the development of its high-grade rare earths project in Canada. The strong investor backing follows a robust July 2025 Scoping Study highlighting significant economic potential.

VBX Limited has reported a significant 51% increase in its Wuudagu bauxite resource and enhanced its project feasibility study, supported by fresh funding and robust market conditions.

Viking Mines has entered a binding agreement to acquire six high-grade tungsten projects in Nevada, backed by a strategic investment from American Tungsten Corp and a $4.29 million capital raise. The acquisition marks a significant expansion into the critical US tungsten market amid rising global demand.

Felix Group Holdings reported a robust 47% increase in total annual recurring revenue for Q2 FY26, driven by the strategic acquisition of Nexvia and expanding enterprise contracts. The company is advancing AI-powered platform enhancements and navigating key leadership transitions.

Celsius Resources has delivered a robust Definitive Feasibility Study for its Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog Copper-Gold Project, confirming a 35-year mine life and strong economic returns. The company is actively progressing funding arrangements amid growing investor interest.

Golden Horse Minerals reports multiple shallow, high-grade gold intersections at Golden Valley and significant deep drilling success at Southern Cross, backed by a $35 million capital raise to fuel 2026 growth.

Vita Resources NL, formerly Bastion Minerals, has advanced its Canadian and Australian projects with new exploration agreements and acquisitions, supported by a recent capital raise. The company is gearing up for significant exploration activities in 2026 under its refreshed corporate identity.

Optiscan Imaging Ltd has made significant strides in clinical studies and regulatory readiness, partnering with Australian Clinical Labs and launching new cancer imaging trials as it prepares for multiple FDA submissions in 2026.

Manuka Resources has released an updated 10-year Pre-Feasibility Study for its Cobar Basin projects, revealing a substantial uplift in project economics and a clear path to production by mid-2026.

Emerald Resources NL reported solid December quarter gold production from its Okvau Gold Mine and significant resource upgrades at its Dingo Range and Memot projects, underpinning its growth trajectory.

MRG Metals has expanded its rare earth portfolio through the acquisition of the high-grade Garies Rare Earth Project in South Africa, while also progressing key projects in Mozambique, signalling a diversified growth strategy in critical minerals.