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Barton Gold Holdings has updated its Challenger Gold Project resources near the Central Gawler Mill to 223,000 ounces of gold, setting the stage for a potential low-cost production start by late 2026. The company’s total gold resources now stand at 1.9 million ounces, supported by extensive drilling and metallurgical testwork.

Wide Open Agriculture has achieved a breakthrough in lupin protein production, slashing energy consumption by up to 80% and halving processing time in a recent commercial-scale trial. These efficiency gains pave the way for more cost-effective, scalable manufacturing.

Predictive Discovery’s Definitive Feasibility Study for the Bankan Gold Project confirms robust economics with a 12.2-year mine life producing 250,000 ounces annually and a post-tax NPV of US$1.6 billion. The study outlines a clear path to construction and production in Guinea, backed by strong financial returns and environmental approvals.

Zeotech Limited’s Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) for its AusPozz™ Project reveals a robust business case for Australia’s first metakaolin production facility, promising strong financial returns and significant carbon emission reductions.

Revolver Resources has completed the final milestone of a Queensland government grant, unlocking full funding to fast-track its Dianne Copper Mine Project towards production in 2026.

Catalyst Metals reports positive infill drilling results at its Trident Gold Project, confirming expected mineralisation and enabling development to commence with first ore targeted in late 2025.

Volt Resources has completed a scoping study for its Alabama Graphite Refinery, revealing robust project economics and a patented purification process that could reshape US graphite supply chains.

Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) has announced an underwritten share purchase plan to raise up to A$3 million, supporting its advancing Dubbo Project and ramp-up of the Korean Metals Plant. The company also outlines ambitions for a US metals facility amid strong government backing and strategic partnerships.

Macarthur Minerals has clarified key details regarding its recent convertible note funding, confirming the counterparty is an independent entity and highlighting the need for shareholder approval before issuing shares on conversion.

Southern Palladium has raised A$8 million through a strategic placement to accelerate its Definitive Feasibility Study and staged mine development at the Bengwenyama PGM project, backed by a major cornerstone investor.

Freehill Mining has successfully produced a high-grade 65.75% iron concentrate from a 400kg bulk sample at its Yerbas Buenas Mine in Chile, setting the stage for a potential restart of magnetite mining operations.

Freehill Mining has produced a high-grade magnetite concentrate of approximately 66% iron from its Yerbas Buenas mine bulk sample, setting the stage for renewed mining operations in Chile.