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Osteopore Limited has completed another incremental drawdown of A$250,000 on the second tranche of its redeemable convertible notes, continuing its steady funding progress under a A$20 million subscription agreement with Advance Opportunities Fund.

Critical Resources Limited has validated a high-grade tungsten system at its Granite Creek target in New Zealand, with channel sampling returning 16.63% WO₃ true width. The results underpin a clear path to drilling amid tightening global tungsten supply.

Andromeda Metals has started commissioning its High Purity Alumina pilot plant, aiming to produce commercial-grade 4N HPA samples in the second half of 2026 for customer qualification. The pilot plant will also explore value from by-products like amorphous silica and gallium, adding potential upside to the project.

Astron Limited is advancing talks for a $220 million senior debt package to fund Phase 1 of its Donald Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, with a final investment decision now expected in Q3 2026.

Eden Innovations has posted promising trial outcomes for its EdenCrete®Pz7 concrete additive across multiple sectors in India, highlighting performance gains and cost reductions amid the country’s rapid infrastructure growth.

EV Resources has unveiled a maiden Exploration Target at its Los Lirios Antimony Project in Mexico, estimating up to 166,000 tonnes of contained antimony across three zones. Phase 1 drilling confirmed shallow, continuous carbonate replacement mineralisation, while high-grade feeder zones await further testing.

The a2 Milk Company has clinched final Chinese regulatory approval to rebrand infant formula products under its flagship a2™ label, completing a pivotal acquisition step. The company plans to launch these products later in 2026 and is poised to declare a $300 million special dividend.

International Graphite Limited (ASX: IG6) has raised $4 million to fast-track its graphite processing ventures in Europe and Western Australia, supported by a UK critical minerals fund and existing shareholders.

VBX Limited has secured key environmental approvals that reduce the Wuudagu bauxite project footprint by nearly 10% while allowing mining rates up to 9 Mtpa. The project advances with a finalized Environmental Review Document and ongoing Definitive Feasibility Study, promising significant community and economic benefits.

Perpetual Resources (ASX: PEC) has locked in a 100% stake in the historic Nevada Scheelite tungsten mine, boasting an average grade of 1.1% WO3 and existing underground infrastructure. The acquisition is backed by a $2.5 million placement to fund validation and exploration.

ABx Group has confirmed its second mixed rare earth carbonate sample from Tasmania’s Deep Leads deposit exhibits even lower radioactivity than the first, reinforcing its exemption from radiological control and attracting positive feedback from key customers.

International Graphite Ltd (ASX:IG6) has partnered with Alkeemia S.p.A. to establish a graphite processing facility in Italy, aiming for first production in the second half of 2027 and a final investment decision by Q3 2026.