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VRX Limited advances its Arrowsmith and North silica sand projects with a positive EPA assessment and non-binding offtake agreements totaling 440,000 tonnes annually across Asia. Despite an ongoing appeal, the company is progressing toward final approvals and project financing.

Iluka Resources reported a 32% drop in net profit after tax to $231 million for 2024, while securing critical funding for its Eneabba rare earths refinery and progressing the Balranald mine development.

South32 Limited reported a strong first half of fiscal 2025, driven by improved operational performance and a streamlined portfolio following the sale of Illawarra Metallurgical Coal. The company announced a fully-franked interim dividend and maintained its production guidance despite some operational challenges.

Suncorp Group has reported a robust $1.1 billion net profit for 1H25, buoyed by a benign natural hazard season and the sale of its banking arm. The insurer is set to return $4.1 billion to shareholders, marking a significant milestone in its strategic simplification.

Suncorp Group delivered a robust first half FY25 with NPAT nearly doubling to $1.1 billion, driven by the sale of Suncorp Bank and favourable natural hazard outcomes. The insurer announced a $3.22 per share capital return and dividend, underscoring strong capital management.

Medallion Metals has secured a positive EPBC Referral decision for its Ravensthorpe Gold Project, marking a crucial milestone in its sulphide development strategy. The company aims to submit additional environmental data by March 2025, targeting final approval by Q3 2025 while progressing drilling and financing.

VRX Silica Limited's Arrowsmith North silica sand project faces a formal appeal from the Conservation Council of WA, challenging the recent environmental approval recommendation. The company is preparing its response while continuing to advance parallel permitting processes.

Nufarm Limited’s 2025 AGM revealed a resilient FY24 performance despite industry headwinds, with strong growth in omega-3 canola and strategic cost-saving initiatives setting the stage for future expansion.

QEM Limited has marked significant progress in its Julia Creek Vanadium and Energy Project, securing key government approvals and raising $2.76 million to advance development and environmental studies.

Gas2Grid navigates regulatory headwinds in Australia by pursuing new petroleum ventures in the Philippines while contesting a significant legal claim in France. The company’s ASX suspension persists as it seeks to restore compliance through fresh contracts.

Veris Limited has announced the acquisition of Melbourne-based Spatial Vision for up to $3 million, significantly expanding its digital and spatial service capabilities. The deal is expected to be earnings accretive from FY26 and deepen Veris' government sector reach.

Triangle Energy reports a solid cash position of $10.89 million as it prepares to drill the Becos-1 exploration well in early 2025, while managing ongoing transitions at the Cliff Head Oil Field and pursuing new ventures in the Philippines and UK.