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Downer EDI Limited has reported a robust first half of FY25, with a 4.7% rise in statutory NPAT and a striking 70% increase in pro forma NPATA, underscoring the success of its ongoing transformation program.

MTM Critical Metals has announced a breakthrough in recovering gallium and germanium from semiconductor waste using its proprietary Flash Joule Heating technology, achieving recovery rates that rival traditional methods while offering a more sustainable and scalable solution.

Renegade Exploration Limited has identified a significant high-grade antimony-gold-silver anomaly at its Myschka Prospect within the Yukon Project, Canada, highlighting critical defence metals and promising exploration potential.

Marmota Limited has completed an extensive 91-hole drilling campaign at its Muckanippie project, extending exploration westward based on promising visual heavy mineral feedback. Laboratory assays are expected within weeks, potentially confirming a significant titanium resource expansion.

Vection Technologies has elevated its market position by achieving Dell Technologies' highest partner tier, following a $4 million defence contract extension that underpins its growth in AI and XR solutions.

Sparc Technologies has secured a fourth trial agreement with BHP Mitsubishi Alliance to test its graphene-enhanced ecosparc® coating in harsh mining conditions, aiming to validate its anti-corrosive performance against market leaders.

Hotel Property Investments (HPI) reported a solid $16.7 million statutory profit for H1 FY25, alongside a 3.2% rise in distributions and a successful debt refinancing that extends maturity and reduces costs.

Hotel Property Investments (HPI) reported a robust half-year profit of A$16.7 million, driven by rising rental income and property valuations, while managing significant takeover defence costs amid Charter Hall Retail REIT and Hostplus bids.

Northern Minerals has completed the second tranche of its placement, raising $41.5 million to advance its Browns Range Heavy Rare Earth Project, focusing on the high-grade Wolverine deposit.

Renegade Exploration has revealed significant concentrations of critical defence metals germanium and gallium at its Andrew Deposit in Yukon, Canada, highlighting new strategic value in its zinc-lead-silver project. The discovery aligns with increased government interest in critical minerals infrastructure.

Vection Technologies secures a $4 million extension on a defence contract, reinforcing its position in AI-driven national security solutions and deepening its partnership with Dell Technologies.

Sunrise Energy Metals has updated its Syerston Scandium Project Mineral Resource Estimate, confirming a substantial global resource and planning a targeted drilling campaign to expand high-grade zones. The company is advancing product development with key partners amid growing demand for scandium in strategic sectors.