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Aurora Labs posted a 36% increase in net loss to $5.1 million for FY2026 despite securing key defence contracts and partnerships. The company is transitioning from R&D to early commercialisation of its micro gas turbine propulsion systems, backed by a $5.5 million capital raise and government grants.

Mirvac Group delivered a robust FY26 with a 7% rise in operating profit to $508 million, a staggering 896% jump in statutory profit to $677 million, and announced a $200 million on-market buy-back, signalling confidence in its growth trajectory.

360 Capital REIT (ASX:TOT) reported a 382% surge in statutory profit to $6.3 million for FY26, driven by full occupancy and a strategic $10 million structured equity investment. The Fund upgraded FY27 earnings per security to 3.8 cents and forecast a 20% distribution increase.

Centrepoint Alliance reported a 16% rise in normalised EBITDA to $12.3 million for FY26, exceeding its guidance and lifting its EBITDA margin to 29%. The company’s adviser network grew modestly, while funds under management jumped 48%.

VBX Limited has inked a framework agreement with a major Chinese aluminium group to potentially fund and purchase up to 3 million tonnes per annum of bauxite from its Wuudagu project, pending feasibility study outcomes.

Mercury NZ invests US$30 million for a minority stake in Datagrid NZ, aligning with its strategy to power long-term renewable demand from large-scale digital infrastructure projects.

The Munro Climate Change Leaders Fund Active ETF (ASX: MCCL) has announced a final distribution of 298.916141 cents per unit for the year ending 30 June 2026, slightly below last year's payout. Key dates for investors include an ex-distribution date of 1 July and a payment date of 22 July.

Recharge Metals has completed soil sampling and a detailed gravity survey at its underexplored Sunset Well Gold Project in WA, setting the stage for a major drilling campaign targeting the 94,500 oz Prospero Deposit. The company also expanded its footprint with four new regional projects, supported by a $6 million cash position.

Leeuwin Metals has inked a non-binding MOU with Bain Global Resources and MEGA Resources to explore development, funding, and operational pathways for its 342,300oz Marda Gold Project in WA.

Elanor Investors Group appoints David McNamara as CEO, signaling a leadership shift following a balance sheet recapitalisation and strategic reset. The Board also sees key transitions with Tony Fehon moving to a non-executive role and Su Kiat Lim stepping down.

Aurora Labs has landed a $1 million Australian Government grant, matched dollar-for-dollar, to boost production of its micro gas turbine propulsion systems for defence applications using commercial 3D printing technology.

Maronan Metals has completed a major share distribution from Red Metal, expanding its shareholder base, while locking in a $22 million strategic investment to fund an ambitious drilling program and feasibility study.