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Syrah Resources faces significant operational disruption at its Balama graphite mine due to ongoing protests, declaring force majeure while advancing its US-based Vidalia facility amid strong EV market growth.

Visionflex Group reported an 8% increase in Annual Recurring Revenue to $1.6 million in Q2 FY25 despite an 11% revenue decline, securing key contracts with Spark Health, BUPA, and Indigenous Wellness Connect. The company targets EBITDA profitability by Q4 FY25 amid a maturing sales pipeline.

Visionflex Group Limited reported a net cash outflow from operations for the December 2024 quarter but secured significant financing, extending its funding runway to nearly 15 quarters.

QPM Energy reported a 21.3% rise in electricity and gas sales revenue to $30.8 million in the December 2024 quarter, driven by strong electricity prices and strategic asset acquisition. The company also advanced its drilling program and optimized gas production despite a decline in third-party supply.

Appen's Q4 FY24 results reveal a robust 37% revenue increase excluding Google, alongside improved EBITDA profitability, driven by generative AI projects and strategic cost management.

Magnetite Mines Limited has made significant strides in advancing its Razorback Iron Ore Project, securing a $7 million funding facility and progressing strategic partnerships with JFE Shoji Australia. The company is also preparing to submit its Mining Lease Proposal to the South Australian Government amid a streamlined board and cost-cutting measures.

Patronus Resources reports significant drilling progress across its Western Australia and Northern Territory projects, with strong assay results at Mertondale and a robust cash position supporting ongoing exploration.

Lotus Resources has fast-tracked the restart of its Kayelekera uranium project in Malawi, targeting production by Q3 2025, backed by a $132 million capital raise. Meanwhile, its Letlhakane project in Botswana reports a 65% increase in measured and indicated uranium resources.

Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) has secured a $5 million federal grant to accelerate its Dubbo Project, progressing rare earth recovery innovations while navigating a complex global market landscape.

AusQuest Limited has announced a significant porphyry copper-gold discovery at its Cangallo Project in Peru, marking a potential turning point ahead of an active 2025 exploration calendar. The company also secured $2.4 million in funding to advance drilling programs across its Peru and Australian assets.

Buxton Resources reports robust drilling results at its Graphite Bull and Narryer projects, completes Stage 1 earn-in on Copper Wolf JV with IGO, and undertakes key board changes, positioning itself for an active 2025 exploration season.

Locality Planning Energy Holdings (LPE) reports a cashflow positive half-year and reduces debt, while securing a landmark energy management contract for Queensland's largest social housing project.