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American Uranium has received regulatory approval to commence a significant drilling campaign at its Lo Herma uranium project in Wyoming, aiming to boost its resource base amid a growing US nuclear revival.

Resources & Energy Group Limited (ASX, REZ) has announced its first inferred mineral resource at the Gigante Grande prospect, part of the East Menzies Gold Project in Western Australia, marking a significant milestone with 40,700 ounces of gold identified within an optimised open pit shell.

Lunnon Metals has formalized an Ore Purchase Agreement with Gold Fields subsidiary St Ives Gold Mining, setting the stage for development of the high-grade Lady Herial gold deposit. The agreement outlines a 70, 30 free cash flow split and awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

North Stawell Minerals (ASX – NSM) reports promising drilling results and a robust project pipeline at its North Stawell Gold Project, highlighting shallow, high-grade gold mineralisation analogous to the nearby Stawell Gold Mine.

PolarX Limited has completed a $5.09 million share placement, issuing over 339 million shares at 1.5 cents each under its ASX Listing Rule 7.1 capacity. The move strengthens the company’s capital base without the need for a formal disclosure document.

Ballard Mining has announced a promising new gold discovery at its Neptune Prospect within the Mt Ida Gold Project, revealing mineralisation akin to its Baldock Deposit. This breakthrough extends the exploration potential along the 13km Ballard Fault, marking a significant milestone in the company’s regional drilling campaign.

Fortuna Metals has secured two key exploration licences in Malawi’s emerging rutile province, positioning itself next to Sovereign Metals’ world-class Kasiya deposit. The company also appoints Tom Langley as CEO to spearhead exploration efforts.

Core Lithium has significantly increased its Ore Reserve Estimate at the Finniss Lithium Project, with the Carlton deposit upgrade driving a 42% rise in total reserves. This milestone strengthens the project's restart schedule and expansion potential.

Santana Minerals has reported new high-grade gold drill results from its Rise and Shine deposit, revealing significant extensions of the mineralised core beyond current mining plans. These findings could pave the way for resource upgrades and longer mine life.

VRX Silica Limited has obtained crucial environmental approval for its Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, paving the way for binding contracts and first production targeted in late 2026.

Black Cat Syndicate’s ongoing underground drilling at Paulsens has revealed extraordinary gold grades, including a standout 1.60m intercept at 623.94g/t Au. These results underpin the mine’s ramp-up and resource expansion plans.

Alligator Energy Limited offers Placement Participants up to 278 million options exercisable at $0.047 each, following a $17.25 million placement completed in June 2025. The options offer closes on 8 September 2025 and is exclusive to Placement Participants.