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Tivan Limited has formalised binding joint venture agreements with Timor-Leste’s state-owned Murak Rai Timor to develop the Baucau and Ossu copper-gold projects, targeting maiden drilling at Ossu in late 2026.

West Wits Mining has locked in a ZAR 875 million senior loan facility with Absa and Nedbank, replacing earlier funding and boosting support for its Qala Shallows project; the first new South African gold mine in over 15 years.

Whitefield Industrials reported a 5.6% drop in net profit to $21.1 million for FY2026 but maintained its fully franked dividend at 10.5 cents per share, while its portfolio outperformed the ASX200 Industrials benchmark over one and three years.

NH3 Clean Energy’s WAH2 Clean Ammonia Project has been granted Federal Major Project Status, accelerating government approvals and supporting a Final Investment Decision by end 2026.

NH3 Clean Energy’s WAH2 project is projected to deliver substantial economic and environmental benefits, including a $7.3 billion GDP uplift and 13.5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions avoided, underpinning its push for government-backed concessional financing.

Kingsgate Consolidated sustained robust production at Chatree with a fifth straight quarter exceeding 20,000 ounces of gold, while achieving a record AISC margin and boosting cash reserves to A$213 million.

Noble Helium has secured $12 million in a two-tranche placement to advance its North Rukwa helium project in Tanzania, positioning itself as a key player amid a global helium supply disruption caused by Middle East conflicts.

St Barbara has given the final investment nod to restart its Touquoy gold operation in Nova Scotia, signing major local contracts and aiming to resume ore processing by the end of 2026.

Lindian Resources has locked in a US$11.6 million financing package from Malawi's NBS Bank, bolstering the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project with asset-backed and working capital facilities. This deal complements Lindian’s recent A$100 million placement and underscores its commitment to local partnerships.

Winton Land has gained conditional fast-track approval for its Ayrburn Screen Hub, a comprehensive film production and accommodation facility near Arrowtown, promising regional economic and environmental benefits.

Orion Minerals secures a major milestone as South Africa’s IDC converts its loan into a significant equity stake in the Prieska Project, streamlining financing and advancing development plans.

Jade Gas Holdings has raised A$1.8 million through a well-supported placement to fund the development of Mongolia’s inaugural commercial gas production from the Red Lake gas field. This capital injection positions the company to advance key milestones in its flagship coal bed methane project.