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Renegade Exploration has revealed significant concentrations of critical defence metals germanium and gallium at its Andrew Deposit in Yukon, Canada, highlighting new strategic value in its zinc-lead-silver project. The discovery aligns with increased government interest in critical minerals infrastructure.

Whitebark Energy has locked in a $2 million placement to fund its acquisition of King Energy, positioning itself at the forefront of Australia's emerging white hydrogen and helium sectors.

Thor Energy plc has appointed Andrew Hume as Managing Director, bringing a seasoned energy executive to spearhead its expansion into natural hydrogen exploration.

Centuria Office REIT has released its HY25 Property Compendium, revealing a robust $1.885 billion portfolio diversified across Australia with strong occupancy and sustainable credentials.

Centuria Office REIT (ASX:COF) reported solid HY25 results with a $1.9 billion portfolio and 92.2% occupancy, underpinned by active leasing and refinancing initiatives. Despite a dip in revenue and distributions, the REIT maintains its FY25 guidance, reflecting confidence in office market recovery and strategic asset management.

Cosmos Exploration has raised A$1.25 million through an oversubscribed placement to support its strategic option agreement to acquire EAU Lithium, positioning itself deeper in Bolivia’s lithium-rich Triangle.

Centuria Office REIT reported solid HY25 results, delivering $34.7 million in Funds From Operations and maintaining strong portfolio occupancy. The REIT is actively transforming office space into data infrastructure, positioning itself for future growth amid a challenging office market.

VRX Silica Limited's Arrowsmith North silica sand project faces a formal appeal from the Conservation Council of WA, challenging the recent environmental approval recommendation. The company is preparing its response while continuing to advance parallel permitting processes.

Australian Rare Earths Limited (AR3) has obtained South Australian Government approval to expand its Overland Uranium Project, gaining rights over an additional ~1,000km² and greenlighting immediate drilling on high-potential targets.

Vection Technologies secures a $4 million extension on a defence contract, reinforcing its position in AI-driven national security solutions and deepening its partnership with Dell Technologies.

Macro Metals Limited has launched its second Indigenous joint venture, Robe River Kuruma Macro Mining, to foster sustainable mining and socio-economic benefits in the West Pilbara region.

SportsHero has secured a two-year deal with Indonesia’s third-largest telco, XL Axiata, to market its iGV Family Game Pass, leveraging Direct Carrier Billing to tap into 8.3 million PC gamers. This partnership positions SportsHero at the forefront of Southeast Asia’s rapidly growing esports sector.