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Viridis Mining and Minerals has been selected for up to US$903 million in Brazilian government funding to advance its Colossus Rare Earth Project, while delivering Brazil’s first locally sourced rare earth oxides and posting robust Pre-Feasibility Study results.

Meteoric Resources has successfully raised $42.5 million through an oversubscribed placement, underpinning its push towards a Final Investment Decision for the Caldeira Rare Earth Project in 2026.

Tivan Limited and Sumitomo Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly develop the high-grade Sandover Fluorite Project in Australia's Northern Territory, marking a significant step in Australia's critical minerals sector.

Estrella Resources has reported a significant 7.76-metre manganese oxide intercept at its Ira Miri Project in Timor-Leste, marking a promising start to its maiden drilling campaign in this underexplored region.

Viridis Mining and Minerals is expanding its Viridion joint venture to develop a rare earth refinery in the U.S., leveraging Brazilian feedstock and proprietary technology to meet growing demand for secure, non-Chinese rare earths.

Estrella Resources has ramped up its manganese exploration at the Ira Miri Project in Timor-Leste with a more powerful diamond drill rig and a fresh supergene manganese outcrop discovery, setting the stage for an extensive drilling program.

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.

Viridis Mining and Minerals, through its joint venture Viridion, has delivered the first batch of high-purity rare earth oxides recycled from Brazilian magnets to Latin America’s only magnet manufacturer, marking a key step in establishing a domestic rare earth supply chain.

Tivan Limited has accelerated development of its Sandover Fluorite Project in the Northern Territory, unveiling ultra high-grade assay results and a detailed exploration and approvals program targeting drilling in late 2025.

Gold Mountain Limited has confirmed high-grade Rare Earth Oxide mineralisation from 56 drill holes at its Down Under REE Project in Brazil, highlighting significant potential for resource expansion and further exploration.

Triton Minerals has secured A$17 million from the sale of a 70% stake in its Mozambique graphite assets, while progressing environmental approvals and unveiling promising high-grade gold and copper results at its new Aucu project.

Aguia Resources has commenced underground mining at its Santa Barbara gold project and secured a key court victory for its Brazilian phosphate project, supported by a $1.5 million capital raise.