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Richmond Vanadium Technology slows key project activities and reshapes its leadership team to navigate a prolonged period of low vanadium prices while advancing battery technology development.

Alligator Energy advances regulatory approvals and construction preparations for its Samphire Uranium Project’s Field Recovery Trial, a critical step toward commercial production.

Makilala Mining has appointed leading consultants to refine and optimise the MCB Copper-Gold Project’s mine plan and infrastructure design, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and environmental outcomes.

Diatreme Resources’ Northern Silica Project has been awarded Major Project Status by the Australian Government, marking a pivotal step in advancing critical minerals development in Queensland. This designation streamlines federal approvals and supports the project’s role in the clean energy supply chain.

Beetaloo Energy has begun hydraulic stimulation on its record-length Carpentaria-5H well in the Beetaloo Basin, aiming to unlock enhanced gas production with advanced techniques. Results from the upcoming production test will be pivotal for the company’s pilot project and future development plans.

Contact Energy's May 2025 report reveals a decline in mass market sales yet highlights improved generation efficiency and rising netback prices, alongside steady progress on key infrastructure projects.

MTM Critical Metals and Meteoric Resources have signed a non-binding MOU to develop a breakthrough Flash Joule Heating process that upgrades rare earth elements from Meteoric’s Caldeira project, promising a faster, cleaner alternative to traditional refining.

Aurizon has landed a major 15-year contract to manage BHP’s Copper South Australia logistics, investing $100 million in new infrastructure and promising a greener, safer transport solution.

Octava Minerals reports encouraging early-stage bioleaching results from CSIRO on its Byro REE and lithium project, signaling potential for cost-effective and environmentally friendly metal extraction.

EQ Resources reports promising preliminary tungsten recovery results from Wolfram Camp stockpiles, achieving an 86% recovery rate and validating advanced X-ray sorting technology. This breakthrough supports the company’s vision for a low-impact regional tungsten hub in Queensland.

Renascor Resources has received provisional development authorisation from South Australia’s Minister for Planning to build a commercial-scale battery anode material plant, marking a pivotal step in its vertically integrated graphite project.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has been selected for a major Brazilian government funding package to accelerate its Colossus rare earth elements project, marking a pivotal step in diversifying global critical mineral supply chains.