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Surefire Resources NL acknowledged a week-long delay in announcing CEO Dr Andrew Whitehead's resignation, citing transition uncertainties and promising tighter disclosure controls.

African Gold Ltd shareholders and optionholders overwhelmingly approved schemes of arrangement to be acquired by Montage Gold Corp, setting the stage for a court approval hearing next week.

Whitefield Income Limited has declared fully franked monthly dividends of 0.583 cents per share for April through June 2026, delivering an annualised yield of 8.3% based on the March 31 share price. The company continues its approach of combining steady monthly payments with potential half yearly top-ups.

Tamboran Resources Corporation is extending its capital raise with a partially underwritten retail entitlement offer worth up to A$27 million, following a US$163 million institutional and public offering. The proceeds will accelerate drilling and resource delineation in the Beetaloo Basin, aiming to underpin first gas sales in 2026.

Lithium Plus Minerals has appointed mining veteran Andrew Haythorpe as CEO, aiming to accelerate development of its flagship Lei Lithium Project. The move signals a strategic shift as Executive Chairman Dr Bin Guo steps back from daily operations.

BluGlass has secured an upsized A$8 million placement, including a A$2.3 million cornerstone investment from its board and management, to accelerate its gallium nitride laser manufacturing and support a growing project pipeline.

Western Yilgarn NL has been granted three exploration licences covering 201 km² in Western Australia's Glenburgh Gold District, identifying seven geophysical targets analogous to nearby multi-million-ounce gold deposits.

Clara Resources has appointed Duncan Gordon as Executive Director, signalling a strategic pivot to accelerate exploration at its Mareeba Gold Project in North Queensland. Former Managing Director Peter Westerhuis steps down but remains as a consultant.

ClearVue Technologies slashed its quarterly cash burn by 52.7%, trimming $6.9 million in annual costs, as it pushes forward with multiple international solar projects and key product certifications.

Insignia Financial shareholders met on 13 April 2026 and overwhelmingly backed a $4.80 per share acquisition scheme by CC Capital, valuing the company at about $3.3 billion and offering a near 57% premium to pre-offer prices.

MinRex Resources has finalized its merger with Electrum Discovery, creating a well-funded ASX-listed explorer with advanced gold and copper projects in Serbia and Australia. The deal brings Electrum’s Tlamino Gold Project and Timok East Copper-Gold targets into MinRex’s portfolio, alongside its existing Sofala Gold Project in New South Wales.

Power Minerals has completed due diligence on the Morro do Ferro rare earths project in Brazil, revealing exceptional magnetic rare earth oxide grades that underpin plans to finalise acquisition and ramp up exploration.

Eclipse Metals’ 2025 drilling at Grønnedal reveals broad rare earth mineralisation from surface, with multiple zones exceeding 1% TREO and a strong Nd-Pr magnet rare earth profile, reinforcing the project’s strategic importance.

Centaurus Metals has drawn strong non-binding offers from ten international financiers totaling up to US$320 million to fund its Jaguar Nickel Sulphide Project in Brazil. The company aims to appoint a lead financier by Q3 2026 alongside its Final Investment Decision.

Jameson Resources has secured A$3 million through a discounted share placement to advance critical environmental approvals and Indigenous engagement for its Crown Mountain coal project in British Columbia, aiming to submit the final application by late 2026.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. has transitioned its Sunday Creek project into execution, commencing surface works and targeting a maiden inferred resource in early 2027, supported by a robust $123.2 million cash position.

Prairie Lithium is poised to begin commercial lithium production in Q4 2026 as its Direct Lithium Extraction facility nears completion, backed by a binding offtake agreement covering 100% of Phase 1 output and a strategic AU$10 million equipment contribution from Hydro Lithium.

Canyon Resources advances its Minim Martap Bauxite Project with trial mining underway and first ore shipment set for Q3 2026, while navigating executive departures and solidifying funding.

Freelancer Limited has delivered a landmark FY25 with record profitability, a major NASA contract win, and significant AI-driven growth across its marketplaces and payment services.

WhiteHawk (ASX: WHK) has acquired Quixxi, gaining the Clarity AI platform to extend its cybersecurity services into the burgeoning global AI governance sector. The deal positions WhiteHawk at the convergence of cybersecurity, data governance, and AI risk management amid rapid market growth and regulatory momentum.

Vinyl Group has completed its $10.5 million acquisition of Val Morgan Digital, boosting its digital media revenue by 73% and audience reach to rival Australia's largest media players. The deal also brings HOYTS CEO Damian Keogh onto Vinyl’s board, signalling a strategic pivot towards integrated media offerings.

Telix Pharmaceuticals and Regeneron have entered a strategic collaboration to co-develop next-generation radiopharmaceutical therapies, with Telix receiving a $40 million upfront payment and potential milestones exceeding $2 billion.

Champion Iron has finalized its US$300 million acquisition of Norwegian iron ore producer Rana Gruber, securing over 92% ownership and setting sights on full integration and delisting. The deal enhances Champion's high-purity iron ore portfolio and strengthens its position in the green steel supply chain.

Kairos Minerals has boosted its Mt York Gold Project resource estimate to 2.08 million ounces, marking a 50% increase in contained gold and setting the stage for an aggressive 2026 drilling and feasibility campaign.