Latest Funding News

Australian Oil Company Limited has announced an $800,000 capital raising through a two-tranche share placement aimed at advancing its Californian oil and gas projects and exploring new growth opportunities.

Canyon Resources confirms the Minim Martap Bauxite Project as a world-class asset with robust economics and begins construction ahead of first shipment in mid-2026.

Empire Resources has completed a 42-hole air core drilling campaign at its Yuinmery Project, targeting copper-gold mineralisation, with assay results pending. Recent reverse circulation drilling has already revealed encouraging copper-gold intercepts, underpinning the company’s exploration momentum.

Western Mines Group has completed a major capital raising, issuing over 16.5 million shares and unlisted options to fund expanded exploration at its Mulga Tank project.

BrainChip Holdings has moved its AKD1500 neuromorphic AI chip into volume production, supported by key supply agreements and expanded distribution channels, while maintaining a stable cash position.

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund – Class A, an actively managed fixed income fund now available on the ASX. The fund aims to deliver returns exceeding the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index with a medium risk profile and transparent fee structure.

IPB Petroleum advances its key Browse Basin assets with ongoing drilling discussions and a strategic board appointment, while maintaining a solid cash position.

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Global Growth Fund – Class A, an actively managed ETF listed on the ASX aiming to outperform the MSCI World ex Australia Index with a strong ESG commitment and a 0.90% management fee.

Jindalee Lithium has launched a $1 million Share Purchase Plan at 55 cents per share, complementing a recent $8 million placement, to fund its McDermitt Lithium Project and repay convertible securities.

Johns Lyng Group has officially been acquired by Sherwood BidCo, controlled by Pacific Equity Partners, with shareholders receiving $4.00 per share or equity in the new entity. The company will be delisted from the ASX on October 24, marking a new chapter under private ownership.

Regis Healthcare has agreed to acquire two modern aged care homes on Victoria’s Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula, adding 230 beds and boosting its portfolio to 74 homes. The $45 million deal is expected to be earnings accretive by FY26.

Cobre Limited has secured a A$1.5 million investment from Sinomine International, marking a key step in advancing copper exploration at Botswana’s Okavango Project. This funding will support a targeted diamond drilling program aimed at expanding promising mineralisation near established deposits.