Latest Governance News

Viridis Mining and Minerals is expanding its Viridion joint venture to develop a rare earth refinery in the U.S., leveraging Brazilian feedstock and proprietary technology to meet growing demand for secure, non-Chinese rare earths.

First Au Limited has successfully raised $1.5 million through a private placement, exceeding its initial target, to fund its strategic acquisition of the Nimba Gold Project in Liberia.

Platinum Asset Management and L1 Capital have advanced their merger talks, completing due diligence and proposing a revised ownership structure favoring L1 Capital shareholders. The deal also outlines a nuanced performance fee arrangement tied to L1’s Long Short funds.

Sumitomo Corporation's subsidiary has gained crucial Foreign Investment Review Board approval to invest in Tivan Limited's Speewah Fluorite Project, paving the way for a significant joint venture.

Canterbury Resources is set to drill a 900m deep hole at its Briggs copper project, testing a high-priority geophysical target that could reveal richer copper zones. Supported by a government grant, this move coincides with a scoping study aiming to unlock one of Australia’s largest undeveloped copper deposits.

Horizon Oil has finalized amendments to its senior debt facility with Macquarie Bank, enabling the acquisition of significant gas assets in Thailand that will add approximately 2,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day to its production.

Diatreme Resources’ Northern Silica Project has been awarded Major Project Status by the Australian Government, marking a pivotal step in advancing critical minerals development in Queensland. This designation streamlines federal approvals and supports the project’s role in the clean energy supply chain.

Avenira Limited has secured Northern Territory Government approval for its Wonarah Direct Shipping Ore Mine Management Plan, paving the way for first ore shipment by Q4 2025. The project includes infrastructure development and exploration drilling to support future beneficiation.

Aguia Resources has landed a A$4 million loan offer from Brazil’s Southern Development Bank to fund the initial phase of its Tres Estradas phosphate project, enabling production to commence by early 2026 with plans for rapid expansion.

Betr Entertainment has reaffirmed its superior $1.33 per share acquisition proposal for PointsBet, challenging the rival MIXI offer ahead of a crucial shareholder vote. With strong funding and synergy claims, Betr signals confidence that MIXI’s $1.20 bid will be rejected.

St Barbara’s application for early renewal of the Simberi Mining Lease is set for review by Papua New Guinea’s Mining Advisory Council in June, a crucial step toward expanding gold production.

Xanadu Ltd’s major shareholder Zijin Mining has accepted Bastion Pte. Mining Ltd’s takeover offer, pushing Bastion’s stake close to 30% and prompting the Takeover Committee to recommend shareholders accept the bid.