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Anteris Technologies has treated the first US patients in its global PARADIGM trial, marking a key milestone in testing its DurAVR transcatheter heart valve against established devices.

Macallum New Energy has wrapped up its first 3D seismic survey over key Jurassic gas leads in EP-494, deploying innovative GeoPulse technology to reduce environmental impact. Preliminary data processing is underway with results expected by late June.

Pure Resources has partnered with Oak Ridge National Laboratory to develop a rare earth extraction process from its Garnet Hills garnet, aiming to add critical minerals value alongside its industrial minerals business.

Emmerson Resources is set to be acquired by Pan African Resources for approximately A$311 million, offering shareholders a 36% premium. The company also advances a government-backed feasibility study for a shared processing facility and begins royalty revenue inflows.

Zinc of Ireland NL is set to reshape its zinc recovery and battery recycling prospects after signing to acquire Meclex's innovative hydrometallurgical technologies and launching a major drilling campaign at its Kildare project.

Anteris Technologies has gained U.S. Medicare reimbursement eligibility for its pivotal PARADIGM Trial, clearing a key hurdle for clinical site activation and accelerating its transcatheter heart valve study.

Insignia Financial Limited will be removed from the S&P/ASX 200 Index ahead of its acquisition by Daintree BidCo, with 4DMedical Limited stepping in on April 20, 2026.

Vulcan Energy’s Lionheart Project in Rhineland-Palatinate will benefit from a five-year royalty exemption on lithium production, reinforcing Germany’s push for domestic critical material supply and boosting the project’s economic outlook.

Lithium Universe Limited appoints Iggy Tan as full-time CEO and Executive Chairman, signalling a strategic push to fast-track lithium refinery projects and innovative recycling technologies.

Metallium Limited’s US subsidiary has inked a decade-long off-take agreement with Indium Corporation, setting a firm commercial foundation for supplying critical metals like gallium and germanium recovered through innovative recycling technology.

Papyrus Australia has commissioned its Adelaide Rapid Prototyping & R&D Facility, marking a key step in validating its pulp technology and progressing towards commercial production. The company also released its interim financials and reported stable cash flow supporting ongoing operations.

State Gas Limited has decided against proceeding with the sale of its High Density Natural Gas Pilot Plant after failing to finalise terms, while its R&D tax incentive claim remains under extended review by the ATO.