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5E Advanced Materials has announced a significant upgrade to its Fort Cady Project, increasing measured and indicated borate resources by 61% and lithium resources by 54%, positioning it as a leading domestic supplier of critical minerals.

Cash Converters has completed a $25 million equity raise to fund the acquisition of 29 Australian franchise stores, with EZCORP increasing its voting power to nearly 44%.

Australian Agricultural Company Limited (AACo) reported a record first-half operating profit of $39.8 million, boosted by higher beef and cattle prices and volumes, alongside strategic investments in feedlot expansion and carbon projects.

TPG Telecom has launched a $138 million Retail Reinvestment Plan, allowing eligible shareholders to reinvest proceeds from a $3 billion capital return. This initiative complements a $300 million institutional plan, aiming to reduce debt and enhance shareholder value.

Turners Automotive Group has delivered a record first-half profit for FY26, driven by strong growth in its Finance and Insurance divisions despite ongoing supply constraints in the used vehicle market. The company also raised its interim dividend, signalling confidence in its diversified business model and capital management strategy.

Tasmea Limited has announced the acquisition of WorkPac Group for up to A$60.7 million, significantly enhancing its workforce solutions capabilities and positioning the company for growth amid Australia's skilled labour shortages.

Tasmea Limited has entered a conditional agreement to acquire WorkPac Group for up to $60.7 million, aiming to enhance its workforce solutions and specialist trade services. The deal is expected to be accretive to earnings and strategically expand Tasmea’s footprint across Australia.

Altamin Limited has appointed GBA Capital as lead manager to place shortfall shares from its recent entitlement offer, offering broker options as part of the arrangement. This move aims to bolster support for its critical minerals projects in Italy while engaging new and existing investors.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has acquired a UK-based interceptor drone business for A$10 million, adding a cutting-edge counter-drone capability to its portfolio. The move positions EOS as a leader in advanced drone defense technology with a commercial launch expected within two years.

Schaffer Corporation reported a 10% decline in statutory net profit for FY25, driven by mixed segment performances, while maintaining dividends and advancing key property developments.

Catalina Resources has raised A$1.266 million through a share placement to advance its gold exploration in Western Australia's Yilgarn region, alongside proposing a significant share consolidation to streamline its capital structure.

SKS Technologies has landed its largest data centre contract yet, a $130 million project in Melbourne, lifting its total work on hand to $304 million and prompting an upward revision of its FY26 revenue guidance.