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Dicker Data Limited has updated its dividend distribution details, confirming an 11-cent fully franked dividend and setting the Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) price at AUD 8.6584 per share.

Lithium Universe Limited’s Definitive Feasibility Study confirms the economic viability of its Bécancour Lithium Refinery, projecting robust returns even amid subdued lithium prices. The project aims to produce 18,270 tonnes per year of battery-grade lithium carbonate, leveraging proven Jiangsu technology and a counter-cyclical development strategy.

Arizona Lithium has withdrawn its previous exploration plan for the Big Sandy Lithium Project, opting for a revised development approach with key stakeholder input, while accelerating construction at its Prairie Lithium Project in Canada.

Legacy Minerals has identified a compelling new porphyry copper-gold drill target at its Glenlogan Project, following advanced geophysical surveys by partner S2 Resources. This discovery builds on last year’s drilling that revealed significant mineralization, positioning Glenlogan as a potential new player in the Macquarie Arc.

Smart Parking Limited has reported robust H1 FY25 results, underpinned by a strategic acquisition of Peak Parking LP and a fully underwritten $45 million equity raise to fund its US expansion.

Toys"R"Us ANZ has entered a strategic three-year partnership with Directed Electronics Australia to co-develop private label products and enhance marketing capabilities, marking a pivotal step in its growth strategy.

FBR Limited’s exclusive joint venture option with CRH Ventures for its Wall as a Service® offering in the US has expired without exercise, freeing the company to pursue independent financing and partnerships across key American markets.

Ovanti Limited has secured board approval for its ambitious US market entry plan targeting $500 million in total transaction volumes within two years, focusing on underserved consumers in the Southern States.

Aurizon Holdings reported a 3% revenue increase in its half-year FY2025 results, driven by higher coal volumes, but underlying NPAT fell 14% due to rising costs and customer mix effects. The company’s strong free cash flow supports an expanded $300 million buy-back program.

Aurizon Holdings posted a 3% revenue increase to $2.02 billion for 1HFY2025 but saw EBITDA dip 4% to $814 million, reflecting operational headwinds across key segments. The company declared a 9.2 cents per share interim dividend, signaling cautious optimism despite margin pressures.

AMA Group has locked in a $110 million debt facility from two major Australian banks, improving funding costs and enabling strategic expansion in the collision repair sector.

Intelligent Monitoring Group Limited (IMG) has agreed to acquire KOBE Pty Ltd for an initial $6.98 million, aiming to expand its commercial security footprint in Queensland and boost FY25 EBITDA by approximately $2.5 million.