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Manuka Resources has launched a fully underwritten A$8 million entitlement offer to fund the restart of its Wonawinta processing plant and advance its 10-year Cobar Basin Production Plan, targeting silver and gold output by early 2026.

Legacy Minerals has acquired exploration rights to the Nico Young nickel-cobalt deposit in NSW, boasting one of Australia’s largest contained resources with significant strategic potential amid current market lows.

BWP Trust proposes to internalise its management by acquiring BWPM from Wesfarmers for $142.6 million, restructure 62 Bunnings leases to extend lease terms and options, and commit $86 million to capital upgrades. The transaction is forecast to be accretive to FY2026 distributions and requires investor approval.

Great Boulder Resources has raised $12.5 million through a placement to institutional investors, positioning the company to fast-track exploration and resource expansion at its flagship Side Well Gold Project.

Region Group reports a $54.4 million uplift in its investment property portfolio valuation as of June 30, 2025, driven by acquisitions and like-for-like gains, while maintaining stable gearing and net tangible assets growth.

National Australia Bank (NAB) reported steady cash earnings and improved return on equity in the first half of 2025, underpinned by strong capital ratios and a clear strategic focus on business banking, deposits, and proprietary home lending.

National Australia Bank’s half year results to March 2025 reveal modest revenue growth and stable cash earnings amid competitive pressures and regulatory demands. The bank’s strong capital position and ongoing strategy execution underpin cautious optimism.

Northern Star Resources has completed its acquisition of De Grey Mining, issuing new shares to De Grey shareholders and preparing to integrate the promising Hemi gold project into its portfolio.

Northern Star Resources has completed its acquisition of De Grey Mining, issuing new shares and preparing to delist De Grey from the ASX, marking a strategic expansion into Western Australia's Hemi gold project.

Equinox Resources has successfully raised A$3 million through a strategic placement to fund key milestones across its titanium, antimony, and iron ore assets. The capital injection aims to drive resource estimation, drilling, and legal progress in multiple jurisdictions.

Lloyds Banking Group reported a resilient start to 2025 with statutory profit after tax of £1.1 billion, underpinned by solid lending and deposit growth. The bank reaffirmed its 2025 guidance, maintaining confidence despite economic uncertainties.

Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (QRI) has announced its April 2025 distribution, delivering a 7.60% annualised return based on its forecast net tangible asset value. The fund continues to focus on Australian real estate loans secured by mortgages, underpinning its income strategy.