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MTM Critical Metals and Meteoric Resources have signed a non-binding MOU to develop a breakthrough Flash Joule Heating process that upgrades rare earth elements from Meteoric’s Caldeira project, promising a faster, cleaner alternative to traditional refining.

BluGlass Limited has extended its Share Purchase Plan closing date to June 18, 2025, securing an extra $1.5 million in institutional commitments to accelerate production of its gallium nitride lasers.

Saunders International announces the planned resignation of CEO Mark Benson by year-end alongside a notable downgrade in FY25 revenue and earnings guidance due to project delays and weather disruptions.

McLaren Minerals has successfully raised $1.282 million through a two-tranche placement to advance its McLaren Titanium Project in Western Australia, aiming to complete a critical pre-feasibility study by early Q3 2025.

Etherstack has landed a $1 million contract to supply digital radio network equipment to the world’s largest iron ore producer in Western Australia, reinforcing its growth in recurring revenues. The company also reports record cash receipts in the first half of 2025, signaling strong momentum.

Aurora Labs has been awarded a $544,333 Defence Industry Development Grant to expand its production capabilities for gas turbine propulsion systems, reinforcing Australia’s sovereign defence manufacturing.

European Lithium Ltd has released assay results from deep diamond drilling at Greenland’s Tanbreez Project, revealing high-grade rare earth mineralisation below the current resource estimate and setting the stage for resource expansion.

Siren Gold Limited advances its Langdons Antimony-Gold Project with promising high-grade surface samples and a key exploration permit application, positioning itself amid rising demand for critical minerals.

Hanwha Group claims US approval to fully own Austal, but independent checks suggest a narrower green light. Australian regulators still hold the final say on foreign ownership.

Trigg Minerals has verified significant massive stibnite mineralisation at its Antimony Canyon Project in Utah, reinforcing the project's high-grade potential and setting the stage for advanced exploration.

Lithium Plus Minerals Limited retracts previous pricing statements on its Arunta Lithium Projects while revealing significant high-grade beryllium mineralisation at its Northern Arunta Spotted Wonder Project, highlighting new strategic opportunities in critical minerals exploration.

BluGlass Limited has become an approved supplier to the Indian Ministry of Defence, landing its first $230,000 order for gallium nitride laser development from a leading Indian research lab.