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Cobalt Blue Holdings has secured a crucial works approval for its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery, pushing Australia’s first dedicated cobalt processing plant closer to a final investment decision by the end of 2025.

VBX Limited reports promising low-silica bauxite discoveries at East Kalumburu A near its flagship Wuudagu project, alongside key strategic appointments and ongoing drilling programs advancing the project towards a targeted DFS completion in early 2026.

Everest Metals has initiated a 2,500m drilling campaign at its Mt Edon project in Western Australia, aiming to upgrade and expand its significant rubidium resource amid rising global demand for this critical mineral.

Legacy Iron Ore has completed a major drilling campaign at its Mt Celia project and is progressing metallurgical studies to define its processing strategy, setting the stage for updated resource estimates and development plans.

Ariana Resources plc is set to raise up to A$15 million through a dual listing on the ASX, aiming to accelerate development at its flagship Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe and repay existing debt. The capital raising also supports ongoing operations and exploration across its diverse portfolio in Türkiye, Kosovo, and Cyprus.

Patriot Battery Metals has reached a significant milestone in the permitting process for its Shaakichiuwaanaan Lithium Project, with federal and provincial environmental assessments now aligned and progressing on schedule.

Bathurst Resources reports a dip in FY25 earnings due to lower coal prices and operational challenges but pushes forward with key development projects Buller and Tenas, targeting production growth from FY29.

Star Minerals reports promising shallow gold intercepts 120 metres west of known lodes at its Tumblegum South project, hinting at a potential resource expansion ahead of planned mining approvals.

29Metals has successfully moved its application for a new tailings storage facility at Capricorn Copper into detailed assessment, marking a critical step toward restarting operations sustainably.

Metals X Limited reported a robust half-year to June 2025 with profit after tax soaring 256% to $52.9 million, driven by higher tin sales and prices from its Renison joint venture. The company also progressed key projects and deepened strategic investments while reinforcing its ESG and safety frameworks.

American West Metals has completed critical development and permitting milestones at its Storm Copper Project in Nunavut, Canada, advancing its Pre-Feasibility Study and revealing promising drilling results that hint at resource expansion.

Diatreme Resources has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with Project Status granted across its silica sand tenements in Far North Queensland, alongside critical tenure renewals that preserve its strategic landholdings. This development strengthens its pathway toward long-term production of low-iron, high-purity silica sand.