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Alpha HPA has finalized a $30 million royalty funding agreement with Queensland's QCMBTF, receiving $27 million to support Stage 2 of its HPA First Project and general corporate needs. Concurrently, the company progresses a $400 million senior debt financing with Australian government lenders.

Altech Batteries has launched immediate sales of sodium nickel chloride batteries through a strategic collaboration with AMPower, while advancing its flagship CERENERGY project in Germany with strong funding and prototype milestones.

Flynn Gold’s re-assay of historical drill core at its Firetower Project reveals significantly higher tungsten grades, prompting accelerated exploration and a maiden resource target for 2026.

Li-S Energy has marked a milestone with the production of Australia’s first lithium metal foils and expanded its footprint in the global defense sector, supported by new manufacturing capabilities and strategic partnerships.

Critical Minerals Group (ASX – CMG) reports significant progress in vanadium flow battery technology deployment, international supply chain engagements, and mine feasibility studies, positioning itself at the forefront of Australia’s renewable energy storage future.

Ragusa Minerals has signed a binding agreement to acquire a 60% controlling interest in Pegasus Tel Inc., gaining access to the Purple Pansy Manganese-Gold Project in Arizona, a critical mineral asset aligned with US government priorities.

GreenHy2 Limited has launched its PowerSafe Sodium-Ion Battery range tailored for Australian conditions, expanded into turnkey solar and battery solutions, and signed a strategic MOU with Skeleton Technologies to explore advanced energy storage in Australia.

Iltani Resources has reported a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for its Orient West Silver-Indium Project alongside record high-grade drill results at Orient East, supported by $8 million in new funding from Queensland Investment Corporation.

Ark Mines secured a $4.5 million strategic investment from QIC to fast-track its Sandy Mitchell Rare Earth Project, achieving key drilling and environmental milestones that pave the way for production by late 2027.

1414 Degrees has completed key milestones on its SiBox technology, advanced SiBrick storage media towards mass production, and acquired an exclusive licence for innovative silicon nanoparticle tech, backed by a $1.214 million capital raise.

LGI Limited has launched a $5 million Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand the chance to buy additional shares at a slight discount. The capital raise aims to fund the acceleration of key renewable energy projects.

Locksley Resources has made significant strides in its US critical minerals strategy, advancing proprietary antimony refining technology and expanding its Mojave Project landholding. The company also completed an oversubscribed capital raise to fund upcoming drilling and downstream processing initiatives.