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Argosy Minerals has reached a key agreement to develop a 40MW energy infrastructure for its Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina, paving the way for expanded lithium production and enhanced project viability.

St Barbara Limited has reported significant high-grade gold intercepts from its FY25 drilling program at Simberi Operations, revealing promising sulphide mineralisation beneath existing open pit reserves. With assay results pending for 20 more holes, the company anticipates further resource upgrades.

Golden Horse Minerals has reported further high-grade gold assay results and a northern strike extension at its Hopes Hill project, reinforcing the potential for a significant resource. Planned deeper drilling and geophysical surveys aim to unlock more of this south-plunging gold system.

Australian Strategic Materials Limited (ASM) reminds eligible shareholders that its underwritten Share Purchase Plan closes on 17 July 2025, offering shares at a 20% discount. The plan is underwritten to $3 million by Canaccord Genuity, aiming to bolster ASM’s capital base.

Antilles Gold has taken a major step forward in developing its Nueva Sabana copper-gold mine by signing a non-binding Letter of Intent with Chinese firm Xinhai for a $26 million EPC contract and $16 million in project financing. The agreement also includes a strategic $4.1 million share placement, signaling deeper collaboration and governance involvement.

IGO Limited has announced its withdrawal from the Fraser Range Joint Venture, leaving Carawine Resources with a critical decision on the remaining tenement. Meanwhile, Carawine updates on a key legal battle over a compulsory acquisition by major shareholder QGold.

Spacetalk Ltd has raised $3 million through convertible notes from its largest shareholder and converted $1 million of secured debt, positioning the company for international growth and new product development.

Coda Minerals has submitted the Draft Scoping Report for its Elizabeth Creek Copper-Cobalt Project, marking a pivotal step in securing mining lease approvals in South Australia. This milestone reduces regulatory uncertainty and sets a clear path toward project development.

FireFly Metals has doubled its Share Purchase Plan to A$10 million following overwhelming demand, boosting its cash position to approximately A$145 million to accelerate drilling and mining studies at its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project.

Australian Pacific Coal Limited has been served a statutory demand for over A$1 million by M Resources Trading Pty Ltd, linked to a previously announced management fee. The company is reviewing the claim while continuing operations at its Dartbrook mine.

Johns Lyng Group has entered a binding scheme implementation deed with Pacific Equity Partners for a $1.1 billion acquisition at $4.00 per share, representing a significant premium and a 10.3x EV/EBITDA multiple. The transaction awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals, with major shareholder backing and a clear timetable set for late 2025.

Ora Banda Mining delivered a strong FY25 with 92.4koz gold produced, up 32% year-on-year, and sets an ambitious FY26 target of 140-155koz driven by new underground mines and strategic partnerships.