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Yancoal Australia is set to acquire an 80% stake in the Kestrel Coal Mine for US$1.85 billion upfront plus up to US$550 million in contingent payments, significantly boosting its metallurgical coal portfolio and production scale in Queensland.

Emperor Energy has won a crucial 24-month extension on its Vic/P47 exploration permit, securing tenure for the Judith Gas Field offshore Victoria and allowing more time to complete environmental approvals and funding arrangements.

Critical Resources Limited has successfully demonstrated a solvent-free Dry Supersonic Deposition method to fabricate lithium iron phosphate cathodes, marking a significant step toward scalable, energy-efficient solid-state battery manufacturing.

Aurelia Metals Limited reported a robust half-year result for December 2025, with revenue climbing 27% and net profit after tax rising 26%, driven by production ramp-up at the Federation Mine and progress on the Great Cobar Project.

Aeris Resources delivered solid Q2 FY26 results with copper equivalent production of 10.1kt at competitive costs, strengthened its balance sheet by repaying debt, and reported promising exploration outcomes that could underpin future growth.

Terramin Australia has made significant progress on its Tala Hamza zinc project and Kapunda copper recovery tests while navigating legal challenges at Bird in Hand. The company also completed a $38.3 million rights issue to strengthen its balance sheet and fund development.

EMU NL has sold its Badja Gold Project for over A$3.5 million, retired all debt, and is set to commence a maiden drilling program at its Yataga Copper Project in Queensland, fully funded and under new board leadership.

EQ Resources Limited reported a robust Q1 FY2026 with soaring tungsten prices, operational upgrades, and significant capital raises to fuel mine expansions.

Core Lithium has significantly increased its Ore Reserves at the Finniss Lithium Project by 42%, secured $54.3 million in fresh capital, and cleared all offtake obligations to advance its restart plans.

New Hope Corporation Limited posted a slight dip in revenue and net profit for FY2025 but achieved a notable 18% rise in saleable coal production, driven by growth at New Acland Mine and steady output at Bengalla Mine.

Karoon Energy’s 2025 half-year results reveal a 4% rise in production alongside a significant drop in profits, driven by lower oil prices and increased costs. The company advances key projects and completes its Baúna FPSO acquisition, setting the stage for future growth.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited reported a 17.1% rise in net profit to $43.1 million for H1 2025, declaring a 5.875 cents per security distribution and advancing $405 million in capital projects to enhance its coal export terminal.