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Peak Rare Earths made significant strides in the March 2025 quarter, progressing its Ngualla Rare Earth Project, securing A$8.5 million in capital, and benefiting from a surge in rare earth prices driven by growing EV demand and evolving Chinese regulations.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited has been awarded two significant grants totaling A$3 million by the US Department of Defense, validating its innovative insecticide technologies Flavocide® and Qcide®. The company is advancing regulatory filings and scaling production to target both military and civilian markets.

First Graphene Limited reported a successful A$2.4 million capital raise alongside promising progress in its PureGRAPH-CEM product trials in the UK and South Africa, while securing key patents and expanding distribution across Asia and South America.

Piedmont Lithium reported a 15% decline in Q1 2025 spodumene concentrate production due to weather disruptions, yet achieved a record lithium recovery rate in March, signaling operational resilience amid challenges.

Antipa Minerals has consolidated its Paterson Province tenements into the expansive Minyari Project, resumed full ownership of Wilki and Paterson Projects following partner withdrawals, and launched a major drilling campaign targeting resource growth and new discoveries.

Gold Mountain Limited reports robust exploration progress across its Brazilian portfolio, confirming high-grade rare earth element mineralisation and defining multiple lithium drill targets, supported by a $3.05 million capital raise.

WhiteHawk Limited reported solid Q1 2025 progress with a $2.4 million contract renewal and a landmark $920 million subcontract on a U.S. federal government vehicle, alongside multiple new cyber risk program wins.

Argenica Therapeutics has completed patient dosing in its Phase 2 trial of ARG-007 for acute ischaemic stroke, with topline data expected in Q3 2025. The company also plans to submit its Investigational New Drug application and Fast Track request to the FDA imminently.

Firebird Metals has made significant strides in its LMFP battery strategy, finalizing multiple offtake agreements with Chinese manufacturers and securing a mining lease for its Oakover project, positioning itself as a low-cost producer in the growing battery materials market.

Caprice Resources has reported strong drilling results at its Island Gold Project, including a new high-grade gold discovery south of Vadrians Hill, and has commenced an extensive Phase 3 drilling program to expand its maiden resource potential.

EMVision Medical Devices has commenced the pivotal clinical trial for its emu™ bedside brain scanner aimed at FDA clearance, while advancing its First Responder device through successful aeromedical testing and ethics approvals. The company maintains strong cash reserves of $12.58 million to support ongoing innovation and clinical activities.

Universal Biosensors reported a 28% increase in customer receipts to $1.6 million for Q1 2025, alongside improved cash flow and plans for a new product launch later this year.