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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.

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.

FAR Limited has agreed to promptly pay Woodside Energy a $6 million claim related to the 2021 sale of its interest in the RSSD Project, with a potential refund if Woodside recovers disputed costs from Senegal authorities.

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.