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Lunnon Metals and St Ives Gold Mining have finalized the mine schedule for Lady Herial, making their Ore Purchase Agreement unconditional and setting the stage for mining to begin.

Mirrabooka Investments reported a 93.6% jump in half-year profit to $8.9 million, maintaining its fully franked dividend despite portfolio returns trailing the small and mid-cap benchmark.

Boab Metals is set to accelerate construction at its fully funded Sorby Hills Silver-Lead Project in 2026, capitalising on silver prices currently three times higher than previous assumptions. The company aims for first concentrate production by mid-2027, supported by strategic drilling and corporate milestones.

Patagonia Lithium’s latest drilling at Formentera reached 401m, revealing promising lithium concentrations at shallower depths but encountering low-porosity clays that limited further progress. The findings refine the company’s geological understanding and set the stage for upcoming drilling.

Accent Resources NL has withdrawn a previously stated production target for its Magnetite Range Project, clarifying the figure was aspirational and non-compliant with ASX rules. The company continues to advance its flagship magnetite development in Western Australia, highlighting its alignment with green steel demand.

Brightstar Resources has secured key regulatory approvals for the Lady Shenton open pit mine in Menzies, positioning the company to accelerate production within its Goldfields Hub. The deposit is now 'mine ready' and will feed into Brightstar’s planned Laverton processing plant.

Rox Resources has ramped up underground mining and advanced processing plant development at its Youanmi Gold Project, signalling a strong push towards production in 2026. Key infrastructure expansions and strategic hires underpin the company’s growth ambitions.

Horizon Oil has approved a strategic $1.5 million investment to install a booster compressor at its Nam Phong gas field in Thailand, aiming to increase production by at least 40% by mid-2026.

Astral Resources has reported significant progress in its Mandilla Gold Project, underpinned by robust drilling outcomes and a $65 million capital raise to fund development. The company is on track for a Final Investment Decision in September 2026, aiming for first gold production by the end of 2027.

Lunnon Metals reports standout drilling results at Lady Herial, revealing thick, high-grade gold mineralisation beyond current open pit plans and setting the stage for expanded mining activity.

High-Tech Metals Ltd’s latest drilling at the Wagtail gold deposit delivers exceptional high-grade results, including a standout 1m intercept grading 171.35 g/t Au, reinforcing the deposit’s production potential. Ongoing drilling and development studies signal momentum towards near-term mining.

Brightstar Resources has reported high-grade drilling results and a 6% increase in mineral resources at its Lord Byron gold deposit, underpinning an upcoming feasibility study update.