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West Cobar Metals has raised $1.5 million through a discounted share placement to fund key exploration and testwork at its critical minerals projects, signalling renewed momentum in its development pipeline.

Orthocell has completed its first Remplir™ surgical case in Hong Kong, marking a pivotal step in its Asian commercialisation strategy. The launch at the Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association Congress and partnership with MontsMed set the stage for broader regional growth.

Anteris Technologies has secured FDA approval to commence its pivotal PARADIGM clinical trial, testing its innovative DurAVR Transcatheter Heart Valve against established devices in patients with severe aortic stenosis.

3D Energi has commenced drilling the Essington-1 well offshore Victoria, aiming to unlock a combined gross mean prospective gas resource of 262 billion cubic feet. This marks the start of a pivotal exploration phase in the Otway Basin to bolster Australia’s East Coast gas supply.

Tinybeans Group Ltd has announced its strategic acquisition of US-based family journaling platform Qeepsake, nearly doubling its paid subscriber base and accelerating its path to profitability through product integration and expanded revenue streams.

Santana Minerals has lodged a comprehensive Fast-track Approvals application for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project in New Zealand, aiming for development consents by the end of the 2026 financial year. The project promises significant economic and employment benefits for the Central Otago region.

Aquirian Limited has completed a strategic review of its Wubin Energetics Precinct and entered a framework agreement with Hongda Civil Blasting Group to establish a joint venture for an automated electronic detonator facility in Western Australia.

Jade Gas Holdings has appointed industry veteran Chris Newport as Managing Director to spearhead its transition from exploration to production in Mongolia’s coal bed methane sector. Newport’s extensive global experience is expected to accelerate the company’s commercialisation efforts ahead of first gas output.

Streamplay’s Noodlecake Studios has signed a new publishing deal with Funselektor Labs to bring the motorsport management game Golden Lap to mobile devices, marking their third successful collaboration.

New Frontier Minerals has finalised drill targets for a maiden reverse circulation program at its Harts Range Heavy Rare Earth and Niobium Project, with regulatory approvals imminent and drilling poised to begin.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a modest decline in full-year net profit, while advancing key transformation initiatives and raising dividends slightly.

Skin Elements Limited reports successful completion of key product evaluations and secures $2.5 million placement to fuel growth and commercialisation in 2026.