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Minerals 260 has locked in a $220 million strategic funding deal with Franco-Nevada, boosting development and de-risking the Bullabulling Gold Project in Western Australia. This marks Franco-Nevada’s largest Australian investment to date.

IPD Group Limited reported a robust half-year performance with revenue climbing 8.9% to $192.7 million and underlying NPAT rising 8.3%. The strategic acquisition of Platinum Cables strengthens its foothold in the mining sector, while a fully franked interim dividend signals confidence.

Lendlease reported a statutory loss of $318 million for the half year ended December 2025, reflecting non-cash impairments, while its core Investments, Development and Construction segment delivered solid EBITDA and maintained full-year guidance. The group is focused on capital recycling and balance sheet strengthening ahead of anticipated earnings growth in FY27.

Nuix Limited has reported robust half-year results for 1H26, highlighted by a 148% increase in Nuix Neo Annualised Contract Value and a significant boost in profitability and cash flow.

Osmond Resources has partnered with Técnicas Reunidas to establish the European Union’s first vertically integrated rare earth production facility, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and boost local supply chains.

Brightstar Resources reports strong diamond drilling results at its Sandstone Hub, highlighting high-grade gold intercepts that underpin an imminent Mineral Resource upgrade and ongoing pre-feasibility studies.

Norfolk Metals has confirmed the US$250,000 option payment for the Carmen Copper Project in Chile and completed the environmental impact report, setting the stage for further exploration and eventual ownership consolidation.

Finder Energy is accelerating development of its KTJ oil project in Timor-Leste, securing key infrastructure and funding partnerships to target first oil by the end of 2027. The company’s strategic moves include acquiring the Petrojarl I FPSO and a farmin agreement covering half the development costs.

Aurum Resources has announced a significant 49% increase in Indicated Mineral Resources at its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, lifting the total resource to 3.03 million ounces and setting the stage for a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study.

Lefroy Exploration has achieved a major milestone with its first gold production from the Lucky Strike Gold Mine, shipping three gold doré bars to the Perth Mint. The initial toll milling campaign is progressing well, with further processing capacity negotiations underway.

Elixir Energy has locked in a $10 million debt facility secured against its FY26 R&D tax refund to fund the Lorelle-3 appraisal well activities in Queensland’s Taroom Trough. This financial move aims to bolster working capital during a busy operational period.

Liberty Financial Group has reported a robust 12% increase in underlying NPATA to $82.3 million for the half year ending December 2025, supported by record loan originations and a strong balance sheet. The acquisition of Moula is set to accelerate unsecured SME lending, while cost efficiencies and moderating credit risk underpin improved financial metrics.