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Aurum Resources has cleared a major regulatory hurdle with three environmental certificates granted for its 3.22Moz Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d’Ivoire, bringing the project closer to mining licence approval.

Verity Resources awaits Botswana Department of Mines approval to launch near-surface exploration on its extensive critical metals portfolio, targeting high-grade copper-silver and nickel-copper-PGE mineralisation with promising historical results and district-scale potential.

Lachlan Star’s maiden diamond drilling at New Waverley confirms shallow, high-grade gold mineralisation within a continuous shear corridor, setting the stage for an extensive follow-up drilling campaign.

Tasman Resources appoints experienced director Adam Turnbull as it raises $4.05 million to fund expanded drilling at Parkinson Dam and Lake Torrens projects, positioning for a potentially transformative 2026 exploration year.

Evion Group confirms high-grade fluorspar assays up to 88.15% CaF2 at its Carp Project in Nevada, validating a large, near-surface mineralised system. The company plans an extensive exploration program to capitalise on the US critical minerals demand.

Red Mountain Mining has produced a high-grade 51.8% antimony concentrate from Oaky Creek with excellent 85% recovery, setting the stage for upcoming drilling to define the resource along a 3km mineralised strike in NSW.

Vodafone Group Plc’s 2026 Annual Report reveals a transformative year marked by the full consolidation of VodafoneThree UK after a landmark merger, acquisition of Telekom Romania and Skaylink, and a planned controlling stake in Safaricom. The Group achieved strong financial results, increased dividends, and reinforced ESG commitments across Europe and Africa.

EROAD reported flat group revenue of NZD 195.2 million for FY26, driven by strong Australian growth and steady New Zealand performance, offset by a North American decline and a hefty goodwill impairment.

1414 Degrees Limited has responded to an ASX price query after its shares jumped from $0.056 to $0.097 in days, confirming no undisclosed information but highlighting progress in aerospace and energy projects.

South Port New Zealand is navigating a significant leadership transition with CEO Nigel Gear stepping down after 8.5 years, replaced by port veteran Derek Nind, while Chair Philip Cory-Wright plans retirement. The company reports strong trading momentum, aiming for a record full year despite geopolitical uncertainties.

Vmoto Limited disclosed it held only one formal board meeting in FY25, relying heavily on circular resolutions, and outlined plans to increase meeting frequency in 2026. The company clarified its trade insurance arrangements and affirmed director independence amid ASX queries.

Mayne Pharma has been awarded $13.27 million in legal costs by the Supreme Court of New South Wales after successfully defending against Cosette Pharmaceuticals’ claims tied to a terminated acquisition deal.