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Dexus has agreed to sell its half stake in 480 Queen Street, Brisbane, for $700 million, freeing capital to support higher-return projects and reduce gearing by about one percentage point.

Black Rock Mining has secured an extension to its US$204 million credit facility to November 2026, providing crucial runway to finalise equity funding for its Mahenge Graphite Project. Early works are nearing completion, positioning the project for construction pending full funding and Final Investment Decision.

Sheffield Resources reported a 20% rise in ore mined and an 11% increase in concentrate production at its Thunderbird Mine, alongside an 8% jump in zircon prices amid improving market conditions.

Green Technology Metals (ASX: GT1) completed an A$11 million recapitalisation, advancing its Seymour Lithium Project DFS, permitting, and financing efforts with a target Final Investment Decision in 2027.

Alliance Nickel has kicked off vat leach testing at its NiWest Nickel-Cobalt Project, aiming to slash capital costs, while raising $2.4 million through a partial entitlement offer and extending loan facilities to mid-2027.

Whitehaven Coal delivered a robust finish to FY26, hitting top-end guidance for production and sales while improving safety and reducing costs.

Element 25 is on track to commission its Butcherbird manganese expansion in early 2027, while securing a substantial US Department of Energy grant to support its US battery materials facility.

Stanmore Resources bounced back from early-year weather disruptions with a 27% jump in ROM coal production in Q2 2026 and secured a refinancing deal that lowers debt costs and extends maturities, positioning the company for a robust second half.

Elementos Limited made significant strides in advancing its Oropesa Tin Project in Spain, securing key permitting milestones and expanding exploration tenure while strengthening its vertical integration strategy in Europe. Concurrent progress at its Cleveland project in Tasmania and a robust cash position underpin the company’s push toward a Final Investment Decision amid elevated tin prices.

Ardea Resources pushes back the completion of its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project DFS to pursue optimisation opportunities, while securing strong multi-level government backing and maintaining a robust financial position.

James Hardie Industries has exceeded its preliminary Q1 FY27 sales and EBITDA guidance, driven by robust demand in its Siding & Trim segment and improved Deck, Rail & Accessories performance.

Cauldron Energy’s 2026 drilling campaign at the Yanrey Uranium Project has significantly expanded the strike length of the Manyingee North deposit to over 4 kilometres, delivering consistent high-grade uranium intersections and confirming broad mineralisation across multiple new targets.