Latest Government It News

Brazilian Critical Minerals Ltd has successfully demonstrated in-situ recovery (ISR) of rare earth elements at its Ema project using an environmentally friendly magnesium sulfate leaching process, marking a pivotal step toward sustainable, low-cost rare earth production.

Copper Search Limited has secured two key exploration licences in South Australia's Eromanga Basin for Heavy Mineral Sands, setting the stage for a fully funded drilling campaign later this year. The company is also progressing copper-gold projects in New South Wales with government co-funding applications underway.

Jindalee Lithium has appointed Ian Rodger as Managing Director, marking a leadership milestone as the company advances its McDermitt Lithium Project. Rodger’s promotion follows his pivotal role in delivering key project studies and securing regulatory milestones.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced the final cash distribution amounts for over 50 Australian-listed iShares ETFs, detailing key dates and investor options for reinvestment or cash payments.

Santana Minerals has released an updated Pre-Feasibility Study for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project, showcasing robust economics with a 13.8-year mine life and strong production profile. The study highlights significant capital efficiency improvements and a refined mining strategy.

Proteomics International, alongside key partners, is investing $6 million to expand the WA Proteomics Facility, aiming to establish a nationally accredited platform for industrial-scale protein biomarker analysis in medicine and agriculture.

InvestSMART Funds Management has updated the Distribution Reinvestment Plan rules for the Intelligent Investor Equity Growth Fund Active ETF, effective July 1, 2025, enhancing unitholder flexibility and fund capital management.

Southern Cross Media Group has finalized the sale of its remaining television assets, fully committing to its 'All About Audio' strategy with a 5% rise in audio revenues for FY25 and a renewed focus on debt reduction and dividends.

Raptis Group Limited has appointed Russell Garnett as its new CEO and Managing Director, effective July 1, 2025, with a remuneration package heavily weighted towards long-term performance incentives.

Metro Performance Glass has locked in a minimum $15 million capital raise and a new three-year loan facility, positioning itself for growth with Amari Metals Australia set to become the majority shareholder.

The Takeovers Panel has declared unacceptable circumstances in Emu NL’s recent shareholder meeting, citing a controversial share placement and proxy voting issues that clouded the election outcome and board control.

Tigers Realm Coal’s ongoing efforts to divest its Russian mining assets have hit a significant impasse amid geopolitical tensions, regulatory hurdles, and a stalled sale agreement, leaving the company suspended from ASX trading.