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EcoGraf Limited has advanced its vertically integrated battery anode materials business with a US$105 million financing mandate for its Epanko Graphite Mine and positive momentum in US and EU government support.

Australian Rare Earths Limited (ASX, AR3) reports successful metallurgical testwork at its Koppamurra Rare Earths Project, producing 34kg of Mixed Rare Earth Oxide from heap leach solutions, paving the way for streamlined, cost-effective rare earth processing.

Iondrive Limited advances its proprietary battery recycling technology with a pilot plant design, European consortium formation, and new e-waste initiatives, supported by significant grant funding.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited (BRE) confirms Sulista West as an ultra high-grade rare earth project with exceptional drill results and reports metallurgical breakthroughs at Monte Alto, underpinning its integrated supply chain ambitions.

Capricorn Metals has received regulatory approval to expand its Karlawinda operations, enabling a 25% increase in gold production to 150,000 ounces annually. Construction is set to accelerate with key contracts extended and infrastructure upgrades underway.

Buxton Resources reports significant progress across its exploration portfolio, including earthworks at Centurion, heritage survey completion at Madman, and a major graphite testwork success, while regaining full control of Fraser Range after IGO's exit.

Buru Energy advances its Rafael Gas Project in Western Australia with a focus on sustainable growth, targeting a final investment decision in 2026 and production start in 2028. The project aims to supply local power generation with trucked LNG and condensate, replacing costly imports.

Neometals has reported a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for its Ironclad gold deposit at Barrambie and signed a non-binding MoU with Rio Tinto to advance its lithium processing technology, alongside progress in battery recycling plant commissioning.

Victory Metals has produced a 94% total rare earth oxide product enriched in heavy rare earths from its North Stanmore project, marking a first for Australian clay-hosted deposits and setting a new industry benchmark.

Morella Corporation has secured key heritage approvals and government co-funding, while prioritising rubidium extraction research ahead of drilling at its Mt Edon and Mallina projects.

International Graphite Limited is advancing its strategy to become a global mine-to-market industrial graphite company, with a new joint venture in Germany and expansion of its Western Australian operations targeting production by 2027.

Vanadium Resources Limited has secured a binding two-year offtake agreement for vanadium-rich magnetite ore and raised A$1.2 million, advancing its near-term production plans at the Steelpoortdrift project.