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Ionic Rare Earths has moved its Belfast magnet recycling project closer to construction while expanding into the United States through a proposed US$100 million joint venture. The progress comes with key funding, approvals and definitive agreements still outstanding.

Ramelius Resources produced 48,839 ounces in the September quarter and generated A$60.2 million in underlying free cash flow, keeping it on track for FY27 guidance. The gold miner also ended the period with A$768.0 million in cash and gold after progressing its Mt Magnet expansion, Rebecca-Roe approvals and share buyback.

Buru Energy has formally referred its 100%-owned Rafael Conventional Gas Project to Western Australia’s environmental regulator, with a decision on whether the project requires assessment expected by late 2026. The referral keeps the company’s targets of a final investment decision in the second half of 2027 and first gas in early 2029 in view, subject to approvals.

Riversgold has lodged the Mine Development and Closure Proposal for its Northern Zone open-pit project near Kalgoorlie, moving the planned mine into its final major approval phase. The project remains conditional on regulatory sign-offs, but MEGA Resources is set to fund development under an extended cooperation agreement.

WIN Metals has lodged two major Western Australian permit applications covering the proposed restart of its Radio Gold Project. The milestone advances the project toward construction, but funding, approvals and a final investment decision remain outstanding.

Cobalt Blue has cleared important technical and regulatory hurdles at its Kwinana refinery, but the pre-revenue developer says further funding is needed and auditors flagged material uncertainty over its ability to continue as a going concern. The company reported an A$8.797 million loss for FY2026 despite ending the year with A$4.265 million in cash.

Galilee Energy posted a $5.42 million loss for FY2026 amid heavy investment in its US Zydeco Gas Project and progressing the sale of its Australian Glenaras asset. The company is pivoting to US operations with drilling underway and a $3.5 million placement announced.

Orion Equities (ASX:OEQ) returned to profitability in FY26 with a $204,000 net profit, buoyed by a $400,000 uplift in investment property value. Despite a 7% dip in total revenue, net tangible asset backing per share edged up to $0.43, while no dividend was declared.

Green & Gold Minerals posted a $886,828 loss for FY2026 amid a transformative year marked by its ASX listing and expansion into base metals exploration with the Herberton acquisition.

SenSen Networks reported a 16.7% rise in annualised recurring revenue to $11.7 million and a 23.6% EBITDA increase to $2.0 million in FY26, while expanding its SenDISA platform into environmental enforcement with EPA Victoria.

Vysarn Limited reported a robust 31.5% increase in revenue to $140 million for FY2026, driven by strong performances across its industrial, advisory, and technology segments. The company is accelerating its national footprint with strategic acquisitions and progressing the Kariyarra Water Scheme.

SenSen Networks has landed a $889,000 two-year contract with EPA Victoria to trial acoustic vehicle noise enforcement, marking its SenDISA platform's first foray into environmental regulation.