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Lotus Resources has secured Environmental and Social Impact Assessment approval for its Kayelekera Uranium Project in Malawi, paving the way for uranium production to resume in the third quarter of 2025. The company also completed a key board transition, signaling a new phase in its governance.

IperionX has secured a significant U.S. Department of Defense contract worth up to US$99 million to supply low-cost, high-performance titanium components, marking a major step in reshoring critical materials manufacturing.

Lincoln Minerals has secured a Native Title Mining Agreement with the Gawler Ranges Aboriginal Corporation, unlocking exploration at its promising Jungle Dam uranium prospect in South Australia.

Metal Hawk Limited has expanded its gold mineralised footprint at Leinster South with new high-grade surface assays and is set to commence a significant drilling program supported by government co-funding.

Wide Open Agriculture Ltd has announced a Share Purchase Plan aiming to raise up to $500,000 through the issue of new shares and free-attaching options, pending shareholder approval. This capital raise complements a recent $2.6 million placement to support the company’s growth and production ramp-up.

Titan Minerals Limited has launched a transaction-specific prospectus offering 4 million new options to its underwriter, exercisable at A$0.70 and expiring in January 2027. The offer, which raises no immediate funds, could inject approximately A$2.8 million upon option exercise.

Empire Energy Group has launched a $28 million equity raise to finance critical development activities in the Beetaloo Basin, targeting first gas sales from its Carpentaria Pilot Project in 2025. The capital raise, combined with a $65 million financing package, underpins the company’s ambition to commercialize one of Australia’s largest low-CO2 shale gas resources.

Lodestar Minerals has updated its investor presentation highlighting encouraging early drilling results from its Chilean IOCG and porphyry copper projects, alongside a clear roadmap for upcoming exploration activities.

Challenger Gold Limited’s Preliminary Feasibility Study for the Hualilan Toll Milling Project outlines a robust three-year operation delivering 450,000 tonnes of gold-silver ore to Austral Gold’s Casposo plant, with strong economics and low upfront capital.

Invert Graphite has completed significant acquisitions including South Australian exploration licences and appointed a new CEO and board members, setting the stage for its next growth phase.

Keybridge Capital has lodged a formal complaint with the Takeovers Panel, alleging improper dilution of its voting power in Yowie Group via the HHY Fund ahead of a pivotal shareholder meeting.

Dominion Income Trust 1 (ASX – DN1) has announced a wholesale placement of 450,000 new units, aiming to raise $45.45 million at $101 each. The placement targets wholesale investors and supports monthly distributions with a competitive target return.