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Toro Energy and IsoEnergy have agreed to extend the deadline for their acquisition scheme to June 30, 2026, alongside a $2 million bridging loan to support Toro during the extended process. The deal remains unanimously recommended by Toro’s independent board committee, pending shareholder and court approvals.

BNK Banking Corporation announces the planned departure of CEO Allan Savins, with CFO Steve Kinsella stepping in as interim CEO from April 2026. The leadership transition marks a pivotal moment for the bank amid its ongoing growth and turnaround.

Celsius Resources has appointed Bardin Davis as Managing Director to spearhead financing efforts for its Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog Copper-Gold Project, while initiating a search for a Non-Executive Chair to strengthen governance.

St Barbara has completed a major strategic transaction with Lingbao Gold Group, receiving A$389 million in cash and approving a US$333 million investment to expand the New Simberi Gold Project, setting the stage for a significant production boost.

Noble Helium has raised $12 million through a strongly supported institutional placement to fund its North Rukwa helium exploration in Tanzania, responding to tightening global helium supplies.

KGL Resources has locked in a US$300 million streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals, marking a pivotal step in funding the Jervois Copper Project in Australia's Northern Territory. This deal provides significant upfront capital without traditional debt constraints, positioning KGL for copper production growth.

Vitura Health has appointed Justin James as its new CEO, bringing a wealth of healthcare leadership and a proven track record in specialty therapies to accelerate the company’s transformation.

Frontier Digital Ventures reported a sharp 18% revenue decline in FY2025 due to shedding low-margin businesses, yet achieved a remarkable 205% jump in EBITDA, signalling a successful pivot to core classifieds in emerging markets.

Wellnex Life has extended its licensing and supply agreement with Haleon UK for soft gel liquid paracetamol products until March 2027, reinforcing its position in the global analgesics market.

Yugo Metals has appointed Petar Tomašević as its permanent CEO, following his interim leadership that saw significant project milestones. His international experience and regional insight position the company for accelerated growth in Europe's strategic metals sector.

Following ASIC's final inquiry report, ASX unveils a comprehensive transformation plan focusing on governance, leadership, and risk management, alongside a significant capital charge.

Clara Resources pivots exclusively to its Mareeba Gold Project in North Queensland, securing $1.1 million in fresh capital and renewing its board to drive exploration in a historically rich but underexplored gold province.

Prairie Lithium has secured a binding offtake agreement with Hydro Lithium for 100% of its Phase 1 lithium carbonate production, alongside a strategic AU$10 million equipment collaboration. This deal marks a significant milestone for Prairie’s Saskatchewan project, targeting first production in late 2026.

Altair Minerals has identified two significant gold anomalies at its South Oko project in Guyana, setting the stage for a major drilling campaign starting in April 2026. The discovery of a blind target beneath duricrust highlights the project's promising potential in a premier gold jurisdiction.

Syrah Resources has opened its retail entitlement offer to raise approximately A$104 million, supported by strategic funding proposals from US and Australian government-linked entities. The capital raise aims to underpin the ramp-up of its Balama graphite mine and Vidalia anode material facility.

Alliance Nickel Limited (ASX:AXN) has launched a non-renounceable entitlement offer to raise approximately A$4.15 million, aiming to fund capital cost optimisation for its NiWest Nickel-Cobalt Project and support general working capital.

Harvest Technology Group is sharpening its focus on defence markets following an independent review that validates its Nodestream platform’s relevance. The company has initiated third-party validation and made significant leadership changes, including the CEO’s departure.

Duratec Limited is set to acquire Newcastle-based Pacific Welding Australia for up to $12 million, boosting its Energy and Mining sector footprint in NSW. The deal enhances Duratec’s self-perform capabilities and access to key Hunter Region clients.

Antipa Minerals has significantly expanded and upgraded its Minyari Project resource in Western Australia, now boasting 3.6 million ounces gold equivalent with a robust 85% Indicated classification at its core Minyari Dome deposits.