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Wia Gold advances its Kokoseb Gold Project with a Definitive Feasibility Study on track for completion in late 2026, supported by strong drilling results and strategic divestment of Côte d’Ivoire assets. Leadership changes signal a new phase for the company.

Mercury NZ Limited reported a robust quarter with high hydro inflows driving down electricity prices and the commissioning of a new geothermal unit set to enhance generation capacity.

Meridian Energy's December 2025 report reveals robust hydro storage and inflows driving higher generation and retail sales, while wholesale prices remain subdued. Customer connections have surged nearly 20% year-on-year, positioning the company strongly for 2026.

Fulcrum Lithium has secured permits for an extensive Phase 3 drilling program at its Alkali Flats project in Nevada, aiming to expand and refine its lithium resource amid a robust market rally.

Blue Star Helium has achieved its first helium production at the Galactica Project, marking a key milestone as it optimizes plant operations and prepares for commercial ramp-up.

Critica Limited has launched a pivotal Scoping Study for its Jupiter Rare Earth Project in Western Australia, appointing Sedgman to define a capital-efficient development pathway. This marks a strategic shift from technical validation to structured economic assessment.

Lithium Universe has launched the engineering phase for a modular photovoltaic panel recycling plant that integrates cutting-edge technologies to recover high-purity silver, responding to soaring silver prices and rising demand from electric vehicles.

South Harz Potash has identified a new copper-gold mineralised zone at its Glava Project in Sweden, highlighted by impressive assays including 9.88g/t gold and 2.88% copper, alongside significant rare earth element mineralisation. The findings validate historical data and set the stage for a maiden drill program planned for mid-2026.

EV Resources has commenced a fully funded maiden diamond drilling program at its Los Lirios Antimony Project in Mexico, aiming to define a maiden JORC resource by Q3 2026 and accelerate towards production.

Australian Rare Earths has demonstrated a low-risk, scalable process producing a high-purity mixed rare earth oxide with 99.9% recovery, positioning its Koppamurra project as a strategic supplier amid tightening global rare earth markets.

BHP has reported a robust operational half-year, setting new production records and raising its copper output forecast for FY26 amid strong commodity prices.

Origin Energy has announced it will keep the Eraring Power Station operational until April 2029, extending its life by nearly two years to bolster NSW’s energy security during the shift to renewables.