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Metals Australia reports exceptional drilling results at its Lac Carheil graphite project in Quebec, revealing thick, high-grade graphite zones that significantly extend the known resource. These findings pave the way for a major resource upgrade and accelerated project development.

Thunderbird Resources advances exploration of high-grade gold and antimony projects in New South Wales, while progressing copper and uranium ventures in Peru and Canada.

HighCom Limited has landed a significant A$2.6 million order from the Australian Department of Defence to supply Counter Small Uncrewed Aerial Systems, marking a strategic expansion into counter-drone technology.

SKS Technologies has delivered a robust first half in 2025, showcasing strong revenue growth and a burgeoning project pipeline, underpinned by zero debt and strategic expansion in data centres and traditional electrical services.

Ventia Services Group Limited delivered strong financial results for 2024, highlighted by a 12.8% rise in NPATA and a record 92% contract renewal rate, while reaffirming growth guidance despite ongoing ACCC proceedings.

Nimy Resources has raised $2.75 million through a share placement to fast-track exploration and resource definition at its promising Block 3 gallium discovery in Western Australia amid soaring global gallium prices.

Verbrec Limited has landed over $11 million in new engineering and construction contracts, boosting its outlook for a solid profit in H2 FY2025 amid easing project deferrals.

Matrix Composites & Engineering has received a preliminary, non-binding proposal from Advanced Innergy Solutions for a reverse merger, prompting careful review by its board amid uncertainty.

Etherstack plc has reported its highest ever half-year cash receipts, surpassing US$7 million in the first half of FY2025, signaling strong momentum and a promising revenue outlook for the year.

Southern Cross Gold has successfully closed the second tranche of its C$143 million private placement, securing nearly C$30 million to fund critical milestones at its Sunday Creek Gold-Antimony Project in Australia.

Carbine Resources has been granted a long-term mining lease for its Muchea Silica Sand Project, marking a significant step forward while awaiting further regulatory approvals.

Aristocrat Leisure Limited reported a robust HY25 with revenue rising 9% to AUD 3 billion and a 6% increase in NPATA, underpinned by strategic acquisitions and operational resilience. The company signals confidence in sustained growth through innovation and market expansion.