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Beacon Minerals reported a solid December quarter with 7,310 ounces of gold produced and a 23% rise in realised gold prices, driving revenue to $53.47 million. The company is transitioning mining operations while maintaining strong recovery rates and shareholder returns.

High-Tech Metals has resumed its second phase of drilling at the Wagtail Gold Deposit, following promising initial assay results that confirm shallow, high-grade gold mineralisation. The ongoing program aims to refine resource confidence and support near-term development plans.

Everest Metals Corporation has officially commenced mining operations at its Mt Dimer Taipan Gold Project in Western Australia, backed by a fully funded agreement with MEGA Resources. Ore extraction is underway with processing set to begin in March 2026, positioning the company for near-term cash flow.

Mesoblast Limited reports a 60% jump in Ryoncil sales for the December quarter, underpinned by a new $125 million financing facility that strengthens its balance sheet and strategic flexibility.

Sprintex Limited has raised A$3.625 million through option exercises and a share placement, strengthening its balance sheet and accelerating growth following a landmark €15.6 million contract with Mest Water.

Lion Energy has struck a pivotal farm-out deal with OPIC, securing 88% funding for its 2026 Bula Karang exploration well in Indonesia’s East Seram PSC, significantly reducing its financial exposure while retaining substantial upside.

Australian Agricultural Company Limited (AACo) confirms flooding in north-western Queensland has affected three properties and 55,000 cattle, with financial repercussions expected for the 2026 fiscal year.

St Barbara has received a significant A$32 million deposit from Lingbao Gold Group, marking a key milestone in their strategic partnership to co-own the Simberi Gold Project. This deposit moves the companies closer to finalising a transformative A$370 million investment.

Globe Metals & Mining has issued over 56 million shares to Director Bo Tan, settling nearly all of an outstanding loan and achieving a fully debt-free status. This financial milestone positions the company strongly for advancing its Kanyika Niobium Project.

DGL Group Limited has secured an extension of its syndicated debt facility to March 2027 and received a waiver protecting it from default amid its ASX suspension. The company anticipates its securities will be reinstated on the ASX by early 2026 following a half-year audit.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has been hit with a $50 million operational risk capital charge by APRA, while AUSTRAC launches an enforcement investigation into serious AML/CTF breaches. The bank commits to intensifying risk management efforts amid regulatory scrutiny.

Locality Planning Energy Holdings has reached a confidential settlement over its Harbour Towers dispute, anticipating a net gain and cash inflow in FY2026. This resolution reverses prior impairment losses and signals a positive financial turn for the embedded energy provider.