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Cyprium Metals has secured $80 million in funding and advanced key infrastructure works to restart copper production at its Nifty Copper Complex, targeting first cathode output by mid-2026.

Ausgold Limited has delivered an updated Definitive Feasibility Study for its Katanning Gold Project, revealing increased gold production and enhanced financial returns, supported by a $90 million capital raise to accelerate development.

Marquee Resources has kicked off a comprehensive exploration program at its Mt Clement Project, revealing promising high-grade gold at the historic Black Adder Prospect. This early success sets the stage for a broader assessment of gold potential across the tenement.

Red Mountain Mining has reported exceptional antimony assay results up to 34.3% from rock chip samples at its Oaky Creek prospect in New South Wales, confirming a large-scale orogenic antimony-gold system. The company plans drilling and further surveys in 2026 to advance exploration.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has received a $5.3 million R&D tax rebate from the Australian Taxation Office, providing a significant cash injection to support its innovative synthetic anti-infective drug development programs.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd throws its weight behind Australia’s new A$1.2 billion Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve, spotlighting its Sunday Creek gold-antimony project as a key player in securing domestic supply and reducing reliance on China.

DataWorks Group has reported a robust turnaround with a $1.1 million positive operating cash flow in Q2 FY26, underpinned by major government contracts and validated social impact from its BetStop™ platform.

RareX Limited has achieved a major regulatory milestone with the granting of a Mining Lease for its Cummins Range Project in Western Australia, significantly reducing development risk and paving the way for focused metallurgical optimisation and mine planning.

Lunnon Metals reports standout drilling results at Lady Herial, revealing thick, high-grade gold mineralisation beyond current open pit plans and setting the stage for expanded mining activity.

StepChange Holdings has completed its acquisition of Perth-based ICT advisory firm BroadReach, significantly boosting its digital transformation and government consulting capabilities.

Tambourah Metals has reported impressive high-grade gold intersections at its Tambourah Gold Project in Western Australia, highlighting strong potential for an initial resource estimate. Diamond drilling results confirm continuity of mineralisation at Tambourah King and promising findings at Alexandria and Young Australian prospects.

Vanguard Investments Australia has announced final distribution amounts and key dates for 27 of its ETFs, with payments scheduled for mid-January 2026. Investors can also participate in the Distribution Reinvestment Plan across all funds.