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Podium Minerals has delivered strong assay results from 17 metallurgical drill holes at its Parks Reef project, confirming geological models and revealing significant high-grade platinum group metal intercepts.

Elixir Energy has completed stimulation at its Diona-1 well in Queensland’s Surat-Bowen Basin, observing encouraging gas indications ahead of flow testing. The well’s proximity to major pipeline infrastructure could accelerate commercialisation if results hold.

Bank of Queensland has finalised the sale of its equipment finance portfolio to Challenger for $3.62 billion, marking a pivotal step in its strategic transformation. The transaction sets the stage for potential shareholder returns through a buyback and special dividend, pending approvals.

Toro Energy shareholders face a pivotal vote on a takeover scheme by IsoEnergy, offering a near 80% premium and access to a diversified uranium portfolio across Australia, Canada, and the US.

Green Technology Metals (ASX: GT1) secures A$11 million to complete feasibility studies and permitting for its Seymour Lithium Project, aiming for first ore in 2028 amid a recovering lithium market and strong Canadian support.

Ava Risk Group posted a $6.1 million Q3 sales intake and secured a $7 million strategic investment to fuel US expansion, while geopolitical tensions delay some Middle East orders.

Prominence Energy has secured $1.56 million through a discounted share placement to fund key technical work and licence approvals at its Gawler Helium and Hydrogen Project, positioning the company for upcoming exploration milestones.

LTR Pharma highlights SPONTAN's 5x faster absorption and validated safety, backed by over 1,000 Australian prescriptions and strategic partnerships as it targets FDA approval and US market entry.

Noxopharm’s SOF-16 active ingredient demonstrated potent anti-inflammatory activity in patient-derived samples of systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis, advancing its Sofra™ platform beyond topical applications.

Sierra Nevada Gold (ASX: SNX) has received five exploration licences for its As Safra copper-gold project in Saudi Arabia, granted by Royal Decree, allowing immediate drilling with three rigs on site. The licences reflect top-level government support and align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 mining ambitions.

Gentrack is set to acquire Dubai Technology Partners for about US$10 million, enhancing its Veovo platform with AI-driven airport operations technology and deepening its Middle East footprint.

NH3 Clean Energy’s WAH2 project is projected to deliver substantial economic and environmental benefits, including a $7.3 billion GDP uplift and 13.5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions avoided, underpinning its push for government-backed concessional financing.